No matter how many times you visit the Peak District, there’s always more to be discovered. With a diverse landscape ranging from wild moorland in the north to grassy dales in the south, it’s not surprising that this National Park is packed full of beauty spots and intriguing places.
Although today it’s known for its unspoilt countryside, it was once a place full of pockets of industrial activity. You can even see relics of its mining past if you know where to look.
Located a couple of miles south-west of Ashford in the Water is Magpie Mine, one of the UK’s best preserved 19th century lead mines. Hidden in the fields, there aren’t many signs to the mine and there isn't a visitor centre, but it’s a stunning location with a dark past.
