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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.
Interested in joining the Peak District Mines Historical Society?
Then go to the
"joining PDMHS" page of this website to find out more -
or you can simply download a membership application form if you prefer.
Upcoming Events:
Tuesday 30th June 2009
Mining Heritage Walk - Crich area (evening)
See newsletter or
click here for further details.
Tuesday 14th July 2009
Heritage Walk - Bonsall Village and its History (evening)
See newsletter or
click here for further details.
Latest News
Underground Reflections: A Book of Mine and Mining Photographs
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The front cover and some sample pages from Underground Reflections, a book of mine photographs
Photographs used with permission from AditNow
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Recently, society member Peter Neville put together a book of some of the best photographs taken in mines by members of the
AditNow website.
This book, in 13"x11" glossy format really does far more justice to the quality of the photography than a computer screen ever can,
and a donation to the Derbyshire Cave Rescue Organisation (DCRO)
was included in the sale price. The first print run of this book quickly sold out, and raised £135 for DCRO, but following further enquiries
a second print run is being considered if enough people will commit to buying a copy.
It's rare to see high-quality photographs of old mines at a good size anywhere other than the cover of
Mining History or at the
Mining Museum. If any PDMHS
members are interested in this book, a number of sample images from it can be viewed online at
http://www.aditnow.co.uk/community/viewtopic.aspx?t=1904&pid=1
and you can register your interest by email to info[at]aditnow.co.uk (replace the [at] with @ to get proper email address). If numbers are
sufficient for a second print run, then the cost will be around £30, as before this will include a donation to DCRO.
Additions to Web Site
Details of the latest edition of Mining History (Volume 17 No. 1) are now on-line. This is free to paid-up members; non-members
who would like to purchase a copy are advised to contact the Mining Museum at Matlock Bath.
Details of the Summer 2009 meets list are now on-line and the meets list for July onwards will be published shortly. Keep checking the meets and events list for details.
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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
The PDMHS web site is sponsored by www.ledcavinglamp.co.uk
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