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The Peak District National Park and much of the surrounding countryside was once mined
extensively for Lead, Fluorspar, Barytes and other minerals. Much of the now-familiar and naturalised
landscape has been modified considerably by ancient miners, with hillocks, old lead veins,
and ancient engine houses & mine buildings forming an integral part of the modern-day
landscape. Across the area are many archaeological features relating to mining activities
– some dating back several hundred years, some considerably more recent.
The Peak District Mines Historical Society exists to preserve these important industrial
heritage sites, and to promote interest and understanding in mines, mining and minerals –
and in the fascinating and varied mining history.
Through this website, we hope to present to a wider audience the aims, objectives,
activities and resources of the society.
Upcoming Events:
Tuesday 13th May 2008
Mining Heritage Walk - Wensley area
An evening mining heritage walk around Wensley and the mines associated with this area. Led by Tony Wood.
For further details, click here.
Tuesday 27th May 2008
Mining Heritage Walk - Yatestoop Mine
An evening mining heritage walk following the course of Yatestoop Mine. Optional buffet afterwards. Led by Tony Wood.
For further details, click here.
Latest News:
Additions to Web Site - 23rdApril 2008
More articles from back issues of the Bulletin are now available on-line via the back issues page, specifically from Bulletins 7-1 through to 7-6, plus a couple from Bulletin 13-2.
Additions to Web Site - 1stApril 2008
Members and researchers might find the following two links extremely useful and they have now been added to the Resources page. Thanks to Society member Adam Russell for drawing our attention to these.
Derbyshire Mining Customs and Mineral Courts Act 1851 (High Peak)
Derbyshire Mining Customs and Mineral Courts Act 1852 (Low Peak)
Thursday 3rd April 2008
Giant's Hole Access Fee
It has been brought to our attention that the goodwill fee for visiting Giant's Hole at Castleton has
been increased from £2 per head to £3 per head with immediate effect.
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T'Owd Man - the mediaeval miner
Side Mine, Matlock Bath.
Photo by M. Long
Blue Shaft, Engine Vein, Alderley Edge copper mines
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