Capes on tour: Magpie Mine

Head into the heart of Clair The Cape Queen’s domain and you’ll find Magpie Mine, Derbyshire’s last working lead mine. Situated high up in the Peak District it’s a fantastic survivor and one that’s a reminder of the nation’s past, closing in 1958.

But while, according to the calendar, it was the height of summer grey skies and occasional showers were anything but. Clair The Cape Queen came suitably prepared with her purple/blue PVC cape and an immaculate set of shiny black Hunters. Ready for bad weather? Yes? Looking raincape cool? Definitely.