Ben Knowle
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Condition (Natural England)
Favourable (1)
| Unit | Feature | Condition | Area (ha) | Assessed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST513449 | — | Favourable | 1.44 | 2012-03-28 |
Geology & landscape
Geological Feature: Rock Outcrop
Description
Description A natural outcrop of celestine is a rare occurrence anywhere in Britain. The Ben Knowle outcrop is especially instructive because contacts with the host rock Tea Green Marl can be seen and there are continuous exposures of Red Marl and Tea Green Marl on the escarpment nearby that illustrate the stratigraphic setting of the mineral deposit.