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Durham's Royal Connections
Killhope Lead Mining Museum
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Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Upper Weardale
Cowshill
County Durham
DL13 1AR
Upper Weardale
Cowshill
County Durham
DL13 1AR
Tel: +44 01388 537505
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction
Awards
- Visit England
VAQAS 2019 - Green Awards
Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold 2017 - Visit England Code of Practice 2017
- Visit England
Visitengland Hidden Gem 2016 - Visit England
Best Told Story 2021
TripAdvisor
- Excellent219
- Very Good46
- Average8
- Poor2
- Terrible3
Recent Reviews:
- Alison ALeicester, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyLiving history at it's best!!!!
Thursday, 21st October 2021Absolutely brilliant…,,loved every minute. Unfortunately the lead mine wasn’t open due to flooding but this didn’t spoil our time here. It far exceeded our expectations. The two staff that took us... Read full review - 371NigelLLincoln, United KingdomWell worth a visitTuesday, 26th October 2021Excellent visit. Unfortunately the mine itself was inaccessible due to flooding but the rest was really interesting, well laid out and the staff were very friendly and knowledgable. Well worth a visit Read full review
- ArchAd26Barton-upon-Humber, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesFabulous mine experienceSaturday, 30th April 2022Saturday afternoon at Killhope - it was quiet, with lots of people finishing up their tours when we arrived at 2pm. Booked on a 3pm mine tour and it ended up being the two of us and two guides raking... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Group Travel
- Out of Hours Visits
Parking & Transport
- Parking (free)
Provider Facilities
- Dogs Accepted - On a lead.
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2022 (1 Apr 2022 - 31 Oct 2022) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:30 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:30 | - 16:30 |
* Cafe 10am - 4pm
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A69. Take the A689 road, Killhope is situated between Alston and Stanhope.
Public Transport Directions
Traveline 0871 200 22 33 for general transport information. Weardale Motor Services run a regular bus service through Weardale. Normally this terminates at Cowshill, 2.5 miles east of Killhope, but certain summer services will run to Killhope by request. Please contact Weardale Motor Services for details and booking tel: 01388 528235 for details. If you arrive by this bus we'll give you a 10% 'Green Discount' on your entry fee! If you come on your bike you'll get a 10% 'Green admission discount' Look out for the roof of england Sunday bus through out the summer 2013 season
Highlights...
Killhope Lead Mining Museum Cafe and Shop, CowshillThe café offers a wonderful menu with a choice of home-made soups, sandwiches, scones, cakes and lots more. Ingredients are organic or locally sourced where possible.
