| Status: | Active, full but can join waiting list |
| Leader: |
Gillian Pickup
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| Group email: | Geology group |
| When: | On Thursdays 3:00 pm-5:00 pm Monthly, first Thursday October to April |
| Venue: | Eric Liddell Centre |
| Cost: | ยฃ15 annually |
A keen interest in Rocks is desirable!
Group cost is ยฃ15 annually, payable in advance, which covers all meeting costs.
Opportunities for local field trips and visits, and longer field trips throughout Scotland. A keen interest in the rocks around us is more important than previous knowledge. Participation and contributions from members are encouraged. A planning team meets at least annually, and any Geology Group member is very welcome.
In many cases, participants will use geoconservation leaflets available from the Edinburgh Geological Society. These walks are intended to be self-guided so there is no expert geological input or leader.
Link will be provided to any online meetings via Zoom.
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About the Geology Group
Edinburgh u3a Geology Group has been running since 2010. We continue to have the support of the Edinburgh Geological Society (EGS) and in particular, Angus Miller in preparing a programme of first-rate talks, walks, trips and visits. As well, we are affiliated with the Scottish Geology Trust. Please consider clicking the links to join the Trust and/or make a donation.
Self-led walks are an important activity for Geology Group members. Everyone joining in the walks has an active role, sharing their knowledge (not just geology but history, nature, local, social aspects etc.) and sharing the organisation of the walk.
Small groups of around 6 people organise themselves to explore the chosen localities on the leaflets - all or some. Participants share findings, photos, and questions, and may do a short presentation to subsequent monthly meetings.
To join the group you must be a member of Edinburgh u3a. If you want to make contact with the Geology Group, contact the Group Leader at the "Group email" link above.
Please note that the group is full at the minute, but you may join the waitlist.
Buses: 5, 11, 15, 16, 23, 45
Accessibility : Parking (metered on street), Steps - 0, Lift, Hearing Loop, Toilet on same level, Wheelchair Access.
Photos from prior year's field trips
Page last updated on 18th March 2026