Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
800 Years of Lothian Coalfield
In or near Danderhall.
800 Years of Lothian Coalfield — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
M J Richardson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Shawfair · 1.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
800 Years of Lothian Coalfield is a memorial located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The 800 Years of Lothian Coalfield is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates the historical significance of coal mining in the Lothian region, reflecting the industry’s impact over eight centuries.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9127, -3.1057
- District
- Midlothian
- Postcode
- EH22 1LX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Midlothian
- Nearest railway station
- Shawfair — 1.1 km
Sources
- osm: node/13346984610 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is 800 Years of Lothian Coalfield?
- 800 Years of Lothian Coalfield is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH22 1LX).
- What is 800 Years of Lothian Coalfield?
- 800 Years of Lothian Coalfield — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to 800 Years of Lothian Coalfield?
- The nearest railway station is Shawfair, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH22 1LX.
- Is 800 Years of Lothian Coalfield free to visit?
- Yes, 800 Years of Lothian Coalfield is free to enter.
- How do I get to 800 Years of Lothian Coalfield?
- The nearest railway station is Shawfair, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH22 1LX.