Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Child Miners Memorial
In or near Danderhall.
Child Miners Memorial — 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 · 1.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Child Miners Memorial 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 Child Miners Memorial is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates the lives of children who worked in the mining industry, highlighting the historical significance of child labour in this sector. The memorial serves as a poignant reminder of the past and the impact of industrial practices on young lives.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9180, -3.1153
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH16 4SJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Nearest railway station
- Shawfair — 1.6 km
Sources
- osm: node/13179070783 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Child Miners Memorial?
- Child Miners Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH16 4SJ).
- What is Child Miners Memorial?
- Child Miners Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Child Miners Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Shawfair, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH16 4SJ.
- Is Child Miners Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Child Miners Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Child Miners Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Shawfair, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH16 4SJ.