You can explore a range of free-to-view, or download, British Geological Survey maps to help you explore the rocks around where you live or to learn more about geological time and climate change.
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Geology of Britain viewer
The Geology of Britain viewer is a simple tool, aimed at the general public, which helps you explore the geology where you live.

Make-a-map
Make-a-map is an interactive geological map of the British Isles. It is intended for amateur geologists, students and teachers looking for an overview of the geology of the British Isles.

Colour-in geology map of the UK and Ireland
Are you puzzled by the Periods or do you have errors by your Eras? Did you know that two or more Periods comprise a geological Era? Two or more Eras form an Eon?
GeoUK and Ireland map
The UK and Ireland host a wide range of fascinating geology providing ‘secret’ walks through breathtaking scenery, literary inspiration, idyllic holiday destinations and the building materials for historic monuments.

GB geology with Minecraft world
Free download of the geology of mainland Great Britain as a Minecraft world. The world shows the Ordnance Survey map data on the surface and the rough position of the real geology beneath.