To celebrate the 270th Anniversary of the Wanlockhead Miners’ Subscription Library, at The Museum of Lead Mining, Wanlockhead, we invite you to -  ‘Books Open - for you to read and enjoy’  Our Library books are historic and special. They need to be handled with care, but you can come and have a read! • Buy a special ticket, on-line or at Reception, and collect your it from Reception on the day • Choose two numbers on the ticket • At the Library, discover which two books match your two numbers • Two historic books will be issued to you, with face-to-face ‘How to Handle’ guidance.   Books Open sessions are strictly limited to 6 readers. Adults only. Books Open Days are: 3rd Friday at 13.00 and 3rd Sat 11:15 in April, May, September 2026 3rd Friday at 13.15 and 3rd Sat at 10:15 in June, July, August 2026   Tickets £10, on-line or at Reception, always subject to places being available For further details, please contact: anne.buddle@leadminingmuseum.co.uk

VISITING THE MUSEUM OF LEAD MINING The staff at the Museum of Lead Mining are committed to providing you with a safe and enjoyable visitor experience. Our knowledgable guides will take you through history with a visit to the historic Miners' Library, Straitsteps Cottages and into Lochnell Mine. Please note the mine is not suitable for children under 5 or those needing aids with walking. Please discuss any additional needs at reception. Our ticket booking time is the start of your tour at Reception. At the end of the tour will return to Reception and be free to wander around the Visitor Centre museum at leisure.  The tearoom and gift shop is in the Visitor Centre.  Your ticket is valid for the season which ends on the 30th September, so you are able to visit again at no additional cost. You will need to produce your ticket. On arrival... please make your way to reception to book in.  We have put in place a weather protecting canopy for your comfort if you have to wait for the tour to start. At reception you must present your pre-booked timed entry ticket, either printed or on a smart phone. Our staff will check you in and answer any questions that you may have. Please aim to arrive at the museum just before the start of your timed slot. We operate a one-way system through the museum in the Visitor Centre marked by arrows on the floor. Allow extra time to use the tearoom and look around the shop. Toilets. The public toilets beside the museum are managed by Dumfries and Galloway Council. Please notify a member of the museum staff if there are any problems. Car park and 22kW EV charger (bring your cable). We will, from time to time, be conducting visitor feedback as we wish to continually improve the visitor experience that we offer. We would appreciate your assistance with this.   Inclusions What you'll need 🧤 Warm Clothing - Sensible shoes should be worn for our mine experience. No flip flops or sandals. ☂️ Waterproofs - The mine can be a bit 'drippy'! Ponchos available in our shop.