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Tinker's Shaft Viewpoint

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    Location: Matlock Town, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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    January 24, 2021

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    Tinker’s Shaft was once the main access point to the Great Masson Cavern, a working lead mine in the 17th Century, here in Matlock Bath. It is now safely capped and has been transformed into a viewing platform with incredible vistas over the Derbyshire Dales. Breathe in the fresh air and imagine what life once was like for those who worked the mines on Masson Hill.

    May 12, 2025

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    Great views at the top from the cave

    January 24, 2021

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    heightsofabraham.com/see-and-do/tinkers-shaft - Official website with further details.

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