The remains of leadmines are to be seen all around Arkengarthdale. The Romans were the early miners. The last mine in the dale closing around 1912.
For further information about the mines several books on the subject are available for sale at The Red Lion along with a large selection of maps and books on walks and places of interest in the dales.
The Chimney, Old Gang
Old Gang Mines, showing the chimney.
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