Netherside Stream Outcrops
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Condition (Natural England)
| Unit | Feature | Condition | Area (ha) | Assessed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SU942341 | — | Favourable | 2.94 | 2024-03-07 |
Geology & landscape
Geological Feature: Rock Outcrop · Mining / Industrial: Quarry · Rock Type: Sandstone
Description
Description This is the type locality of the Netherside Sand Member = BGS Bed 7f, on the westside of the upper Weald Clay Group outcrop. The upward coarsening sandstone at the top of the member has Lycopodites 0.8 metres in vertical life positions. These are cut off by an erosion surface, overlain by an intraformational pebble bed, beneath a grey clay. The relation to channel facies also with upstanding Lycopodites seen at Fernhurst is unknown. A 'Hastings Beds type' sequence comparable with that at the West Hoathly Philpots Quarry is indicated. Lower content of Cornubian detritus is noticeable compared with some other parts of the member.