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Beldi Hill Lead Mines Guided Walk

  • Keld Resource Centre Keld Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL11 6LJ (map)

Guided walk through the rich mining landscape of Upper Swaledale, visiting the Old Field Hush, Crackpot Hall and Swinnergill mines, and the fantastically well-preserved Low Plate dressing floor complex. The walk will include an overview of the history of lead mining in Swaledale, the mining process and details of the 1770 Pomfret/Parkes mining dispute.

Please bring a packed lunch

Rating: Moderate

Distance: 4 miles

Earlier Event: 21 August
Kisdon Circular Guided Walk
Later Event: 7 November
Lichens of Upper Swaledale Guided Walk