Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Old lead Adit
In or near Leadhills.
Old lead Adit — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Chris Wimbush — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Glengonnar · 0.5 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Old lead Adit 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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Official information
The Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway offers a scenic 25-minute train ride through the Lowther Hills on a narrow gauge railway. Visitors can enjoy the picturesque views while passing by historic mine workings.
Place summary
The Old Lead Adit is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. This historic mine entrance is significant for its association with lead mining in the region, showcasing the industrial heritage of Scotland.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.4054, -3.7632
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- ML12 6XS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
- Nearest railway station
- Glengonnar — 0.5 km
- Official site
- www.leadhillsrailway.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/11280390233 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Old lead Adit?
- Old lead Adit is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode ML12 6XS).
- What is Old lead Adit?
- Old lead Adit — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Old lead Adit?
- The nearest railway station is Glengonnar, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode ML12 6XS.
- Is Old lead Adit free to visit?
- Yes, Old lead Adit is free to enter.
- How do I get to Old lead Adit?
- The nearest railway station is Glengonnar, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ML12 6XS.