Wainlode Cliff

Wainlode Cliff (grid reference SO845257) is a privately owned 1.3 hectare geological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Gloucestershire, notified in 1954.^[1][2] It overlooks Hasfield Ham.

Wainlode Cliff

Site of Special Scientific Interest
Wainlode Cliff
Location within Gloucestershire
Location	Gloucestershire
Grid reference	SO845257
Coordinates	51.930046°N 2.226104°W / 51.930046; -2.226104
Interest	Geological
Area	1.3 hectare
Notification	1954
Natural England website

Geology

This an historic locality which was first described in 1842 and shows a seven-metre section of Rhaetian age. The site mains the regional two-fold division of Westbury and Cotham Beds. The Insect Limestone, which is a productive source of insects, defines the base of the Lias.^[1]

Boats and fishing

Seasonal fishing beneath the cliff as well as the use of boats on the river are allowed with a permit.^{[citation needed][importance?]}

Gallery

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  View from above Wainlode Cliff overlooking Hasfield Ham
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  Fishing sign for Wainlode Cliff and access to the riverbank.

Sources

• Natural England SSSI information on citation, map and unit details
• Natural England SSSI information on the Wainlode Cliff unit