Neithrop Fields Cutting
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Condition (Natural England)
| Unit | Feature | Condition | Area (ha) | Assessed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SP438419 | — | Unfavourable Recovering | 1.44 | 2012-09-07 |
Geology & landscape
Geological Period: Jurassic · Rock Type: Ironstone
Description
Area, 1.5 hectares 3.8 ac Description An outstanding section in the Middle and Upper Lias including the best and most complete section through the ironstone of the Banbury Ironstone Field. The make up of the Middle Lias sediments below the ironstone illustrates the proximity of the Banbury area to the 'London landmass', an island which had a strong influence on geography and sedimentation through much of the Jurassic. Above the Marlstone iron ore development there is a section in Upper Lias clays including the ammonite rich 'Cephalopod Limestones'. A key palaeogeographic and stratigraphic locality.