Saturday 23 April (Field Meeting): Churnet Valley, led by Ian Stimpson, Keele University & NSGGA. Meet at 10:30 in Froghall Wharf Car Park SK 0271 4766 just off the A52. Walking a section of the Churnet Valley Geotrail looking at Carboniferous geology (Gritstones and Coal Measures) and associated geologically related industrial history. Also the geomorphology of the Churnet Valley associated with the end of the last Ice Age. Walking ~ 6km along public footpaths (with stiles) across rolling North Staffordshire terrain. Bring a packed lunch, or food available at the Fox & Goose Pub, approximately half way round the walk.