Peak District Mining Experience, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire

Details

Accessibility:

The Museum is sited on 2 levels; the ground floor is fully accessible; there is a stair lift to access the first floor and a wheelchair on the first floor

Dogs are welcome.

Brief description:

The Peak District Lead Mining Museum is housed within the Edwardian Grand Pavilion building, which was built for tourists in 1910. A plethora of rock and mineral specimens from around the world are exhibited in the museum along with numerous artifacts from the lead industry. Visitors can experience the harsh life of a Derbyshire leadminer through interactive exhibits and tunnels.

Address: The Grand Pavilion, South Parade, Matlock Bath DE4 3NR

Email: mail@peakmines.co.uk

Phone: 01629 583834

Website: peakdistrictleadminingmuseum.co.uk

Directions: OS Grid Reference: SK294583

On the A6 from either Matlock or Cromford

Car Park adjacent to Museum - 2hr pay & display

1 long stay Car Park in the village - by the Train station

Opening Times: 

Spring: 1st - 31st March Weekends only

Summer: 1st April - 2nd September 10am - 5pm every day

Autumn: 3rd September - 31st October 11am - 4pm every day

Transport:

For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info/ or call 0871 200 22 33

No. 6.1 or 140/141 Bus from Matlock, bus stop outside Museum

Train station in the village, to and from Nottingham/Derby - about 10mins walk on the flat

Amenities:

A cafe serving food and drink is adjoining the Mining Museum, with toilet facilities.

Inside the Reception area of the Museum is a small shop selling books.

Matlock Bath has a wide variety of refreshment venues and toilet facilities (a small fee)