Dunrod Hill
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Condition (NatureScot)
| Unit | Feature | Condition | Area (ha) | Assessed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F1 | Carboniferous - Permian Igneous | Favourable | — | 2007-02-15 |
Geology & landscape
Geological Period: Carboniferous, Permian
Landscape processes: Volcanic / Igneous
Description
DUNROD HILL Dunrod Hill, located approximately one kilometre to the south west of Greenock, is a nationally important site comprising of lavas which were erupted during the early part of the Carboniferous Period about 340 million years ago. Among the early Carboniferous lavas of central and southern Scotland are several occurrences of composite flows. Each composite flow consists of two different types of lava and their study is of great significance in reaching an understanding of the processes which bring about magmatic evolution. Dunrod Hill provides classic examples which are of high significance for comparison with other composite bodies in the Carboniferous/Permian Province and with examples in other UK ‘Provinces’ and abroad.