Mundesley Cliffs facts for kids
| Site of Special Scientific Interest | |
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Mundesley Beach in summer.
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| Area of Search | Norfolk |
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| Interest | Geological |
| Area | 29.3 hectares (72 acres) |
| Notification | 1984 |
| Location map | Magic Map |
Mundesley Cliffs is a special place in Norfolk, England. It's located north-east of North Walsham. This area is protected because of its amazing geology. It covers about 29.3 hectares (that's like 72 football fields!).
It's known as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). This means it's a very important area for its wildlife or geology, and it's protected by law. Mundesley Cliffs is also part of the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which means it's a beautiful landscape that is protected for everyone to enjoy.
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What Makes Mundesley Cliffs Special?
Mundesley Cliffs is like a giant history book made of rock. The cliffs here show some of the best examples of ancient layers of earth. These layers were formed by both the sea and freshwater rivers a very long time ago.
Layers from Ancient Times
These special layers of rock and soil tell us about two important periods in Earth's history. They show us what the world was like during the Cromerian interglacial period. An "interglacial" is a warm time between two ice ages.
The Anglian Ice Age
The cliffs also show us the very beginning of the Anglian glaciation. This was a super cold period when huge sheets of ice, called glaciers, covered much of the land. This ice age started around 478,000 years ago! By studying these cliffs, scientists can learn a lot about how our planet's climate has changed over hundreds of thousands of years.
Visiting Mundesley Cliffs
The beach at Mundesley Cliffs is open to the public. You can visit and see these amazing cliffs for yourself. It's a great place to learn about geology and enjoy the beautiful Norfolk coastline.
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Mundesley Beach in summer.
