The BGS Lexicon of Named Rock Units — Result Details

Torllwyn Formation

Computer Code: TWYN Preferred Map Code: notEntered
Status Code: Full
Age range: Darriwilian Age (ODW) — Darriwilian Age (ODW)
Lithological Description: Interbedded sandstone and conglomerate.
Definition of Lower Boundary: Conformably overlying Porth Cynfor Formation (CYNFO).
Definition of Upper Boundary: Unconformably overlain by Llanbadrig Formation (LLBG).
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