Science and Local History

Science, Local History and Victorian Britain: Minera Lead Mines

As new mining recruits at Minera, your pupils will meet characters from the past, Find out how the engine worked, why it was needed and what life was really like in the lead mine.

A variety of hands on activities relating to science such as weights, levers & sorting rocks.  Teacher Resource Pack available.

A new programme developed & delivered with Techniquest @ Newi

Dates: April - July 2009, April - July 2010
Venue: Minera Lead Mines
Suitable: KS2

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