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Honister Slate Mine England’s Last Working Slate Mine - Crafting Premium Green Slate from the Heart of the Lake District fells | Made in Britain 🇬🇧 | Shop Online or Visit the Mine

15/10/2026

From the heart of the Lake District, Honister Green Slate represents centuries of traditional craftsmanship and exceptional quality. From the depths of the mine to the skilled hands in our workshops, every stage reflects the precision and care behind this remarkable natural stone. From prestigious roofing projects to luxury garden landscaping and bespoke architectural features, a timeless product crafted to stand the test of time.

A piece of the Lake District in London. Honister slate features on many buildings in the city. Can you guess the name an...
12/10/2026

A piece of the Lake District in London. Honister slate features on many buildings in the city. Can you guess the name and location of this one?

07/10/2026

Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, The Ritz... just some of the buildings covered by Honister’s roofing slate. Each tile handmade still,using a process dating back hundreds of years.

A product truly built to the test of time.

Sculptures at Honister. Crafted by our own in-house sculptor.Made to be enjoyed for centuries.
28/09/2026

Sculptures at Honister.

Crafted by our own in-house sculptor.
Made to be enjoyed for centuries.

Where is Honister Slate Mine? Hidden in the heart of the Lake District, Honister Mine has a truly unique location situat...
21/09/2026

Where is Honister Slate Mine? Hidden in the heart of the Lake District, Honister Mine has a truly unique location situated high between Borrowdale and Buttermere. Surrounded by arguable the most dramatic landscape in the Lake District.

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18/09/2026

From aggregates to memorials, walling to bespoke interiors. Honister slate is crafted for countless purposes, but every piece shares the same thing: unbeatable slate, exceptional craftsmanship.

15/09/2026

Honister Aggregates - Bulk prices available on enquiry

450 million years in the making.A striking Honister Green benchtop, transformed from a raw block into a beautifully fini...
15/09/2026

450 million years in the making.
A striking Honister Green benchtop, transformed from a raw block into a beautifully finished piece.

Featuring a remarkable volcanic ash formation, each slab tells its own story brought to life through craftsmanship.

12/09/2026

A recent art work commission - Buttermere reflections, captured in Honister Slate.

From the first hand drawn lines to the careful carving of every detail, this bespoke piece brings one of the Lake District’s most recognisable landscapes to life.

Handmade at Honister using our own Westmorland Green Slate, mined from deep within the surrounding fells.

A unique piece of craftsmanship, shaped by hand and made from the very landscape it represents.

Green slate is making its way into the heart of interiors, with good reason. Rich in natural variation, texture and dept...
10/09/2026

Green slate is making its way into the heart of interiors, with good reason.

Rich in natural variation, texture and depth, this beautiful Slate is a perfect example of how natural materials can bring warmth and character to a space as part of a timeless design.

A stunning green slate worktop, crafted by us for interior designer Pippa Paton Design.

Address

Honister Pass
Keswick
CA125XN

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+441768777230

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