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Volcanic City Walk

Suitable For Ages: 7+
Duration: 1 hour 30 mins
Price: £10 / £8 (under 16s £4)
Category: TOUR
Theme: Natural World
Event Type: Science Festival Families
Venue: The Mound
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More than 300 million years ago, a volcano punched its way to the surface of what is now the city of Edinburgh. Take a stroll through streets and parks and find out how geology helped shape the city's development.

For more details visit www.geowalks.co.uk.

Tickets available from Angus Miller 0131 555 5488, angus@geowalks.demon.co.uk

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Volcanic City Walk

More than 300 million years ago, a volcano punched its way to the surface of what is now the city of Edinburgh. Take a stroll through streets and parks and find out how geology helped shape the city's development.

Organised by Geowalks This walk will start at the Mound, go through Princes Street gardens and around the Castle Rock. Pace will be slow, covering 2.5km on smooth paths and pavements but with steep inclines.

For more details visit www.geowalks.co.uk.

Tickets available from Angus Miller 0131 555 5488 angus@geowalks.demon.co.uk