Magpie Mine

Magpie Mine is a well-preserved disused lead mine near Sheldon, with the engine house and chimney still standing in an open field. Lead was worked here from at least the 17th century, and the walled enclosure of five mines is a protected scheduled monument. It is a good short stop if you are cutting across the limestone plateau between Bakewell and Buxton.

Good to know

• Walk the paths around the site and read the boards
• It sits on a field path, so expect mud after rain
• Pair it with Sheldon village or Monsal Head

Best time

Any dry day

Open

All year

Getting there

Short walk from the lane south of Sheldon

Vehicles

Fine in any car

Dogs

Dogs on a lead

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.