Natural landmarks · North West England
Old Pyrites Kilns
In or near Daresbury.
Old Pyrites Kilns — a other in wales-north, United Kingdom.
Sue Adair — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Runcorn · 1.9 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Old Pyrites Kilns is a other located in wales-north, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre is an interactive museum focused on science and technology, featuring hands-on exhibits and educational workshops. Visitors can explore historical galleries and participate in family science shows, making it suitable for all ages. The centre also houses a significant archive related to the chemical industry.
Place summary
The Old Pyrites Kilns are located in North Wales. These industrial structures are remnants of the pyrites mining industry, which played a key role in local economic history. The kilns are notable for their distinctive architecture and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 53.3548, -2.7318
- District
- Halton
- Parish
- Halton, unparished area
- Postcode
- WA8 0QR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Widnes and Halewood
- Phone
- 0151 420 1121
- Nearest railway station
- Runcorn — 1.9 km
- Opening
- Tuesday to Sunday 10am–4pm; closed Mondays
- Official site
- www.catalyst.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/282445976 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Old Pyrites Kilns?
- Old Pyrites Kilns is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode WA8 0QR), in the parish of Halton, unparished area.
- What is Old Pyrites Kilns?
- Old Pyrites Kilns — a other in wales-north, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Old Pyrites Kilns?
- The nearest railway station is Runcorn, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode WA8 0QR.
- Is Old Pyrites Kilns free to visit?
- Yes, Old Pyrites Kilns is free to enter.
- How do I get to Old Pyrites Kilns?
- The nearest railway station is Runcorn, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WA8 0QR.