Doors Open Days
When
9:00am Saturday September 13th, 2008
Description
It is likely that Leadhills did not exist until the early 16C when the village developed as a result of the discovery of rich mineral deposits in the area. It is rumoured that the Romans were the first to utilise the mineral deposits however the earliest recorded mining took place in the 13C.
Gold from Leadhills was of national importance and was used to form the Regalia of Scotland, which is now held for public viewing in Edinburgh Castle. It was lead mining, however, that brought the area its prosperity and gave the village its name. Tea, coffee and homebaking available. To find futher information on Doors Open Days South Lanarkshire’s Doors Open Days Programme
