Listed below are the official PDMHS mining history meets and underground events. Some trips are subject to certain access
or technical restrictions, others are weather dependent. You are advised to check with the meet
organiser prior to attending as numbers are limited on some trips and meets may be subject to
last minute changes.
Heritage Walk
Matlock Area |
Tuesday 20th July 2010 |
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| Description:
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A walk around Old Matlock, looking at the old trades & pubs along the way. A chance to see the site of Toplis & Taylor,
the alias with which ground zero was set up during the second world war. Also a walk down Bank Road the site of the former tramway which took
passengers from Crown Square to Smedley Street. There will be a stop in Hall Leys Park to have a look at the tram shelter which once stood in
Crown Square.
Optional Buffet at the Boat House, Matlock, afterwards.
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| Leader: |
Tony Wood
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| Meet: |
Boat House, Matlock. Additional parking is available at the Artist's Corner car park nearby. |
| Time: |
7:00pm |
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Heritage Walk
Cromford Village |
Tuesday 3rd August 2010 |
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| Description:
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This trip around the village of Cromford will be looking at the site of the former lead smelter, Arkwright's Mill, the sites of
former shops and pubs in the village and the outfall of Cromford Sough.
Optional food and drink at the Greyhound Hotel, Cromford, afterwards.
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| Leader: |
Tony Wood
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| Meet: |
Cromford Canal Wharf Car Park |
| Time: |
7:00pm |
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Underground Meet
Lay By Pot, Stoney Middleton |
Wednesday 11th August 2010 |
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| Description:
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An intermediate SRT through trip. Although mostly natural cave, we'll be going in search of where the miners have left their
mark. A 14m abseil, a low damp crawl or two and a slightly tight and acrobatic exit climb are included to add to the fun! For further details
and booking info contact Martin Long - contact details in newsletter.
NOW FULLY BOOKED, SORRY!
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| Leader: |
Martin Long
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| Meet: |
tba |
| Time: |
tba |
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Heritage Walk
Matlock Revisited |
Tuesday 17th August 2010 |
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| Description:
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Another walk around the town of Matlock, taking a look at Old Matlock, including Pheobe Bown's grave, the
old Wheatsheaf Inn and the old School House, Then we shall look at Matlock town itself, the site of the old pinfold, how
Causeway Lane was developed, Steep Turnpike, Firs Parade, Hall Leys Park, Batemans Park, Matlock Bridge and finally the
development of Dale Road.
Optional Buffet at the Boat House, Matlock, afterwards.
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| Leader: |
Tony Wood
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| Meet: |
Boat House, Matlock. Additional parking is available at the Artist's Corner car park nearby. |
| Time: |
7:00pm |
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Mining Heritage Walk
Magpie Mine |
Tuesday 31st August 2010 |
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| Description:
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A chance for new and old members alike to visit this magnificent mine and hear the story of its long and
fascinating history. A nice way to bring to an end the summer season of guided walks.
Optional Buffet at the Cock & Pullet, Sheldon, afterwards.
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| Leader: |
Tony Wood
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| Meet: |
Cock & Pullet, Sheldon |
| Time: |
7:00pm |
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Heritage Open Day 2010
Magpie Mine, Sheldon |
Saturday 11th September 2010 |
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| Description:
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Heritage Day 2010 is on Saturday the 11th of September and will be held at Magpie Mine, Sheldon. The mine
has a fantastic history stretching back to the 1600s. The mine will be open to visitors between 12.00 and 17.00. Surface tours
will take place every hour or as needs require. There will be refreshments on offer and a souvenir stall.
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| Time: |
12:00 noon until 5:00pm |
| Place: |
Magpie Mine, near Sheldon. Roadside parking is available and car parking attendants will be at the site to assist and help you enjoy your visit. |
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History Walk
Belper Town |
Tuesday 14th September 2010 |
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| Description:
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Another opportunity for members to enjoy a guided walk around sites of historical interest in Belper.
Kindly led by knowledgeable members of Belper North Mill and Belper local history group.
Optional food and drink at the Riflemans Arms, Belper afterwards. If you missed the chance to do this walk in May
this is to be highly recommended.
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| Leaders: |
Members of Belper North Mill and Belper local history group
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| Meet: |
Belper North Mill car park. |
| Time: |
7:00pm |
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Underground Meet
Matlock Bath |
Wednesday 29th September 2010 |
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| Description:
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Easy grade, dry trip in a Matlock Bath mine. An ideal novice trip, but also of interest for more
experienced mine explorers. Party size limited to eight, plus leader.
Contact Paul Chandler or see newsletter for booking details.
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| Leader: |
Paul Chandler
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| Meet: |
tba |
| Time: |
tba |
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Underground Meet
Mouldridge Mine, Pikehall |
Wednesday 13th October 2010 |
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| Description:
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Easy grade, dry trip. Party size limited to eight, plus leader. An ideal novice trip, but also of
interest for more experienced mine explorers. Mine quite complex and worked on different levels.
Contact Paul Chandler or see newsletter for booking details.
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| Leader: |
Paul Chandler
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| Meet: |
tba |
| Time: |
tba |
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Underground Meet
Great Masson Cavern, Matlock Bath |
Tuesday 26th October 2010 |
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| Description:
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Another Society visit to this ever popular, extensive, part natural part mined complex.
Party size limited to eight, plus leader.
With thanks to the
Heights of Abraham for allowing access to the Masson system via the show cave.
Contact Tony Wood or see newsletter for booking details.
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| Leader: |
Tony Wood
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| Meet: |
tba |
| Time: |
tba |
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Underground Meet
Ashford Black Marble Mine (Rookery Mine) |
Tuesday 9th November 2010 |
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| Description:
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Another opportunity to visit this popular Derbyshire mine which, if you have never visited it, is quite
extensive, easy to explore and totally different from a typical Derbyshire lead mine. Dry apart from puddles. Mostly walking size passages.
Access conditions limit party size to 15 (including leader).
To book your place, contact Tony Wood or see newsletter.
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| Leader: |
Tony Wood
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| Meet: |
tba |
| Time: |
tba |
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