Killhope Lead Mining Museum

The Killhope Lead Mining Museum is a unique and fascinating museum located in the heart of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history of lead mining in the region and offers visitors the opportunity to step back in time and experience the life of a lead miner in the 19th century. Visitors can explore the underground tunnels of the mine, see the mining equipment and tools used by the miners, and learn about the mining process and the difficult and dangerous conditions they faced. The museum also has interactive exhibits that allow visitors to experience the mining process for themselves, including panning for lead ore and taking a ride on the underground mine train. There are also hands-on activities for children, such as dressing up as a miner and taking a quiz about lead mining