Mineral Extraction in the Peak District National Park
Key Stage: KS3, GCSE, A level and beyond
Duration: Available as a half day or standard (10:30 – 16:00)
Location: Lafarge Hope Cement Works and Longstone Edge
The mineral extraction industry is one of the biggest global producers of carbon dioxide, and the Peak District has some large quarries within its boundaries. A visit to Hope Valley Cement Works and Longstone Edge, fuel the debate as to whether mineral extraction has a sustainable future in the National Park
To book your Field Trip:
Please contact Gaynor Bowring (01433 620373) our Learning and Discovery Administrator
To discuss your Field Trip:
Please contact Chris Robinson (01433 622013) our Learning and Discovery Officer for Secondary and Tertiary Programmes
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