Kirby Underdale church and Painsthorpe Dale

Leader: Paul Hildreth

A chance to examine the use of local stone in an East Yorkshire village church followed by a short transfer by car for a leisurely walk into a typical Wolds valley the floor of which exposes an isolated outcrop of early Cretaceous Carstone. There are often (weather conditions permitting) excellent views over the Vale of York.

The walk, which will take about 1 to 1.5 hours, starts on flinty chalk of the Welton Formation and the path winds down the valley side crossing small outcrops of the flintless Ferriby and Hunstanton formations. Reddening of the Chalk will be a focus for discussion and two important exposures are cut into a fairly steep valley side and away from the path.

Stout footwear is recommended though the path is well-maintained and frequently used. There is no need for a helmet. The return is moderately steep in places but the leader will undoubtedly find something to discuss at regular intervals!

Places are limited to YGS members only. Further details and joining instructions are available on registration.

Register by email to president@yorksgeolsoc.org.uk . Please include the name of the field trip you wish to attend, and your full name and telephone contact number (preferably mobile). It would be helpful to include your YGS membership number (if you know it).