Geophysics and Martley Rock Progress


Martley Rock site was visited by two geo-physicists today.  The idea behind this was to understand how non-destructive techniques, for example resisitivity or magnetic measurements could be used to map the boundaries between the rock types under the field just north of the trenches at Martley Rock.  John and Marek of Subsurface Geotechnical were most interested in the astonishing variety of rock types at the site and impressed with the developments there.  They will put together a proposal for work and discuss it with us in the coming weeks.  Thanks for visiting, John and Marek!  Meanwhile Dale and his team from Manor Estates are nearing the end of their part of the project.  The accompanying photos show how the site looks with walkways being laid down behind the completed fencing.  Dale has installed a strong wooden pillar as a stand for the visitor’s book  in its rugged box, made kindly by Andy Palmer–thanks Andy.  Soon visitor representatives will be able to sign in  and this will help us tally the number of visitors to the site.  Andy will add a leaflet dispenser too.

Here are a few photos of latest progress–

Martley Rock, north from the short trench

Martley Rock, north from the short trench

Trench Junction vw South

Trench Junction vw South

Martley Rock Visitor's Book Post and Entrance

Martley Rock Visitor's Book Post and Entrance

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