FAMILY FRIENDLY Learn about the huge range of rocks that built Westminster, from some of the world’s oldest rocks to Jurassic sea creatures. We will also hear some surprising stories about the history of geology.The tour looks at the building stones of Westminster, exploring what the rocks are, looking at the fossils within them as well as crushed volcanic crystals and some of the world’s oldest rocks in plain sight.We will also learn some surprising stories about the history of geology and the characters who shaped it. The tour will visit the Geology Society and the Linnean Society. We will also visit the site of the first Geology Museum and where the theory of evolution was first heard. Also hear about some of the surprising fossils uncovered as London was built.Access – Some steps to enter the buildings, wheelchair access available would need advanced notice.

Westminster Rocks! Hunting Crystals and Fossils.
Tour dates and times:
Thursday - 21 August 2025 - 14:00
Ticket price Free
Your Guide(s)
Event details
Tour duration 1 hour 30 minutes
Child friendly? Yes
Access friendly? No
Meeting point: Outside Royal Astronomical Society, Burlington House Square
Finishing at:Trafalgar Square
Please note that walks are run by Association members – your contract is between you and the guide, not with the Association