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An account of the famous Beldi Hill Trial between Lord Pomfret and Thomas Smith over mining and land ownership rights. The trials ran from 1769 - 1772

How the lead industry developed in Swaledale throughout the 18th century, including the bitter disputes between rival companies that resulted in the Beldi Hill trials.

Document detailing how the lead mining industry expanded throughout the 16th & 17th century in Swaledale.

A description of early mining activity in Swaledale before the 16th Century

Document explaining how lead ore came to present in the hills of Swaledale