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Castle Park Redevelopment

Puddingstone

The rare specimen of 56-million-year-old two-tonne rock was relocated into the park where it now provides an additional feature of interest and visitors can take the time to learn about its origins by reading the associated interpretation sign.

The Hertfordshire Puddingstone was moved from its previous location on Adderley Road outside Skew Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, where it was relatively discreet and overlooked, following engagement with East Herts Geology Club.

A photo of The puddingstone on Adderley Road.
The puddingstone on Adderley Road.
A photo of The puddingstone being brought into Castle Park. Photo credit: Roger Wilmot and Susan Harris
The puddingstone being brought into Castle Park. © Roger Wilmot & Susan Harris
A photo of The puddingstone in Castle Park.
The puddingstone in Castle Park.
Roger Wilmot and Susan Harris of East Herts Geology Club with the puddingstone in Castle Park. Photo credit: Bishop’s Stortford Independent
Roger Wilmot and Susan Harris of East Herts Geology Club with the puddingstone in Castle Park. © Bishop’s Stortford Independent