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Archaeological sites · North East England

Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works

In or near Stanhope.

Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works — archaeological in scotland lowlands.

Former Smithy, Brandon Walls Lead Mine - geograph.org.uk - 7309477

Andrew Curtis — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Stanhope · 5.7 km

About

Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works is a archaeological located in scotland lowlands. A British archaeological site recorded in OpenStreetMap with at least one heritage quality signal (Wikidata link, Wikipedia article or designated operator).

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Muggleswick, Stanhope and Edmundbyers Commons and Blanchland Moor SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. It features remnants of historical mining operations, providing insights into the region's industrial past. The site includes various structures and artefacts associated with lead extraction and processing. Visitors can explore the landscape that once supported these mining activities, reflecting the area's economic history.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.7648, -2.0848
Parish
Stanhope
Postcode
DL13 2AF
Parliamentary constituency
Bishop Auckland
Nearest railway station
Stanhope5.7 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works?
Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DL13 2AF), in the parish of Stanhope.
What is Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works?
Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works — archaeological in scotland lowlands.
How do I get to Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works?
The nearest railway station is Stanhope, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode DL13 2AF.
Is Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works a protected site?
Yes — Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works is part of the Muggleswick, Stanhope and Edmundbyers Commons and Blanchland Moor SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North Pennines National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Brandon Walls lead mine and ore works?
The nearest railway station is Stanhope, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DL13 2AF.