Ruth
Ruth is the genuine article: a top-flight, award-winning, professional geologist. She researches geological materials used in art, architecture and archaeology. She is interested in the natural history of cities and this includes the fossils and crystals that we walk past every day. Ruth has appeared on the BBC World Service programme Science Now and regularly writes and blogs on building stones. Have a listen – treat yourself. Here’s a lively, very informative – and fun – interview with Ruth.
All of Ruth's Walks
Geology and Building Stones in the City of London
Saturday, 11 July 2026 @ 2.30 pm (Click here for more dates)
Award-winning geologist guides "stones ingrained with geological and historical memories"
The Monument, Moon & Malta: Eastcheap Urban Geology
Saturday, 25 July 2026 @ 2.30 pm (Click here for more dates)
"one of the best places for spotting fossils in the City"
Other walks in Ruth's repertoire.
They run occasionally as 'Specials' but can also be booked privately.
Urban Geology in St Giles
"particularly exotic and colourful stones" guided by a distinguished, award-winning Geologist
Building and Rebuilding the Thames Embankment
"From The Thames to Eternity" guided by a distinguished, award-winning Geologist
Geology and Building Stones in the City of London
Award-winning geologist guides "stones ingrained with geological and historical memories"
The Monument, Moon & Malta: Eastcheap Urban Geology
"one of the best places for spotting fossils in the City"
Geology and Building Stones in the City of Westminster
Guided by a distinguished, award-winning Geologist