Blue John mine

GPTKB entity

Statements (92)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:mine
gptkbp:accessibility public access
guided tours available
gptkbp:associated_with local folklore
gptkbp:climate cool and damp
gptkbp:climate_impact microclimate effects
gptkbp:closed 2000s
yes
gptkbp:color purple and yellow
gptkbp:community_events annual festivals
host local events
gptkbp:community_impact job creation
supports local businesses
gptkbp:community_involvement volunteer programs
local community engaged in preservation
gptkbp:conservation_efforts in place to protect site
gptkbp:coordinates 53.3350° N, 1.6100° W
gptkbp:crafting_system gptkb:sculptures
used in jewelry
gptkbp:cultural_events heritage days
gptkbp:cultural_heritage protected site
gptkbp:cultural_significance part of local heritage
regional identity
gptkbp:current_status inactive
gptkbp:depth approximately 200 meters
approximately 100 meters
gptkbp:developed_by underground mining
gptkbp:discovered_by gptkb:18th_century
late 18th century
gptkbp:discovery traditional methods used
hand mining
gptkbp:discovery_year 1760
gptkbp:educational_programs school visits
available for schools
gptkbp:environmental_concerns compliance with regulations
gptkbp:environmental_impact mining activities
gptkbp:exhibition local galleries
local museum
featuring Blue John stone
gptkbp:exhibits mineral specimens
gptkbp:extraction_period varied over the years
gptkbp:famous_for unique mineral
unique blue and yellow banded stone
gptkbp:fossil_record yes
gptkbp:future_plans potential reopening discussed
gptkbp:geological_features gptkb:cave
unique formations
gptkbp:historical_records archival documents
gptkbp:historical_significance source of Blue John mineral
important source of Blue John stone
gptkbp:historical_tours guided experiences
gptkbp:historical_use decorative stone
jewelry and ornaments
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Blue John mine
gptkbp:is_explored_in historical explorations conducted
gptkbp:land_ownership private
privately owned
gptkbp:local_art craft fairs
local craftsmen
local artisans work with Blue John stone
gptkbp:local_economy gptkb:tourism
contributes to tourism
gptkbp:local_legends gptkb:mythical_creatures
associated with local legends
gptkbp:location gptkb:Derbyshire,_England
gptkbp:mineral_variety gptkb:Blue_John
gptkbp:mining_locations gptkb:cultural_heritage
traditional tools
over 200 years
strict compliance
historical mining equipment displayed
over 200 years of mining history
gptkbp:natural_resources calcium fluoride
gptkbp:notable_visitor geologists
notable figures have visited
gptkbp:opened gptkb:19th_century
2010s
yes
gptkbp:operated_by Blue John Stone Company
gptkbp:preservation_efforts heritage conservation
gptkbp:produces gptkb:Blue_John_stone
gptkbp:related_to gptkb:Iron_Age
gptkbp:research geological studies
conducted on geology
gptkbp:restoration ongoing
ongoing efforts
gptkbp:safety collapsed tunnels
gptkbp:safety_measures implemented for tours
gptkbp:tourist_attraction yes
gptkbp:type fluorspar mine
gptkbp:visitors guided tours available
gptkbp:wildlife biodiversity