Land of Iron
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About
Discover a brand-new state of the art attraction celebrating North Yorkshire’s famous Land of Iron. Standing on the site of the first ironstone mine in Cleveland, Land of Iron allows you to get up close and explore a rich and fascinating history. This hands-on journey takes you back 150 years to a time of industrial revolution when the area and its people supplied over a third of the worlds Iron and Steel. An all new-for-2023 exhibition Journey back to a different time with the aid of photographs, mementos and objects that tell a fascinating story of the life and work of the miners and their families. The interactive exhibition is designed with every age in mind.
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes