Dirtlow Rake 'open works'

The photograph is of 'open works' along the Dirtlow Rake mineral vein, between Pin Dale and Cavedale, near Castleton. The vertical slot is where lead miners have removed the vein, from medieval times onwards. Later workings took place underground and there are many old shafts along the length of the vein.

The view is eastwards along the vein. The small 'bump' on the skyline is Win Hill. The village of Hope lies hidden beyond the green fields in the middle distance.