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40, Spring Gardens (Hervia)

Darley Dale Sandstone

  • Sedimentary
  • Sandstone
  • Upper Carboniferous

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Just found Darley Dale Sandstone in 40, Spring Gardens (Hervia).

Upper Carboniferous sandstone, quarried at Darley Dale, Derbyshire, England, UK. Nearest stop: Manchester Victoria.

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/4547-40-spring-gardens-hervia/

Location Details

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Location of Geological Feature
Main building stone.
Rock Type
Sandstone
Geological Age
Upper Carboniferous
Quarry Location
Darley Dale, Derbyshire, England, UK
Category
Sedimentary
Nearest station
Manchester Victoria
Address
40, Spring Gardens M2 1EN
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Stone identified by Ruth Siddall.
40, Spring Gardens (Hervia) — Darley Dale Sandstone
Darley Dale Sandstone at 40, Spring Gardens (Hervia)
    Entry submitted by Ruth Siddall

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