Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein
In or near Wanlockhead.
Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
David Hamilton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Glengonnar · 0.6 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein 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 Museum of Lead Mining in Wanlockhead offers a unique insight into the history of lead mining in Scotland. Visitors can explore an underground mine, view miners' cottages, and learn about the lives of miners and their families from the 18th to 20th centuries.
Place summary
Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. This site is notable for its historical significance in lead mining, reflecting the region's industrial heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.3979, -3.7764
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- ML12 6UW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
- Phone
- 01659 74387
- Nearest railway station
- Glengonnar — 0.6 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–4pm; closed 1st June – 10th July
- Official site
- www.leadminingmuseum.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/11280065260 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein?
- Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode ML12 6UW).
- What is Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein?
- Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein?
- The nearest railway station is Glengonnar, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode ML12 6UW.
- Is Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein free to visit?
- Yes, Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein is free to enter.
- How do I get to Old Lead Mine Adit - Crawfords Vein?
- The nearest railway station is Glengonnar, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ML12 6UW.