Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3
In or near Drongan.
Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3 — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3 is a archaeological located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3 is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is notable for its historical significance in the extraction of ironstone, reflecting the industrial heritage of the region.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.3817, -4.4703
- District
- East Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA6 7HA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
Sources
- osm: node/4758081031 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3?
- Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3 is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA6 7HA).
- What is Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3?
- Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3 — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3?
- Drivers can use postcode KA6 7HA.
- Is Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3 free to visit?
- Yes, Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3 is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bowhill Ironstone Pit No 3?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KA6 7HA. It sits within the Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock parliamentary constituency.