Wittering Formation

Wittering Formation
Stratigraphic range: Ypresian - Lutetian
Type	Formation
Sub-units	Bracklesham Group
Underlies	Earnley Sand Formation
Overlies	London Clay, Thames Group
Thickness	40-53 m
Lithology
Primary	clay
Other	sand
Location
Region	England
Country	Hampshire Basin, United Kingdom
Type section
Named for	Wittering

The Wittering Formation is a geologic formation in England. It preserves fossils dating back to the Paleogene period.[1]

See also

• List of fossiliferous stratigraphic units in England

References

• Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 17 December 2021.

1. "Wittering Formation". The BGS Lexicon of Named Rock Units. British Geological Survey. Retrieved 25 March 2015.