It came from outer space: the meteorite that landed in a Cotswolds cul-de-sac
Apr 04, 2025•30 min
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Summary
This episode tells the story of the Winchcombe meteorite, a rare space rock that landed in an English town. It details the efforts of scientists and volunteers to find and study the meteorite, highlighting its scientific value in understanding the early solar system. The story also explores the world of meteorite hunting and the significance of these events to those who witness them.Episode description
Meteorite falls are extremely rare and offer a glimpse of the processes that formed our world billions of years ago. When a space rock came to an English market town in 2021, scientists raced to find as much out as they could By Helen Gordon. Read by Sasha Frost. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod
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