Lesser Shropshire lead mines had had to close 15 years earlier due to falling ore prices. Barite was mined until the 1950's and some prospecting was done in the 1960's but today the prospect for Snailbeach is as a national heritage site. Many of the buildings dating from the years of prosperity are still standing and experienced cavers can still explore the awesome cavernous workings deep underground. I.A.Recordings have visited Snailbeach regularly since 1978 and we have produced several video programmes with the help of the SCMC , the Shropshire Caving and Mining Club. The images on this page are taken from the video.
Several compilations are also available or are in preparation.