Honister Green Slate Shop

Type:Shop - Specialist

Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XN

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Tel017687 77230

About

Beautiful natural slate products from England's last working mine. Forces of nature formed this rugged corner of the lake district over 450 million years ago – its legacy today is honister green slate. With quality unique and bespoke gifts that last a lifetime, we have something for everyone, gifts that will be truly treasured, perfect for those people who are hard to buy for.

A superb selection of housewares, accessories and custom designed gifts, all made from this most beautiful of natural products. Slate has been mined here at Honister Slate Mine for centuries…from occupying Romans to ancient Monks and Victorian pioneers. Working 11 miles of underground tunnels, we preserve an expertise and appreciation for Honister Green Slate, using ancient techniques to make truly unique contemporary products.

Visit our online shop to browse and order from our range of products and gifts.

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Opening Times

* On bank hols open from 09.00. Phone during winter months. During Christmas holidays please phone as we do open.

Facilities

Accessibility

Disabled access
Disabled toilets

Booking & Payment Details

Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Catering

On-site light refreshments
Picnic site

Children

Children welcome
Pushchairs available

Groups

Facilities for educational visits
Facilities for groups

Property Facilities

Dogs Accepted
Gift shop
Public toilets

Site Features

Regional Tourist Board Member

Target Markets

Accepts groups
Coach parties accepted

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Map & Directions

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Road Directions

Take A66 to Keswick. Arriving in Keswick drive on the B5289 signposted Borrowdale valley and Rosthwaite. Drive on this road for approximately 10 miles. Honister Slate Mine is situated at the top of the pass on the left.Accessible by Public Transport: Penrith station is 26 miles away.

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