Explore the hidden world of ancient geology in the heart of Glasgow. Join the University of Glasgow’s Hunterian Curator, Katie Strang, for a guided urban geology walk, uncovering the amazing stories behind the rocks that make up the University of Glasgow’s Gilmorehill Campus. From carboniferous sandstone and Jurassic limestone to stunning pink granites and 400-million-year-old fossil fish in the pavements, discover a remarkable range of rocks that tell the story of Earth’s history over hundreds of millions of years.

Venue: Gilbert Scott Building, Meet outside the Gilchrist Cafe, University Ave, Glasgow G12 8QQ
Date: Wed 11th June
Time: 11am - 12pm
Booking: Booking required through this link from the Hunterian museum
Cost: Free 

Accessibility provided to GSF by the University of Glasgow's Hunterian Museum: The route will start at the University of Glasgow Gilbert Scott Building and will mostly follow pavements and established paths around the main campus, but there are some moderate inclines and uneven/cobbled paths. We will look at points of interest around the Gilbert Scott Building and Professor’s Square, then onto University Avenue and St Mungo’s Square, finishing up on Dumbarton Road outside the Adam Smith Business School. There are some sections with steps but alternative lift access is available (via lift in the Gilbert Scott Building and lift in the Adam Smith Business School). 

First published: 29 April 2025

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