Geography / Geology
- Pennine Village - Key Stage 2&3 - Outreach
This is a programme of activities developed to support the investigation of local history relating to silver and lead mining on Alston Moor, Cumbria and, in particular, the community of the village of Nenthead, providing the opportunity to make a comparative study of the village of Nenthead – how it grew and changed over the years. [Download PDF worksheet 485kb] - Rocks 'ROCK' - Key Stage 2&3 - Outreach
Currently under development, please contact us for information. - Rock Safari - Key Stage 2&3 - Nenthead
Search for examples of different minerals, crystals and metal ores washed down from our 18th century spoil heaps. Use sorting and branching database techniques to identify finds. [Download PDF worksheet 323kb] - Underground Overground - Key Stage 2&3 - Nenthead
Visit Nenthead Mines and learn what life was like for the miners and their families. Learn about the Power of Water with our large interactive display and pan for minerals taking home your finds. [Download PDF worksheet 318kb]
