The National Association
of Mining History Organisations
We were formed in 1979 to act as the national body for mining history in the United Kingdom. There are now over 70 member organisations, including societies, museums, firms, etc. and membership now extends to Ireland. On this site, you will find out more about NAMHO, its aims, its members and its contribution to the mining heritage.
Front page news
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Forgotten State of Industry - Irish Industrial Landscapes in a Global Context
18/19 October 2013
Jun 14, 2013, 17:41
Featuring a presentation keynote speech by leading industrial archaeologist, Professor Marilyn Palmer, this exciting two day international conference brings together an exceptional group of speakers f ...
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International Mining History Conference, Queensland, 2014
Jun 03, 2013, 14:33
The web-site for the International Mining History Congress 2014 in Charters Towers, Australia, is NOW up and running. As yet it is fairly basic but keep checking for updates. The link is: http://www. ...
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King Edward Mine gets Engineering Heritage Award
May 27, 2013, 15:31
The Mill (tin concentration plant) at King Edward Mine (KEM) has been recognised by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers by being granted their prestigious Engineering Heritage Award.
For those ...
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Cambrian Mines Trust acquires Cwmystwyth Mines site
May 23, 2013, 18:36
In March 2012 Cambrian Mines Trust was registered as a private company limited by guarantee with no share capital and Objects of Association drawn in compliance with Charity Commission guidelines for ...
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NAMHO Bibliography now on-line
Apr 19, 2013, 15:35
A bibliography of mining-related articles, books and theses has now been made available from the Research page on this site. The bibliography contains nearly 8000 items and can be sorted or searched ...
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Research Framework - Phase 2
The Research Framework is reaching the final part of the first two phases and Phase 2 will
culminate in a one day conference. This had been
planned for May 2013 but pressure of work means that it has
been postponed - check 'news' item for further information.
You are encouraged to read through the various Resource Assessments before they are
finalised and published.
Comments please to Peter Claughton
or Phil Newman
For more information click here
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A Research Framework for the Archaeology
of the Extractive Industries in England
A two year project assessing current knowledge and planning for
future research which needs your help
- Do you have an interest in mining and quarrying - metals, coal or stone
- Can you tell us what archaeological investigation has been
carried out on mines and quarries in your area
- Discuss your ideas on what needs to be done to
advance our knowledge of mining and quarrying
For more information click here
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Direct link to NAMHO Conference site
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