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Information concerning Libraries, Resource Centres, Research, Books, Journals and Series that hold significant holdings of maps and publications concerning the geology of Shropshire geology.
Please send any suggestions for additions, or amendments to entries, to the info@shropshiregeology.org.uk.
Libraries and Resource Centres
Of the libraries and resource centres that have significant holdings of maps and publications concerning Shropshire geology, some are only accessible to members of the society that manages the library, others require prior appointment. It is therefore advisable before travelling to check the access arrangements (including whether a fee will be payable), hours of opening, and any conditions such as availability of photocopying or photographing facilities.
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| British Geological Survey Library - the national collection of geological maps and memoirs published by the British Geological Survey and its predecessors (including the Geological Survey of Great Britain; Institute of Geological Sciences), survey photographs, and field slips (in the National Geoscience Data Service, locate on the same site). Prior appointment essential. | |||
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British Geological Survey Library, Kingsley Dunham Centre, Keyworth, Nottingham, NG12 5GG |
(0115) 936 3205 | http://geolib.bgs.ac.uk | The Librarian |
| Geological Society of London Library - the most comprehensive private collection of geological maps, memoirs, books and journals in the UK. Charges apply for non Fellows of the Geological Society. | |||
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The Geological Society Library, Burlington House, Piccadilly, London, W1J 0BG |
(020) 7432 0999 | http://www.geolsoc.org.uk/template.cfm?name=libraryfrontpage&intUseful=1 | The Librarian |
| Lapworth Museum - an extensive collection of geological specimens, maps, books and journals, based on the material collected by Charles Lapworth. Prior appointment advisable. | |||
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Lapworth Museum of Geology, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT |
(0121) 414 7294 | http://www.lapworth.bham.ac.uk/ | The Curator |
| Ludlow Museum Resource Centre - the most comprehensive geological holding of geological specimens, books and papers within Shropshire. Prior appointment essential. | |||
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Ludlow Library and Museum Resource Centre, Parkway, Ludlow, SY8 2PG |
(01584) 813 666 | http://www.shropshire.gov.uk/llmrc.nsf?opendatabase | Daniel Lockett |
| Shropshire Archives - a comprehensive holding pertaining to Shropshire of geological maps and memoirs published by the British Geological Survey, aerial photographs, and manuscripts. Possession of a Readers Ticket with photo-ID is essential. | |||
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Shropshire Archives, Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AQ |
(01743) 255 350 | http://www.shropshire.gov.uk/archives.nsf/open/9068325BC9965A4780256EFB004D5000 | The County Archivist |
| Woolhope Naturalists' Field Club Library - an extensive private collection of geological books and journals, notably of 19th Century naturalist field clubs. Non members may visit on Thursday mornings by prior appointment with the librarians (telephone Miss J.R. Jonson:( 01432) 840 694 or Mr. G. Rees: (01568) 615 674), otherwise only accessible to members of the Woolhope Naturalists' Field Club during the opening hours for the Reference Section of Hereford Library <http://www.libraries.herefordshire.gov.uk/herefordlib.htm>. Membership details from: Mrs. J. W. Tonkin J.P., Chy an Whyloryon, Wigmore, Leominster, HR6 9UD, Telephone: 01568 770 356. | |||
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Woolhope Naturalists' Field Club Library, Woolhope Room, Hereford Library, Broad Street, Hereford, HR1 1BP |
Hereford Library: (01432) 383 600 |
http://www.woolhopeclub.org.uk/files/contacts.htm |
Honorary Librarians: Miss J.R. Jonson:
(01432) 840 694 |
The following organisations are actively undertaking research on the geology of Shropshire. Results are generally published first in conference proceedings and journals, and a few years later summarised in books and trail guides.
