Slitt Wood geosite
Slitt Wood has a rich industrial past, which is strongly linked to the area’s geology.
Slitt Wood has a rich industrial past, which is strongly linked to the area’s geology.
The headgear of the last North Pennine fluorspar mine can be seen from the road between Rookhope and Allenheads
West Rigg opencut is an old working for iron ore, near Westgate in Weardale.
A 4 mile walk exploring the landscape around St John's Chapel.
A 5 mile walk from Middleton-in-Teesdale up the lovely Hudeshope valley.
A 7.5-14 mile walk from Dufton or Murton to the spectacular High Cup Nick.
A short trail exploring geology around the Cumbrian town of Alston.
The Engine House is a dramatic reminder of a once thriving lead mining community of 170 people.
An interesting and varied 2 mile walk alongside the Rookhope Burn, through Thorny Brow and Brandon Walls mines and up to the fell, where you can enjoy fine views.
An interesting and varied 3.5 mile walk through Whitesike and Bentyfield mines and up onto the fell between the South Tyne and Nent valleys.