Coniston Coppermines & Slate Quarries
An illustrated presentation by Mark Hatton
Thursday, 3rd September - 7:30pm
Join Mark from the Cumbria Mining History Trust for the story of the metal and slate extracted from the Coniston Fells. For centuries men, women & children toiled on and inside these fells to make a living from the copper and slate. This is their story and how it shaped the landscape and community.
Doors at 7pm £5 entry - includes tea/coffee on arrival