Red Screes - Geology and Mining

Geology and Mining

Drift deposits overlie the dacitic welded lapilli-tuff and sandstone of the Lincomb Tarns Formation.

There is evidence of mining in Caiston Glen, with the mouth of a level opening about halfway up the beck. This was an unsuccessful trial for lead and extends about 80 ft into the fellside. There is a further small working nearby. There are also the remains of a trial for copper on the eastern flank, a 120 ft level being driven into the fell from close to the modern road.