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Yarnbury Lead Mines

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Lakeside, Valley, Moorland

Walking, Photography, Picnicking

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Gordon Hatton via Geograph.org.uk

Rusted iron machinery and old stone chimneys break the barren horizon of Grassington Moor where nineteenth-century workers once endured brutal conditions to extract rich veins of lead ore. Industrial operations left a heavy mark on this upland landscape, creating massive spoil heaps, deep vertical ...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

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Staycations:

6 day, 3 overnight

Harewell Wood Cabin

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Yarnbury Lead Mines?
Grassington Moor hosts these old industrial remains high up in the Yorkshire Dales. Walkers usually head onto the uplands from the nearby village to trace the old paths.

What type of place is Yarnbury Lead Mines?
Yarnbury Lead Mines is an historic industrial site on the open moorland of North Yorkshire.

When is the best time to visit Yarnbury Lead Mines?
Spring to autumn brings the most reliable weather for trekking across the open heather. Clear mornings during these months show off the sweeping valley views perfectly.

What can you do at Yarnbury Lead Mines?
Hiking along the gravel trails lets you explore the old stone chimneys, spoil heaps, and industrial ruins safely. Photography enthusiasts also capture wonderful atmospheric frames of the derelict buildings against the wide northern sky.

How long should I spend at Yarnbury Lead Mines?
Allowing roughly two hours gives you ample time to walk the signposted trail and read the history boards. Serious walkers often stay longer to combine the site with a proper loop over the wider moor.

Where do I park at Yarnbury Lead Mines?
Spaces for nine vehicles exist close by, providing six day and three overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Yarnbury Lead Mines?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Yarnbury Lead Mines, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Yarnbury Lead Mines?
Harewell Wood Cabin provides a place to stay in the local area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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