We hold an annual competition at Killhope on Father’s Day
Quoits
This event, organised by Peter Nattrass, attracts players from around the region. Quoits is a traditional game that dates back centuries, and it was played by the lead miners in the North Pennines. It involves throwing cast iron rings onto a metal spike, called a hob, over a distance of 11 yards.
The Value
The annual quoits competition helps to preserve a traditional game that the miners enjoyed, and it’s also a relaxed social event. Visitors to the site are welcome to take part or watch.
