Beacon Limestone Formation
The Beacon Limestone Formation is a formation of early Jurassic age (Pliensbachian–Toarcian). It lies above the Dyrham Formation and below the Bridport Sand Formation. It forms part of the Lias Group. It is found within the Wessex Basin and parts of Somerset[1], in England.
| Beacon Limestone Formation Stratigraphic range: Pliensbachian–Toarcian | |
|---|---|
| Type | Geological formation |
| Unit of | Lias Group |
| Underlies | Bridport Sand Formation |
| Overlies | Dyrham Formation |
| Area | Wessex Basin, Somerset |
| Thickness | Approx. 5 m |
| Lithology | |
| Primary | Limestone |
| Location | |
| Country | England |
| Type section | |
| Named for | Thorncombe Beacon |
References
- "Beacon Limestone Formation". BGS Lexicon of Named Rock Units. Retrieved 2018-03-08.
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