Snailbeach Lead Mine

Great for families. Young and old.

A knowledgeable guide explained everything in great detail, which is great when you know nothing about mining. The buildings above ground are equally as interesting and well presented.

An opportunity to go down a mine

Great industrial archaeology site - numerous buildings to visit, but best of all is a trip into the lead mine, guided by one of the very knowledgable and enthusiastic volunteers. There's a good inform...

Fascinating attraction.

Wonderful guided tours into the Perkins (Roberts) Level and Day Level lead mines. Wellies and jumper essential as it can be very wet under foot and there’s a cold draft. Guides very knowledgable. Bo...

Fantastic. Must see.

Fantastic hidden gem. A definite must visit. Loads to explore and wander about. Really well looked after for a free heritage attraction. The visitors centre isn’t always open as it’s run by voluntee...

Interesting afternoon at the mines

Really impressed by this site. Whilst we visited mid week and the actual mine is only open on Sundays or Bank hols (it is run by volunteers so no criticism there) there was plenty to see above ground....