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The Grotto

Sarsen

  • Sedimentary
  • Sandstone
  • Palaeocene

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Location of Geological Feature
A grotto built from sarsens in Whiteknights Park in the grounds of the University of Reading.
Rock Type
Sandstone
Geological Age
Palaeocene
Quarry Location
Clatford Bottom, Wiltshire, England
Category
Sedimentary
Nearest station
Reading
Address
Whiteknights, University of Reading RG6 6EG
Building architect
Marquis of Blandford
Date of build
c1810
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Stone identified by Katy Whittaker.
The Grotto — Sarsen
    Entry submitted by Katy Whitaker

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