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lead mining history. researching Craig from stanhope area.
« on: Tuesday 18 September 18 15:03 BST (UK) »
I'm tracking my Craig line of ancestors. lead miners living in Pinfold House, Stanhope. 1800's.
(must try to find Pinfold House !! ) 
Can you suggest a source of lead mining info anyone? thanks.

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Re: lead mining history. researching Craig from stanhope area.
« Reply #1 on: Tuesday 18 September 18 15:16 BST (UK) »
I went to a lead mine via the Heights of Abraham at Matlock Bath years ago don't know if that's still the case, very interesting. I have found this

http://www.peakdistrictleadminingmuseum.co.uk/
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Re: lead mining history. researching Craig from stanhope area.
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Re: lead mining history. researching Craig from stanhope area.
« Reply #4 on: Tuesday 18 September 18 16:33 BST (UK) »
I have a few Lead Mining Ancestors in that area but no Craig names. Stay away from that occupation. Those who worked in the lead mines did not live for very long.

http://www.killhope.org.uk/

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Re: lead mining history. researching Craig from stanhope area.
« Reply #5 on: Tuesday 18 September 18 20:03 BST (UK) »
Try “The Shropshire Mines Trust”,the biggest lead mine in the country was at a tiny hamlet called Snailbeach.
There are a lot of buildings in some disrepair  but the site is quite compact and amid some of the loveliest countryside well worth a visit
My G.Grandfather was a shot blaster therein the 1800’s.

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Re: lead mining history. researching Craig from stanhope area.
« Reply #6 on: Wednesday 19 September 18 09:56 BST (UK) »
Huge thanks to those who have replied to my query.
What a gem to have Been given access to old maps that show the location of the Pinfold House that I was looking for!
Also to remind me of the Kilhope mining museum just down the road!
I'm planning a visit right now!
Thanks again. Dave
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