Sedimentary strata
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Sedimentary strata
Image: © Anthony O'Neil Taken: 9 May 2020
Evidence of the geological basis of the naming of this area of Bristol - 'Redcliffe'. Ironically, having originated through the steady accumulation of sand grains, on the ocean floor, the resulting rock has been mined and crushed to return it to sand for building. The historic 'caves' created by this industrial process are still partially accessible, nearby, at Redcliffe Quay.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.447555
Longitude
-2.593095