The Institute of Quarrying (IQ) London & Home Counties (L&HC) branch is the 2nd largest branch according to the number of members it represents. Its region covers all of the south east, from the Isle of Wight and the Channel Islands, and as far north as Oxfordshire. Geologically speaking, parts of the region stretch further back into the past than most of Europe.
Sarah Fry

Recent Posts
IQ London and Home Counties branch get into confined spaces
[fa icon="calendar'] Mar 23, 2021 12:00:00 PM / by Sarah Fry posted in London and Home Counties Branch, Networking, IQ Community
IQ North Wales branch discuss dredging
[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 11, 2021 12:00:00 PM / by Sarah Fry posted in North Wales Branch, IQ Community, Knowledge and Innovation
The Institute of Quarrying (IQ) North Wales branch has a special history given that Caernarvon is the birthplace of IQ, where it was founded in 1917 by four people with a vision for the mineral products industry.
IQ West of England Branch presents Portland Stone
[fa icon="calendar'] Nov 26, 2020 8:00:00 AM / by Sarah Fry posted in West of England Branch, IQ Community
Local Institute of Quarrying (IQ) branches have been at the forefront of adapting to the needs of members by turning to online platforms to host their technical evenings and networking events.
Derbyshire Branch Day Out
[fa icon="calendar'] Aug 31, 2019 10:00:00 AM / by Sarah Fry posted in Derbyshire Branch, IQ Community
As well as great personal development opportunities available through membership with the Institute of Quarrying (IQ), being part of the regional branch network is an excellent way to socialise with like-minded industry peers.
West of England branch
[fa icon="calendar'] Jul 31, 2019 12:00:00 PM / by Sarah Fry posted in West of England Branch, Networking, IQ Community
Attending regular technical evenings organised by the regional Institute of Quarrying (IQ) branches is a great way for members to keep up to date on key industry issues. IQ branch events provides its members with valuable networking and CPD opportunities.
London and Home Counties Blog
[fa icon="calendar'] Jun 30, 2019 1:59:00 PM / by Sarah Fry posted in London and Home Counties Branch, Networking, IQ Community
The new committee team for the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) London and Home Counties branch have big plans to reinvigorate membership events across the region. The first of these events was recently held on board the historic HMS Belfast.
North Wales Branch
[fa icon="calendar'] May 31, 2019 11:44:00 AM / by Sarah Fry posted in North Wales Branch, Networking, IQ Community
With an estimated 18-20 per cent of all recorded incidents a result of conveyors, conveyor belt safety was the insightful topic at the recent Technical Evening hosted by the IQ North Wales branch.
Lancashire Branch
[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 30, 2019 8:00:00 AM / by Sarah Fry posted in CPD, Lancashire Branch, Networking, IQ Community
The series of branch blogs from the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) continues. This month the focus is the IQ Lancashire branch and its well-attended continuing professional development (CPD) day.
South Wales Branch
[fa icon="calendar'] Mar 29, 2019 8:00:00 AM / by Sarah Fry posted in South Wales Branch, Networking, IQ Community
Continuing professional development (CPD) is extremely important within the mineral extractives industry, ensuring continued professional competence and ‘fitness for purpose’. As part of the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) support network, IQ members regularly attend local branch events, which embed a culture of CPD.
Derbyshire Branch
[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 28, 2019 8:00:00 AM / by Sarah Fry posted in Derbyshire Branch, University of Derby, Networking, IQ Community
For many members of the Institute of Quarrying (IQ), one of the main benefits is networking with industry professionals at local branch events, with the value of sharing knowledge, experiences and advice second to none.