Actually, Bernard, I *think* you'll find the mines Bill was asking about
were collieries. Could be wrong but...
On 20 October 2011 14:14, Bernard Moore <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> Dear Bill,
>
> The slate quarries you will know about already. What mines there were, were
> mainly lead (also minor copper and barite), and all mostly defunct by
> 1900. I would suggest contacting (off-List), Tony Oldham and Mike Moore to
> see
> what books they might have on your area. No need to reply to this
> thankyou.
>
> Regards, Bernard
>
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