MOUNTAINEER Sir Chris Bonington was among
a select group given a sneak preview of a new underground climbing experience inside
a Lake District mountain.
The subterranean Climb the Mine experience
at Honister Slate Mine has vertical climbs and rope-bridge crossings deep
inside the 2,126ft 'Fleetwith Pike'.
Open seven days a week, the
all-weather, guided climb follows the route of the original underground mine
workings. Each Climb the Mine adventure for groups of up to 12 lasts around 90
minutes.
Sir Chris said: ‘Climb the Mine is
absolutely fabulous! The beauty of it is that it really doesn't matter how old
you are or what previous climbing experience you have. Today, the youngest
taking part was 12 years old, while I'm nearly 80. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed
it.’
Climb the Mine is suitable for anyone
aged 10 years+ with good levels of fitness and a healthy sense of adventure.
Experienced climbers keep a watchful eye on participants at all times. Visitors
wear helmets and safety harnesses, and are given safety instructions.
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