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Howick Haven Rock Formations

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Location: Longhoughton, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Dunstanburgh Castle and Howick Hall loop from Craster — Northumberland Coast

17.3km

04:31

120m

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2. Smugglers Cove (Craster) – Swine Den and Cullernose Point loop from Dunstan

10.3km

02:41

80m

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3. Smugglers Cove (Craster) – Boulmer Beach loop from Craster

9.73km

02:31

50m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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mkirby

July 16, 2023

The rocks on the North side of the haven reveal distinct layers of pale and black rock, formed in calm estuarine conditions. The black rock, made of shale or mudstone, settled in slow-moving water, while the paler rock, composed of fine-grained sandstone or siltstone, formed in slightly faster currents.

Keep an eye out for remnants of a marine sandbank and a thin coal seam, offering glimpses into the area's past. As you continue, notice the tabular crossbedding in the sandstone, resembling patterns formed by flowing water around obstacles. These layers showcase the dynamic forces that have shaped this remarkable landscape.

On the South side, a similar sequence can be observed, sans the coal. The sandstones, with their warm yellow to brown colors, owe their hues to ferric hydroxide, adding a touch of vibrancy to the scenery.

Pay attention to the subtle differences in the rock layers' orientation. The varying strikes—around 50 degrees on the North side and 30 degrees on the South side—hint at a fault's presence, influencing the land and guiding the path of the Howick burn.

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Location: Longhoughton, North East England, England, United Kingdom

Howick Haven Rock Formations

1. Dunstanburgh Castle and Howick Hall loop from Craster — Northumberland Coast

2. Smugglers Cove (Craster) – Swine Den and Cullernose Point loop from Dunstan

3. Smugglers Cove (Craster) – Boulmer Beach loop from Craster

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