Events & Courses

The Great Southwell landslip of 1734 was a toppling failure. In dealing with slope instability in the UK, we are most often concerned with slides and flows: toppling is usually confined to rock cliffs and steep slopes. The Southwell landslide is an unusual feature, and it is readily accessible for a visit. 

However, to understand what can be seen today it is important to understand the history of, in particular, quarrying for the Portland Limestone and dumping quarry waste. As the landslide occurs in a particular location, geological control was important, and the presentation will go some way to dispelling misconceptions over the mechanics.

Speaker

Prof Eddie Bromhead

Venue

Peter Brett Associates
Caversham Bridge House
Waterman Place
Reading RG1 8DN

Time

Tea & Coffee 6:30pm 

Talk 7:00pm 

Finger buffet 8:00pm