Rotherhope Fell Mine - Blackburn Level

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The photograph on this page of Rotherhope Fell Mine - Blackburn Level by John Gibson as part of the Geograph project.

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Rotherhope Fell Mine - Blackburn Level

Image: © John Gibson Taken: Unknown

This is the entrance to what became the main access level to the Rotherhope (also Rodderup) Fell Mine. It was named after the Black Burn, which flows behind the photographer's position. The buildings either side of the stone-arched level portal include the blacksmith's shop, office and stores.

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