The BGS Lexicon of Named Rock Units — Result Details

Porth Cynfor Formation

Computer Code: CYNFO Preferred Map Code: notEntered
Status Code: Full
Age range: Floian Age (OFL) — Darriwilian Age (ODW)
Lithological Description: Interbedded red conglomerate and sandstone.
Definition of Lower Boundary: Conformably overlying Porth Llanlleiana Formation (LLAN).
Definition of Upper Boundary: Conformably overlain by Torllwyn Formation (TWYN).
Thickness: none recorded or not applicable
Geographical Limits: Anglesey.
Parent Unit: Porth Wen Group (PORW)
Previous Name(s): none recorded or not applicable
Alternative Name(s): none recorded or not applicable
Stratotypes:
none recorded or not applicable
Reference(s):
Bates, D E B. 1972. The stratigraphy of the Ordovician rocks of Anglesey. Geological Journal, 8(1), 29-58. 
1:50K maps on which the lithostratigraphical unit is found, and map code used:
none recorded or not applicable