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Nenthead Mines / Mining

  • Glow in the Dark - Key Stage 1 - Nenthead
    Observe and experience light and darkness inside a Victorian Lead Mine. Find out what life was like before electricity and take part in a creative ‘Glow in the Dark’ workshop. [Download PDF worksheet 340kb]
  • Meet a Miner - Key Stage 1 - Outreach
    Come face to face with a Victorian Lead Miner from the North Pennines.             Examine his clothes, his tools and learn about his way of life.
    [Download PDF worksheet 288kb]
  • 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]
  • Virtual History (1750-1900) - Key Stage 3 - Nenthead / Outreach
    Visit Nenthead Mines and Heritage Centre and use all of our resources to further research a related topic within your own classroom, supported by our Virtual Learning Environment. [Download PDF worksheet 727kb]

 

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