Fossil Grove

Fossil Grove is in Victoria Park in the west of the city. The fossil trees were uncovered by removal of the surrounding rocks. They are the remains of an ancient forest, around 330 million years old. Scottish Natural Heritage has designated the grove a site of Special Scientific Interest.

The fossilised tree stumps were discovered in 1887 when an old quarry was being landscaped as part of the work during the creation of the park. Careful excavation of the site uncovered the fossil remains, and a building was erected to protect them from the elements.

What can you see there today? You will see a small corner of a vast ancient forest, preserved in stone.

Fossil Grove is operated by Glasgow City Council’s department of Land and Environmental Services.

Admission free.

Opening hours: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 4pm, from Friday 21 March to late September.

To ensure there has been no change to the opening times or details on this page, please check with the museum directly before visiting.