Peak District Mines Historical Society
Peak District Mines Historical Society
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General information
Company Overview
Peak District Mines Historical Society are dedicated to preserving old and disused mines – an important part of the United Kingdoms industrial history. Formed in 1959 by geologists who worked at Sheffield University, the society has a museum where they display many artifacts. The society owns the lease on the surface of Magpie Mine, and also has a field centre for use by it’s members.
Other historical mines that the society is currently working on to preserve are;
- Silence Mine – The society is researching, documenting preserving and managing this historical site.
- High Rake – Finished in 2008 – this old mining site now has information panels to inform visitors of it’s history.
If you are interested in finding out some more information about the society, contact Peak District Mines Historical Society and get some more details.
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Peak District Mines Historical Society
The Pavilion, South Parade Matlock Bath
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