196 S Parade, Matlock Bath, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3NR
Peak District Mining Museum
Museum & collection
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5.6
Wildland
1–2 hours
Time
Paid
Cost
Atmospheric
Feel
Why it's Wildland
5.6Derbyshire’s lead-mining story is brought underground: explore interactive museum displays, then, where available, enter Temple Mine to get a sense of the conditions miners faced.
This is a hands-on way into the Peak District’s lead-mining heritage, with mock shafts and a real mine visit described in the supplied visitor information. Its appeal is strongest for the contrast between the museum displays and the experience underground; check seasonal opening and tour availability before travelling.
Atmospheric · Quirky
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The experience
Allow around 2–3 hours according to the supplied visitor information. Explore the museum displays and mock workings; if the mine tour is running, check availability and reserve or call ahead. Opening details in the supplied sources differ, so verify before setting out.
Things to do
Explore the mining exhibits
Use the interactive exhibits and moving models to explore the local lead-mining story.
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See the mock tunnels and shafts
The supplied visitor information describes mock tunnels and shafts to climb. Confirm which features are accessible during your visit.
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Ask about the Temple Mine tour
The visitor information describes a guided visit to Temple Mine. Tour availability can be limited, so call ahead using the supplied phone number.
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Check whether gold panning is available
Gold panning is mentioned in the supplied visitor information; check whether it is offered on the date of your visit.
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Make a day of it
Quick escape · Allow around 1–2 hours; confirm the visit length and current opening before travelling.
Museum highlights
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Check current opening arrangements before setting off.
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Explore the interactive exhibits and moving models described in the visitor information.
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See the mock tunnels and shafts; check on arrival what is open to visitors.
Half day · The supplied visitor information gives 2–3 hours for a visit; confirm tour availability and timing.
Add the underground mine visit
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Check current opening dates and contact the museum about tour availability.
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Visit the museum displays and mock workings.
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If operating and available, join the Temple Mine tour described in the visitor information.
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Gold panning is also mentioned in the supplied information; confirm whether it is available on your visit.
Verified history
The supplied visitor information presents the museum as a place to learn about Derbyshire lead mining from Roman times to the present. Its exhibits include moving models and mock mine workings; it also describes a visit to Temple Mine. No more detailed dates or site-specific historical claims are established by the supplied research.
Hidden details
The mine tour is a separate thing to check — The supplied visitor information says mine tours can fill up quickly and recommends calling ahead. Confirm the tour is operating and available before travelling.
When to go
· Check opening arrangements before planning a visit; no best time of day is established by the supplied sources.
The supplied visitor information describes seasonal opening periods, but the sources do not establish a preferred season. Confirm current dates directly before travelling.
Check conditions and opening arrangements before travelling; no specific weather guidance is established by the supplied sources.
What to look for
Look for the interactive mining displays, mock tunnels and shafts, and moving models described by the supplied visitor information. A Temple Mine tour and gold panning are also described, but availability should be confirmed before visiting.
The story
Derbyshire lead mining
Best time to go
Check current opening dates before visiting; the supplied visitor information describes seasonal and weekend opening.
Check the museum’s current opening information before travelling. The supplied visitor information describes seasonal weekend and school-holiday opening and advises calling ahead for mine tours.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Families · Young children · History lovers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 11am-4pm
- Tuesday: 11am-4pm
- Wednesday: 11am-4pm
- Thursday: 11am-4pm
- Friday: 11am-4pm
- Saturday: 11am-4pm
- Sunday: 11am-4pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
A museum and mine-tour attraction with paid admission. The supplied source describes interactive exhibits, mock mine workings and a visit to Temple Mine. Check current opening arrangements and book or call ahead for mine tours.
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Parking
The source listing reports free street parking and paid parking options; confirm availability and charges locally. The map pin is for the main place, not an entrance or parking point.
Toilets
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Food & drink
The supplied source reports no restaurant. Check nearby options before visiting.
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The supplied listing reports a wheelchair-accessible entrance and car park. It does not establish accessibility within the museum or mine tour; check directly before visiting.
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Cost
Paid
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Around Peak District Mining Museum
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
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