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| Aberystwyth University - undergraduate courses in geology and physical geography with field mapping projects in Shropshire, field trips, postgraduate research and academic staff research. | |||
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Institute of Geography and Earth Sciences, The University of Wales, Aberystwyth, Llandinam Building, Aberystwyth, SY23 3DB |
(01970) 621 860 | http://www.ies.aber.ac.uk/ | Prof Neil Glasser |
| Birmingham University - undergraduate courses in geology with field mapping projects in Shropshire, field trips, postgraduate research and academic staff research. | |||
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School of Geography, Earth & Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT |
(0121) 414 6751 / 6162 | http://www.gees.bham.ac.uk/research/ | Prof Paul Smith |
| Bristol University - undergraduate courses in geology with field mapping projects in Shropshire, field trips, postgraduate research and academic staff research. | |||
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Department of Earth Sciences, University of Bristol, Wills Memorial Building, Queen's Road, Bristol, BS8 1RJ |
(0117) 954 5400 | http://www.gly.bris.ac.uk/ | Dr Michael Benton |
| British Geological Survey - for research in support of geological mapping and the applications of geology. | |||
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District Geologist (West Midlands), British Geological Survey, Kingsley Dunham Centre, Keyworth, Nottingham, NG12 5GG |
(0115) 936 3100 | http://www.bgs.ac.uk/research/what/UKGeology_wales.html | Dr David Schofield |
| Cambridge University - undergraduate courses in geology with field mapping projects in Shropshire, field trips, postgraduate research and academic staff research. | |||
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Department of Earth Sciences, University of Cambridge, Downing Street, Cambridge, CB2 3EQ |
(01223) 333 400 | http://www.esc.cam.ac.uk/index.php/research | Dr Nigel Woodcock |
| Cardiff University - undergraduate courses in geology with field mapping projects in Shropshire, field trips, postgraduate research and academic staff research. | |||
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School of Earth, Ocean and Planetary Sciences, Cardiff University, Main Building, Park Place, Cardiff , CF10 3YE |
(029) 2087 4830 | http://www.earth.cardiff.ac.uk/research/ | Prof Dianne Edwards |
| Keele University - undergraduate courses in geology with field mapping projects in Shropshire, field trips, postgraduate research and academic staff research. | |||
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Department of Earth Sciences and Geography, Keele University, Keele, ST5 5BG |
(01782) 583 615 | http://www.esci.keele.ac.uk/contact/index.htm | - |
| Leicester University - undergraduate courses in geology with field mapping projects in Shropshire, field trips, postgraduate research and academic staff research. | |||
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Department of Geology, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH |
(0116) 252 3933 | http://www2.le.ac.uk/departments/geology | Prof David Siveter |
| Liverpool University - undergraduate courses in geology and physical geography with field mapping projects in Shropshire, field trips, postgraduate research and academic staff research. | |||
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Department of Geography, Roxby Building, University of Liverpool, Liverpool L69 7ZT |
(0151) 794 2738 | http://www.liv.ac.uk | Dr Geoff Thomas |
| Ludlow Research Group - a network of government and academic researchers concerned with the Silurian. | |||
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Dr M.P.A. Howe, British Geological Survey, Kingsley Dunham Centre, Keyworth, Nottingham, NG12 5GG |
(0115) 936 3100 | http://www.lrg.org.uk | Dr Mike Howe |
| National Museum Wales - for national collections of rocks, minerals and fossils, reference library and associated geological research and advice. | |||
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The Department of Geology, National Museum Cardiff, Cathays Park, Cardiff, CF10 3NP |
(029) 2057 3213 | http://www.museumwales.ac.uk/en/geology/ | Prof Mike Bassett |
| Natural History Museum - for national collections of rocks, minerals and fossils, reference library and associated geological research and advice. | |||
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Department of Palaeontology, The Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BD |
(020) 7942 5482 |
http://www.nhm.ac.uk/research-curation/index.html http://www.nhm.ac.uk/research-curation/science-enquiries-consulting/enquiries/index.html |
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| NERC - national centre for government-sponsored research. | |||
