Public art & sculpture · Scottish Lowlands
Wanlockhead Village Sign
In or near Wanlockhead.
Wanlockhead Village Sign — a public art in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Iain Russell — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Glengonnar · 1.0 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Wanlockhead Village Sign is a public art located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
Photo gallery
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 18th-century lead mine, view miners' cottages, and learn about the lives of miners and their families from 1750 to 1920.
Place summary
Wanlockhead Village Sign is a public art installation located in the Scottish Lowlands. This sign serves as a notable landmark in the village, reflecting its unique character and heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.3952, -3.7802
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- ML12 6UH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
- Phone
- 01659 74387
- Nearest railway station
- Glengonnar — 1 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–4pm; closed 1st June to 10th July
- Official site
- www.leadminingmuseum.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/13583452523 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wanlockhead Village Sign?
- Wanlockhead Village Sign is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode ML12 6UH).
- What is Wanlockhead Village Sign?
- Wanlockhead Village Sign — a public art in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wanlockhead Village Sign?
- The nearest railway station is Glengonnar, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode ML12 6UH.
- Is Wanlockhead Village Sign free to visit?
- Yes, Wanlockhead Village Sign is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wanlockhead Village Sign?
- The nearest railway station is Glengonnar, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ML12 6UH.