|
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 26th August 2008
Mining Heritage Walk - Magpie Mine
The last of this year's evening mining heritage walks is a visit to the historically fascinating Magpie Mine. Optional buffet afterwards.
For further details, click here.
Tuesday 9th September 2008
Training Meet - Mouldridge Mine
Training meet for novices at Mouldridge Mine - limited places available.
For further details, click here.
Latest News
Additions to Web Site - July 2008
There's a new section on this web site dedicated to Silence Mine, one of the Society's latest projects.
Photo galleries and an on-going diary of works undertaken will follow soon.
WARNING - LONG RAKE SPAR MINE - PLEASE READ
On the weekend of 24/25 May 2008 two cavers were taken seriously ill with Carbon Monoxide poisoning
in Long Rake Mine on Bradwell Moor. The source of the Carbon Monoxide is not known and DCA are
advising that cavers should not descend Long Rake until further notice.
Calling all Cornish mining enthusiasts!
A new museum, Hard Rock, will be opening in August 2008 at Geevor Tin Mine.
The museum will tell the story of Geevor, hard rock mining and Cornwall's mining heritage. The museum is asking for help with compiling a searchable
database of mining and Geevor related information. If you think you may be able to help by contributing to this project,
read this document detailing the proposals at Geevor Tin Mine to find out more.
|
T'Owd Man - the mediaeval miner
Side Mine, Matlock Bath.
Photo by M. Long
Blue Shaft, Engine Vein, Alderley Edge copper mines
The PDMHS web site is sponsored by www.ledcavinglamp.co.uk
|
