Holme Park Quarry, Burton-in-Kendal - Cumbria UK
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martlakes
N 54° 12.201 W 002° 43.389
30U E 518058 N 6006182
A large limestone quarry run by Aggregate Industries Ltd, part of an international quarrying company. The quarry is within an area of uplifted limestone east of the M6, parts of which are nature reserves and SSSIs.
Waymark Code: WM3KA7
Location: North West England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 04/15/2008
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Aggregate Industries operates businesses within the UK, Channel Islands and northern Europe under three divisions; Aggregate Products UK, Building Materials and Cementitious Materials. The company is a leading supplier of aggregates and construction and building materials. It has over 70 aggregate operations across the UK, comprising crushed rock, sand and gravel and secondary aggregate quarries. The operation at Holme Park is primarily producing crushed rock.
The area adjacent to the quarry is excellent for walking and has some unique wildlife habitats resulting from the limestone pavement and crags. Quite a lot of work has taken place with the quarry and the local community to improve the area both for people and wildlife.
Type of Stone/Ore mined: Crushed limestone for construction
Associated Web Site: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Please give the date and short account of your visit to the quarry. Additional photos are welcomed, but not required.