Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Newton Pit Mining Disaster Memorial
In or near Gartcosh.
Newton Pit Mining Disaster Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Stephen Sweeney — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Newton · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Newton Pit Mining Disaster 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 Newton Pit Mining Disaster Memorial is located in central Scotland. It commemorates the tragic events of a mining disaster, serving as a poignant reminder of the lives affected by the industry. The memorial stands as a significant site for reflection on mining history in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8222, -4.1236
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- G72 7UJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Rutherglen
- Nearest railway station
- Newton — 0.7 km
Sources
- osm: node/12926494665 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Newton Pit Mining Disaster Memorial?
- Newton Pit Mining Disaster Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G72 7UJ).
- What is Newton Pit Mining Disaster Memorial?
- Newton Pit Mining Disaster Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Newton Pit Mining Disaster Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Newton, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode G72 7UJ.
- Is Newton Pit Mining Disaster Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Newton Pit Mining Disaster Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Newton Pit Mining Disaster Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Newton, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G72 7UJ.