Popular geology

Britain beneath our feet
An interactive atlas of geology, resources, underground hazards
and land quality.
Climate change
Greenhouse Earth, carbon capture and storage, carbon dioxide sources and sinks, research into past climates.
Earthquakes
The BGS Earthquakes website, UK School Seismology project and research on earthquake hazards.
Fossil Focus
A selection of fascinating facts about the major groups of animals and plants most commonly found as fossils.
Geology of Britain
Interactive geological map of Britain. Discover the rocks beneath your neighbourhood with this powerful application linked to our unique national databases.
Holiday Geology Guides
Learn about the geology of some of the popular tourist areas of England.
From Land's End to the Lake District and London's historic buildings.
... Lulworth Cove, Peak District, Stonehenge, Isle of Wight ...
'Secret' geology places
A set of ten 'secret' places to compliment the Guardian guide to Secret Britain for days out and things to see and do around the country that you may not have heard of before.
Volcanoes
Volcanic hazards research around the world, and monitoring activities on the Soufrière Hills Volcano, Montserrat.