Lancashire Rigs Group
	home Sites Publications Action Plan Contact Us Links		Regionally Important Geological and Geomorphological Sites How are RIGS chosen? Drawing on a primary survey which identified over 700 potential RIGS in Lancashire, members of the Group use four criteria to assess whether a site should be designated as a RIG. These are: • Educational value • Research value • Historical value • Aesthetic value How are sites protected? RIGS do not have the same protection in law as Sites of Special Scientific Interest. However, they have been recognised as heritage sites by Lancashire County and many local councils who have adopted policies in their structure and local plans aimed at protecting such sites. Site access Many sites are located on private land and the permission of the landowner must be acquired before venturing on to them. However, a significant number of sites is also on public land or where access agreements exist. In addition, most sites are close to or are crossed by public rights of way. Site records Detailed survey records of all RIGS are held by the Group on a database. Copies of these are available through the Secretary on payment of an administration fee. List of Approved Rigs Sites In Lancashire Map of Approved Rigs Sites In Lancashire
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