Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Upper Weardale
Cowshill
County Durham
DL13 1AR
Tel: +44 01388 537505
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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Free | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction

Awards
- Visit England
VAQAS 2021
- 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

- Excellent244
- Very Good51
- Average10
- Poor2
- Terrible4
Recent Reviews:
- Tonia GKillhope mining gemSaturday, 26th August 2023My son loves visiting here and I can’t believe more people don’t know about this hidden gem of a place. we couldn’t believe it was still free ( even after covid). The lead mine tour is amazing but we... Read full review
- Adventure61354384534London, United KingdomWell worth a visit.Thursday, 7th September 2023Very interesting and staff were so enthusiastic in passing on their knowledge. They really engaged with the children there too, giving them a great time. Read full review
- Sunshine651282Appalling customer serviceWednesday, 20th September 2023Don't expect a warm welcome from the Duty Officer , she treats customers like they're a bloody nuisance ! Belligerent , unhelpful and downright RUDE !! Don't expect an apology from her bosses... 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
2023 (1 Apr 2023 - 31 Oct 2023) | ||
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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