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Natural Environment Research Council, Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, SN2 1EU |
(01793) 411 500 | http://www.nerc.ac.uk/funding/available/researchgrants/awards/ | - |
| Open University - undergraduate courses in geology with field mapping projects in Shropshire, field trips, postgraduate research and academic staff research. | |||
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Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes, MK7 6AA |
(01908) 652 889 | http://www.open.ac.uk/science/earthsciences/home.php | - |
| Open University Geological Society - field trips in Shropshire. | |||
| info@ougs.org | - | http://ougs.org/index.php | - |
| Oxford University - undergraduate courses in geology with field mapping projects in Shropshire, field trips, postgraduate research and academic staff research. | |||
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Department of Earth Sciences, Parks Road, Oxford , OX1 3PR |
(01865) 272 000 | http://www.earth.ox.ac.uk/ | Prof Derek Siveter |
| Portsmouth University - undergraduate courses in geology with field mapping projects in Shropshire, field trips, postgraduate research and academic staff research. | |||
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School of Earth & Environmental Sciences University of Portsmouth Burnaby Building Burnaby Road Portsmouth PO1 3QL |
(023) 9284 2259 | http://www.port.ac.uk/departments/academic/sees/Fieldwork/Palaeobiology%20&%20Evolution/ | Dr David Loydell |
| Shropshire Geological Society - for RIGS, projects and personal research. | |||
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Scenesetters, Llety Mawr, Llangadfan, Welshpool, SY21 0PS |
(01938) 820 777 | http://www.shropshiregeology.org.uk | Andrew Jenkinson |
The following are outlets that will be happy to help procure books and pamphlets.
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| AbeBooks.co.uk - a web site for locating out-of-print and second-hand books. | |||
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| Amazon.co.uk - a web site for mail order. | |||
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| British Geological Survey Shop - for geological maps and memoirs published by the British Geological Survey. | |||
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British Geological Survey Shop, Kingsley Dunham Centre, Keyworth, Nottingham, NG12 5GG |
(0115) 936 3241 | http://shop.bgs.ac.uk/bookshop/ | The Manager |
| Burway Books - for books, maps and pamphlets concerning Shropshire. | |||
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10 Beaumont Road, Church Stretton, SY6 6BN |
(01694) 723 388 | http://www.burwaybooks.co.uk/index.html | Ros Ephraim |
| Castle Bookshop - for books, maps and pamphlets concerning Shropshire. | |||
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9 Castle Street, Ludlow, SY8 1AS |
(01584) 872 562 | - | Stanton Stephens |
| Scenesetters - for proceedings, newsletters, trail guides and pamphlets published by the Shropshire Geological Society. | |||
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Scenesetters, Llety Mawr, Llangadfan, Welshpool, SY21 0PS |
(01938) 820 777 | http://www.scenesetters.co.uk/ | Andrew Jenkinson |
The following are the more important journals and series containing papers of relevance to Shropshire geology. Many are now available readily on-line, including access to summaries and use of word search facilities, but charges usually apply for downloading the full text of articles.
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| Bulletin of the Natural History Museum, Geological Series - from 1949; formerly the Bulletin of the British Museum (Natural History), Geological Series. | http://journals.cambridge.org/action/displayJournal?jid=BGE |
| Geological Journal - from 1960; formerly the Liverpool and Manchester Geological Journal. | http://www3.interscience.wiley.com/cgi-bin/jtoc/1903/ |
| Geological Magazine - from 1864. | http://journals.cambridge.org/action/displayJournal?jid=GEO |
| Journal of the Geological Society of London - from 1821; formerly the Quarterly Journal of the Geological Society, and before that the Transactions. | http://jgs.geoscienceworld.org/ |
| Ludlow Research Group Bulletin - from 1951. | - |
| Mercian Geologist - from 1964. | http://www.nhm.ac.uk/hosted_sites/emgs/publications.htm |
| Proceedings of the Geologists' Association - from 1859. | http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/geol/pga |
| Proceedings of the Shropshire Geological Society - from 1981; some papers also appear within the Newsletter. | http://www.shropshiregeology.org.uk/SGSpublications |
| Transactions of the Woolhope Naturalists' Field Club - from 1852. | http://www.woolhopeclub.org.uk/files/TOC.asp |
