A circular trip at this large lead and zinc mine, so much to see of these very impressive workings….
The trip will take us on an underground circular route of this Nenthead mine walking through multiple flats with some short sections of restricted roof height (crawling). There are sections of shallow water (knee deep) with a constant temperature of around 8 degrees.
It is an ideal trip to attend as a new member or if you are keen on a relatively easy but rewarding day out. There will be a half way break included (bring your sandwiches) and you should expect to be underground for around 3-4 hours.
We will have access to toilets, changing facilities and will arrange hot drinks afterwards as well.
It is imperative you have the following kit when attending this trip:
Mandatory:
Helmet complete with chin strap
Head torch capable of providing at least 8 hours of light
Warm clothing including a boiler suit or under suit and over suit
A waterproof jacket should the weather require it (Nenthead is 1500 foot above sea level)
Steel toe caps/Welly boots/boots with ankle support.
A pair of gloves (Rigger Gloves are ideal)
Knee Pads (Short sections where may wish to use hands and knees)
Food and Water as you will be underground for some time.
A small pack to carry the above in
Optional:
The parking and meeting point for this trip will be at the ‘Smelt Mill’ car park at Nenthead mines, this is reached by going into the main car park at Nenthead Mines (CA9 3NY) then following the track out the back of it along the side of the river until you come to a set of double gates on the right, please enter and park here.
What 3 Words address for parking is: audibly.arching.masses
Please arrive with a view that we will be setting off from the Smelt Mill Car Park/Assay House to the level entrance around 10:00
Any updates to this trip including cancellation due to weather will be posted in the comments below
For further information about Nenthead visit: https://www.nentheadmines.com/
If you have any queries about this trip, please contact Chris Bunker on 07771 983665 chrisbunker@btinternet.com