2006
Event details
What?
Roundhay Park, Leeds - A Walk back in Time. A variety of Millstone Grit and Coal Measure Group rocks are exposed along with folds and evidence of faulting.
When?
Wednesday 17th May Start 7.00 p.m. Finish 9.00 pm. latest
Where?
Meet in Lakeside Café car park GR 333377
Who?
Leader: Bill Fraser. Leeds Geological Association 27 Marshall Terrace, Cross Gates, Leeds. LS15 8EA. telephone 0113 260 8764, e-mail w.fraser@btinternet.com
Further information about the event: The walk follows paths in the Park and is approximately 2 km long. Most of the paths are level but two sites require ascending/descending a fairly steep hillside that can be slippery in wet weather.
Is the event suitable for all? The full route would be suitable for anyone who has no difficulties walking on uneven ground.
Is booking required? No booking is required
Nearest car parking. - Lakeside Café car park, which is free.
Nearest public transport - The perimeter of the Park is served by public transport from a number of directions. Buses travelling along Wetherby Road (98,99), Princess Avenue (2, 12) and Ring Road (8) can all be used to access the park from different points
Nearest public conveniences - Lakeside Café (closes at 6.30 p.m.)
Things that will be provided - A handout will be provided
Things to take to the event - Waterproof clothing should be carried
Safety advice - Care needs to be taken on steep sections of the path and banks of stream.
Advanced reading - An outline of what can be seen is contained in; 'The Geology and Scenery of the Countryside round Leeds and Bradford'. Versey 1948.