How to Get to Honister Slate Mine

Honister Slate Mine can be found along Honister Pass – one of the Lake District’s most iconic and scenic mountain passes. The drive alone is worth the visit, with dramatic views, twisting roads and unforgettable panoramas around every bend.

Honister is also the perfect base for walkers heading out onto the fells – with direct access to Haystacks, Fleetwith Pike, Great Gable and more right from our doorstep. With on-site parking, a cosy café and a slate shop, it’s the ideal place to start (or finish) a day in the fells.

Here’s everything you need to know about how to get to Honister – by car, bus, or boot.

Our Location
Honister Slate Mine
Honister Pass
Borrowdale, Keswick
Cumbria CA12 5XN

017687 77230
info@honister.com

Public Transport
We strongly encourage visitors to use public transport where possible to help protect the landscape and reduce traffic along the pass.

The Stagecoach 77A – known as The Honister Rambler – stops right on our doorstep. It’s a spectacular route and one of the most scenic bus journeys in the country, travelling through Keswick, Seatoller and Buttermere. Using the 77A is a fantastic way to enjoy the landscape stress-free and support sustainable tourism in the Lake District.

Parking Info
On-site parking is available all day. Parking is free for the first hour. Visitors can pre-book parking online or purchase a parking ticket at the Slate Shop on arrival. The shop is located through the main entrance, through the tunnel, then on the left. Alternatively, simply follow the signs to the Slate Shop.

On Foot or By Bike
Feeling adventurous? You can also reach us on foot via the Coast to Coast route or by bike (if you’re up for the climb!). We’re a great pit stop for hikers and cyclists exploring the Lake District fells.