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Fossil Grove — Attraction in Scotland

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Fossil Grove
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The Fossil Grove is a group of plant fossils located within Victoria Park, Glasgow, Scotland. It was discovered in 1887 and contains the fossilised stumps and roots of eleven extinct Lepidodendron trees, which are sometimes described as "giant club mosses" but are more closely related to quillworts.
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Victoria Park Pond
Glasgow G14 0UN, United Kingdom
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Lotus Lebanese Resturant
1363 Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow G14 9UZ, United Kingdom
Brazuca Coffee & Restaurant
1 Methil St, Glasgow G14 0AA, United Kingdom
Magic Grill Glasgow
1341 Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow G14 9UZ, United Kingdom
The Tuck Shop
1351 Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow G14 9UZ, United Kingdom
29 States Indian Cuisine
6-8 Norby Rd, Glasgow G11 7BN, United Kingdom
The Three Craws
501 Crow Rd, Jordanhill, Glasgow G11 7DN, United Kingdom
Po'Boyz Restaurant Glasgow
Broomhill Shopping Centre, 16 Norby Rd, Glasgow G11 7BN, United Kingdom
The Neelim Restaurant
1590 Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow G14 9DB, United Kingdom
Ronzio Restaurant & Bar Broomhill
340 Crow Rd, Glasgow G11 7HT, United Kingdom
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Fossil Grove

Victoria Park Dr S, Glasgow G14 9QR, United Kingdom
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The Fossil Grove is a group of plant fossils located within Victoria Park, Glasgow, Scotland. It was discovered in 1887 and contains the fossilised stumps and roots of eleven extinct Lepidodendron trees, which are sometimes described as "giant club mosses" but are more closely related to quillworts.

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attractions: Victoria Park Pond, restaurants: Lotus Lebanese Resturant, Brazuca Coffee & Restaurant, Magic Grill Glasgow, The Tuck Shop, 29 States Indian Cuisine, The Three Craws, Po'Boyz Restaurant Glasgow, The Neelim Restaurant, Ronzio Restaurant & Bar Broomhill
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Lotus Lebanese Resturant

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Anna RoszakAnna Roszak
Tried to visit on Sunday August 1st 2021 when it should have been opened but it was shut. Oh well Victoria Park is still nice but came specifically to see the fossils. Edit for 2024: We went to the website and found out was only open every 3rd Thursday of the month from 12-4pm and finally went to visit in August. Now it's closed for renovation during September and October. Visit their website for updates, don't rely on Google Maps! It was a unique experience, just make sure to go when it is open!
Tommy ButlerTommy Butler
Its a fantastic location it should be promoted more and open 7 days a week. Instead its only open Sat - Sunday. its been getting run down since the computer was damaged and parks dept have not repaired the computer generated program. Its still worth a visit but could be better improved what needs is gift shop and more care from local city council to promote this unique historical site. added couple images let you see.
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Some of the fossilized remains of those ancient forests can be found in the Fossil Grove which is located within Glasgow’s Victoria Park (located in the Whiteinch area of the city). No wait required as this is part of the public park, no entrance fee either. Can easily spend about an hour here or more.
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Tried to visit on Sunday August 1st 2021 when it should have been opened but it was shut. Oh well Victoria Park is still nice but came specifically to see the fossils. Edit for 2024: We went to the website and found out was only open every 3rd Thursday of the month from 12-4pm and finally went to visit in August. Now it's closed for renovation during September and October. Visit their website for updates, don't rely on Google Maps! It was a unique experience, just make sure to go when it is open!
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Its a fantastic location it should be promoted more and open 7 days a week. Instead its only open Sat - Sunday. its been getting run down since the computer was damaged and parks dept have not repaired the computer generated program. Its still worth a visit but could be better improved what needs is gift shop and more care from local city council to promote this unique historical site. added couple images let you see.
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Some of the fossilized remains of those ancient forests can be found in the Fossil Grove which is located within Glasgow’s Victoria Park (located in the Whiteinch area of the city). No wait required as this is part of the public park, no entrance fee either. Can easily spend about an hour here or more.
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1.0
4y

Tried to visit on Sunday August 1st 2021 when it should have been opened but it was shut. Oh well Victoria Park is still nice but came specifically to see the fossils.

Edit for 2024: We went to the website and found out was only open every 3rd Thursday of the month from 12-4pm and finally went to visit in August. Now it's closed for renovation during September and October. Visit their website for updates, don't rely on Google Maps! It was a unique experience, just make sure to go...

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7y

Its a fantastic location it should be promoted more and open 7 days a week. Instead its only open Sat - Sunday. its been getting run down since the computer was damaged and parks dept have not repaired the computer generated program.

Its still worth a visit but could be better improved what needs is gift shop and more care from local city council to promote this unique historical site. added couple images...

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5.0
8y

A visit here won't last more than 20-30 mins but it's well worth it if you're interested in Earth's ancient geological and biological history. Note that the visitor's centre providing access to the fossils is only open during the summer months (Approx May - Sep) although the surrounding park and gardens are open all year. Check the website for exact opening times before making a...

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