For many people the opportunity to discover more about the earth's fascinating history is right beneath their feet. Fossils reveal a remarkable insight into how life and the environment has evolved through time, from luscious rain forests, to tropical seas, each depicted in the fossil record left behind.

We work closely with a number of UK, US and European organisations to combine the latest scientific fossil facts with visual media. Throughout the site we hope to demonstrate how anyone with a little guidance can find some truly amazing fossils.

Discovering Fossils was launched in February 2003. The aim of Discovering Fossils is to communicate information in an interesting and visual way, so that beginners and experts alike can benefit from the resources. Whether you're an collector, tourist, family or individual, our website aims to provide an interesting and concise guide to fossils and the locations they are found.

Wherever possible pictures, diagrams and photo's are used to bring clarity and depth to the each report. Many of the fossil locations detailed on the site follow the advice and recommendations of our site visitors. We are always keen to hear about new and interesting locations, including Quarries, Cliffs, Beaches, Estuaries and any other fossil location.

Discovering Fossils, also serves as an information 'Portal' to other relevant websites, currently covering the UK, US, Europe, Asia and Australia. If you know of any fossil websites, geology websites, fossil hunting websites or any other relevant sites you think may be useful, please let us know. Please note that some of the fossil locations visited require the permission of the landowners before collecting fossils. Please also observe the safety of yourself and others when fossil hunting. We hope you enjoy the site.

Education is a key part of the strategy of Discovering Fossils and we hope the website will spark an interest in people who might not otherwise considered gaining a knowledge of geology or paleontology. Schools are among the regular visitors to the website and frequently request the use of materials for teaching purposes.

Contact us through:  www.discoveringfossils.co.uk/contact.htm