What is recorded here
Mewslade Bay features a sea cliff composed primarily of Carboniferous limestone, formed around 340 million years ago through the accumulation of marine sediments. The cliffs are notable for their coastal erosion dynamics and the presence of fossil-rich rock layers, offering insights into ancient marine environments.
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Photo: Alan Hughes · CC BY-SA 2.0