Honister Slate Mine
Honister Slate Mine is a garden, park & outdoor in Cumbria, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Adult £20 · Child £12 · Family £60 Official site: 1.5-hour underground mine tours from £25 per person (arrive 30 minutes early to get kitted up); under-16s must be with an adult. Via ferrata and other adventures also available. Honister Pass, Borrowdale CA12 5XN. Family figures are estimates. |
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| Best time to go | Book tours ahead; underground is the same in any weather. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. |
| Best ages | All ages Mine tours for all ages with an adult. |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Ample on-site parking. |
| Food | Café on site (fully accessible). |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Mine tours and via ferrata on Honister Pass; age limits apply to some activities. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source
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