Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Museum Overview
The Killhope Lead Mining Museum is located in Cowshill near Bishop Auckland, County Durham. It is a multi-award-winning 19th-century mining museum located in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
You can explore the site and the exhibition halls. You can even accompany one of their guides on a mine tour. The site is home to the UK’s largest collection of Spar boxes. These unique works of art are made of crystals and minerals that have been found by the lead miners while they worked underground.
They recommend that you dress warmly, even in the summer and wellies are recommended for the mine trips. On the mine trips, you will be underground for about 45 minutes and places are limited so arriving early and booking a time slot is advisable. Children can join the mine tours from the age of 4. There is also a playground on-site.
Further Information Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Is there food and drink available?
There is a cafe serving food and drink.
What are the main things to do?
Multi-award-winning 19th-century mining museum with mine tours and exhibitions. There are toilets and a cafe.
What are the ticket prices?
They are free to visit.
Is there parking?
There is free parking.
When are they open?
They are open from early April until late October. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.
Dog friendly?
Dogs are welcome on a lead. They are not permitted in the play area, cafe or underground.
Are they accessible?
