Archaeological sites · London
Fossil Pit
In or near Darenth.
Fossil Pit — a archaeological in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Abbey Wood · 0.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Fossil Pit is a archaeological located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Lesnes Abbey features a fossil pit that dates back to the Eocene era, offering visitors the chance to hunt for fossils. Equipped with tools and guidance, groups can explore the site and identify various fossils, including shells and sharks' teeth.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Abbey Wood SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Fossil Pit is an archaeological site located in London. It is notable for its significant fossil deposits, providing insights into the region's prehistoric life. The site contributes to the understanding of geological and biological history in the area.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.4873, 0.1305
- District
- Bexley
- Parish
- Bexley, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE2 0AX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Erith and Thamesmead
- Nearest railway station
- Abbey Wood — 0.8 km
- Official site
- www.lesnesabbeywoods.org
Sources
- osm: node/12424512704 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Fossil Pit?
- Fossil Pit is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE2 0AX), in the parish of Bexley, unparished area.
- What is Fossil Pit?
- Fossil Pit — a archaeological in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Fossil Pit?
- The nearest railway station is Abbey Wood, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode SE2 0AX.
- Is Fossil Pit a protected site?
- Yes — Fossil Pit is part of the Abbey Wood SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Fossil Pit free to visit?
- Yes, Fossil Pit is free to enter.
- How do I get to Fossil Pit?
- The nearest railway station is Abbey Wood, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE2 0AX.