Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument
In or near Carmunnock.
Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Blantyre · 1.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument 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 Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates the victims of the Blantyre mining disaster, which occurred in the 19th century. The monument serves as a significant reminder of the industrial past and the impact of mining tragedies on local communities.
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- Coordinates
- 55.7848, -4.1066
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- G72 0DW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Rutherglen
- Nearest railway station
- Blantyre — 1.9 km
Sources
- osm: node/12925209868 (ODbL)
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Blantyre Old Parish Church, Craigmuir Road, Blantyre
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Law Knowes (Bronze Age)
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Blantyre Disaster Statue
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Site of Pate's Mill
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Blantyre Miners' Stone
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Crossbasket Castle
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Crossbasket Linn
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Old World Terraced Garden
Gardens · 1.3 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument?
- Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G72 0DW).
- What is Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument?
- Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument?
- The nearest railway station is Blantyre, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode G72 0DW.
- Is Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument free to visit?
- Yes, Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument is free to enter.
- How do I get to Blantyre Disaster Centenary Monument?
- The nearest railway station is Blantyre, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G72 0DW.