# Killhope Lead Mining Museum, Bishop Auckland — Reviews & Visitor Info > Discover the fascinating world of Victorian lead mining in Upper Weardale, where families can explore underground workings and historic machinery with onsite dining and facilities available. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/bishop-auckland/attractions/killhope-lead-mining-museum (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Campground 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Killhope Lead Mining Museum Near Cowshill, Upper Weardale [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5136772735345654727&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Killhope Lead Mining Museum](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/104170384106608403787) **In short:** Killhope Lead Mining Museum is a campsite in Bishop Auckland, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 564 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Killhope Lead Mining Museum Discover the fascinating world of Victorian lead mining in Upper Weardale, where families can explore underground workings and historic machinery with onsite dining and facilities available. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel. ## Photos Photos via Google ## What visitors say [gemma Davies](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109990294229279877839/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely spacious pod with everything you could possibly need. Very clean, loved the layout and the bed was so comfortable! The views are lovely! we even saw some horses in the field close by. The onsite cafe served amazing food and the staff were so friendly. We loved our stay. We will definitely be back. · via Google [Kaye Parker](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105220654780902414823/reviews) ★★★★★ It was an amazing stay here, the lodge was immaculate, fresh towels, all kitchen utensils available, oven, microwave, hobs, TV in the sitting area and bedroom with multiple choices for seating. The bed was really comfortable and the room was nice and warm. Good pressure on the shower. Free WiFi with a good signal to stream shows and movies. Not much space around the bed but plenty underneath it for storage and shelving to the side. Curtains to cover the full length of the entrance for some added privacy. It was a very quiet stay, can hear some traffic from the main road but nothing loud or too noticeable. Didn't get chance to visit the café as we had plans for the day, but will most likely be going again in the future. · via Google [Janusz Parylo](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110047945543952357844/reviews) ★★★★★ This is the second time we have stayed at Country Glamping. The experience was great last year and this year we were not disappointed. The online booking service is good and responsive. The Check-in procedure is simple and quick. The site location is great, but it does get very gusty on that location on a windy day, but the views are great. The best part though is the quality , comfort and cleanliness of the accommodation. We had a great nights sleep on the comfy bed after a long motorway drive. · via Google [Frances Leadill](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105606307367456331943/reviews) ★★★★★ Though only for 1 night our stay was perfect for our needs. In a beautiful area, amazing view, pods were comfortable and sufficiently equipped and catering facilities so close by. Lovely site. We also made a visit to the 68 Cafe on site which had good food, good staff and again perfect for our needs. Made breakfast prep for 11 people in our family a breeze!!👌 · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487db35d115adfa1:0x38094ead4b5df5b6!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Cowshill, Bishop Auckland, DL13 1AR [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.7827490%2C-2.2725582) **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (564 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 0-12 **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Bishop Auckland [More attractions in Bishop Auckland](https://staycation.co.uk/bishop-auckland/attractions) ★ 4.7 (564 reviews) [Visit official website](http://www.killhope.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0300 026 0253](tel:03000260253) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Bishop Auckland **Postcode** DL13 1AR **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C6WM62J+83 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487db35d115adfa1:0x38094ead4b5df5b6!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487db35d115adfa1:0x38094ead4b5df5b6!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487db35d115adfa1:0x38094ead4b5df5b6!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Bishop Auckland Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Yes: free car park. ### How do I contact Killhope Lead Mining Museum? 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