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Discover London's Urban Geology on Guided Walking Tours

1/21/2026

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Dr. Ruth Siddall, a geologist, offers guided walking tours in London to explore urban geology.
London Pavement Geology organizes the walks, highlighting stone origins from Australia, Brazil, and China.
Participants learn about serpentinite and larvikite and their historical significance.
They study how the Great Fire of London affected stone architecture.
Tours resume monthly in spring 2026, with £20 adult tickets.

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Story summary

Dr. Ruth Siddall, a geologist, offers guided walking tours in London to explore urban geology.
London Pavement Geology organizes the walks, highlighting stone origins from Australia, Brazil, and China.
Participants learn about serpentinite and larvikite and their historical significance.
They study how the Great Fire of London affected stone architecture.
Tours resume monthly in spring 2026, with £20 adult tickets.