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Publications produced
by the Copper Coast Geopark
Geology
The Copper Coast
The Copper Coast pamphlet consists of 3 A2 sheets
with details of the
geological features to be found
along the coast from Kilfarrasy to Stradbally,
Co. Waterford.
The pamphlet is available at the Geopark Information
Point for €4. |
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The rocks of the Copper Coast
The leaflet compiles the descriptions of all the
different rocks to be found along
the coast. Samples
of these rocks are on display in the Geological
Garden in
Bunmahon. The leaflet can be downloaded
on the "Geology for everyone"
page of this website. |
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The Geology of Ballydwane
The Geology of Ballydwane explains step by step
how to read the cliffs and
rocks of Ballydwane. It is
available in 4 languages (English, French, German
and Dutch).
The booklet is available at the Geopark Information
Point for €2. |
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Mining
The Bunmahon Copper Mines, a special thematic
volume of Mining Heritage
Trust of Ireland journal.
The journal contains a series of eight illustrated
articles on different aspects of
the Bunmahon mining
heritage, from mineralogy to archaeology and
conservation.
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The making and the breaking of a mining
community; the Copper Coast:
1825-1875+, by
Des Cowman
More information on the "Mining Community" page of
this website.
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The Miners' way
The Miner's way explores the mines of
Tankardstown and gives an insight
with spectacular
colour photos of this fascinating underground world -
not
accessible to the public for safety reasons.
Booklet available at the Geopark Information Point
for €5.
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Trail cards
The 6 trail cards cover Stradbally, Bunmahon, Boatstrand / Dunabrattin,
Annestown, Dunhill and Fenor. They have maps and photos.
They are available a the Copper Coast Geopark Centre but can also be
downloaded from the "Walks" page on this website.
Other publications available
at the Copper Coast Geopark office
Publications from Sherkin Island Marine Station are available at the Copper
Coast Geopark Office:
Produced in association with the Geological Survey of Ireland
the A to Z to Geology aims to highlight the importance of
geology in our everyday lives. There are a remarkable variety
of rock types found in Ireland. These rocks impact on our lives
every single day, in ways that you might never have imagined.
This book explores the fascinating world of rocks and geology
– a world of volcanoes, tsunamis, earthquakes, diamonds,
gold and even dinosaurs! Contains information specific to
Ireland. |
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Colouring and guide
booklets about fossils, sea
life, birds, wild flowers,
butterflies & moths and
creepy crawlies common
around Ireland. Whether you
use it as a guide or simply as
a colouring book, it will help to
make you more familiar with
these. You can learn their
common English name, their
scientific name in Latin and
their Irish name, as well as a
little information about them. |
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A Beginners' Guide to Ireland's Wildflowers is pocket-
sized guide, suitable for beginners of all ages. A great
introduction to the many common wild flowers found around
Ireland, with colour photographs of 162 wild flowers, their
common, scientific and Irish names, clear and simple
descriptions, including colour, size and habitat, an
introduction to each wild flower family, highlighting important
features and information on the different types of plant
habitats. |
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A Beginner's Guide to Ireland's Seashore is a 208 page
pocket-sized guide, suitable for beginners of all ages. With the
help of this book you will be able to explore the wonders of
marine life on the shores around Ireland. The guide contains
colour photographs of 125 animals and plants; their common,
scientific and Irish names; clear and simple descriptions,
including colour, size, habitat and location on the shore. |
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