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- Yorkshire Geological Society; 1837-present
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Founded in 1837, the Yorkshire Geological Society was the first geological society in the North of England. A membership-led organisation with a governing council and President, its main objective is to promote and record the results of research in geosciences in Yorkshire.
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Registered UK charity (Charity No. 220014)
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The society achieves its aim by hosting and promoting a series of indoor meetings and field trips throughout the course of the year. It also compiles publications including the world-renowned Proceedings of the Yorkshire Geological Society, which is published twice per year.
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Founded in 1837, the Yorkshire Geological Society was the first geological society in the North of England. A membership-led organisation with a governing council and President, its main objective is to promote and record the results of research in geosciences in Yorkshire.
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International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) - Ottawa
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https://www.yorksgeolsoc.org.uk/; accessed 12 October 2020.