Magpie Mine - a curse and fantastic wildflowers! - Sunday 1 June
Magpie Mine - a curse and fantastic wildflowers! - Sunday 1 June
4 miles
Magpie Mine is one of the best preserved lead mines in the Peak District and the location of a curse! We start with a short walk around the village of Sheldon with a look at the history of the village. We will then walk across the fields to the old mine. The return will focus on the beautiful wild flowers around the mine, some of which are specialists to heavy metal spoil heaps.
Event Grade: Easy - short walk on paths that may rough and uneven.
Extra Items: Please bring waterproofs, food and drink and sun protection.
Event Terrain: Old field tracks and paths, the walk will be at leisurely pace.
Start: 10.30am Finish: 4:00pm
Meeting Point: Sheldon Village Green, outside the Cock and Pullet Pub.
Grid Reference: SK1752 6875 Post Code: DE45 1QS What3Words: official.bumping.unicorns
Parking: No car park, please park responsibly in the village.
Dogs: Dogs on leads allowed. Dogs need to be on a lead at all times.
Cost: £10 per person aged 18 and above. Children aged 17 and below go free.
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