In 2003 the North Pennines AONB became the first area in Britain to be awarded the UNESCO-endorsed status of European Geopark. Geoparks are places with outstanding geology where special effort is made to make the most of Earth heritage through interpretation, education, conservation and nature-based tourism. Specimens of Weardale crystals can be found in natural history museum in all parts of the world.
Where can you see collections ?
Locally fine collections of Weardale minerals can be viewed at Killhope North of England Lead Mining Museum, where you can also take an underground mine tour, and at the Weardale Museum, Ireshopeburn.
Where can you see specimens ?
Look in the Durham Dales Centre for leaflets about Ashes Limestone Quarry, The Whin Sill, Frosterley Marble and The Fossil Tree.
Web links with more information;
Harehope Quarry
01388 528599
Killhope Museum
01388 537505
Weardale Museum
01388 517433Â
