Why this matters
Rivelin Needle is a prominent coastal rock feature composed of Millstone Grit, formed during the Carboniferous period around 315 million years ago. It is notable for its striking vertical profile and its presence in the urban landscape of Sheffield, highlighting the region's geological heritage.
What is recorded here
Rivelin Needle is shown as a named rock on the public map of Sheffield. The saved point is the map point or the centre of its mapped shape.
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