So we can learn about how slate is mined, how the miners lived in days gone by and something
of the geology of Fleetwith Pike. At the same
time we can worship God through prayer, readings, and praise, experience the difference that a small light makes to total darkness.
Mining for God This unique experience is available to you courtesy of Honister Slate Mine and the For over 300 years slate Methodist Church in Keswick. They have
has been mined at the worked together to make this opportunity to
top of Honister Pass, experience God in Creation during the Keswick Group Age between Borrowdale Convention. and Buttermere, in the heart of the Lake It is a unique opportunity which is only available District. From here there are wonderful views on Fridays 21 July, 28 July and 4 August at 2pm. of a beautiful part of God’s creation. Today the The tours will be led by Tori Jones, a mine guide Honister Slate Mine is still working deep inside and Methodist Local Preacher in training, Fleetwith Pike producing the world famous
supported by Rev David Hasson. Tel: ………………………………….. Tel: Westmorland Green Slate. It has also Surname:……………..…………………………
diversified into tourist activities with various Costs
adventure activities and mine tours. Adult (16yrs+) - £12.00
Children (3yrs – 16yrs) - £7.00
That’s where Mining for God comes in, a mine Children (under 3yrs) – Free
tour with a difference. The beauty of God’s Surname creation is all around us there. The miner’s life Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first reminds us of the come first served basis. difficulties which many families face, Further information can be had from and we will go from
Tori Jones Tel: 01697 323191 daylight to absolute Email: [email protected] darkness as we
Or …………………………………………. progress into the tunnels. There are not just David Hasson Tel: 017687 75818
tunnels but large caverns with excellent
Email: [email protected] Name First
……………………………………………………………………………………….. Address: Postcode:………………………… Email: of if paper sheet people of separate a in list necessary group. your names Use other Please acoustics which lend themselves to a good sing. Name:…………………………. First
Please Note:- The Lake District can be wet so it is advisable to
Bank: HSBCBank: Keswick have wet weather clothing. Underground can be cool so your clothing needs Mining for God
to be warm. Ifmake paying Methodist by Church Keswick to payable cheque please
Please Please The ground can be rough so strong footwear
Ifaccount paying our bank to direct with a good grip is required.
Pleasecircle date TotalPayable = ……….. ……….
……… andu
seyoursurname and the as postcode reference please. Please complete the application form and send
Adults @ £12 = £12 @ Adults U16’s= £7 @
U3’s to:-
Sort Code 40.26.06 Sort
David Hasson
youparticipate 4 28 to 21 wish 149 Windebrowe Avenue
Keswick CA12 4JB
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 017687 75818
£………….. £………….. £…………...
by BACS our details BACSare: our by
We would advise checking with David that
there are spaces for you before sending in your
form and paying your fees.
Account number 40498459number Account Honister Slate Mine
- 2pm
Friday 21 July
Friday 28 July
Friday 4 August