About Museum of Lead Mining
Discover Scotland's fascinating lead mining heritage near Biggar through authentic displays and underground experiences, with an onsite restaurant to refuel after exploring this unique industrial attraction.
What's nearby
- Wanlockhead Community Centre next door
- Wanlockhead Inn next door
- Lotus Lodge 250m away
- Highest village in Scotland 250m away
- Wanlockhead Beam Engine 350m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Set in some amazing countryside, with a very welcoming atmosphere. I only expected a mine trip, and got a tour of the village with alot of history and a musuem. With an excellent little tea room serving Full Scottish Breakfasts, and some great walks in the area. Really is a good day out
· via Google
just reading some of the comments and can only assume they went to the wrong place!! £20 for a tour, 1-1 1/2 hours... rent over heads tour guides wages....? hardly a rip off, your supporting something special its more than just a fee, Chris in at the main desk was very friendly chatty and accommodating the guide was Davie, outstanding local knowledge chatty helpful and again accommodating not to mention his poem reading!! the work in digging that mine out and extending the tour in its self is an achievement!! if ever you need a pair of hands to come dig please it would be an absolute pleasure!! yes its a remote location yes its relatively small, but it makes up for it with authenticity character and charm!! and the food at the café is perfect and not over priced! ill be back for sure! Will
· via Google
Fantastic and unique experience. Me and my husband had a great time despite the rain. Highly recommend the tour, our guide Stuart was so knowledgeable and entertaining. I've already talked a few colleagues into visiting.
· via Google
I've not had the full experience with the guide in the mine , just the museum, but definitely coming back to experience the whole. But the views around the museum are absolutely breathtaking
· via Google
Visitors say this museum offers fascinating mine tours, engaging exhibits on local history, and gold panning experiences. They also highlight the excellent cafe with reasonably priced, freshly made food, including vegan and gluten-free options. Guests mention the staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and provide great service.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Visitor Centre, Wanlockhead, Biggar, ML12 6UT Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.6 / 5 (675 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 0-12
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Wanlockhead