A while ago I became interested in Geology. I like it because it relates to most things you see around you. You can see geological structures and materials when you go for a walk in the country, go on holiday or visit shops and see decorative shop fronts. It then becomes the ideal hobby - I can highly recommend it. I started by taking an Advanced Level Geology course and this is an approach I can recommend - it gives you a very good grounding in the science. I have also done some short courses and am a member of the Geology Section of the Natural History Society of Northumbria - in fact I was "persuaded" to become secretary. I have some geological stuff which you might find useful and informative.

Natural History Society of Northumbria
This Newcastle based society has a programme of winter talks and summer field visits. This page gives details of the programme and some information about the society. If you live in the Tyneside/ Durham region and are interested in Geology, this is for you. Click on the picture to go to the official web site: