Leadhills Miners Library
Britain's oldest subscription library, founded in 1741 by lead miners in southwest Scotland, and the world's first library for working people.

šŸ“œ Historic library established in 1741 by lead miners.
šŸ” World's first library for working people.

Why Go

šŸ“š Explore a collection of 2,500+ books and historical archives.
ā›ļø Discover unique mining journals and 'bargain books'.
šŸ›ļø Visit the original single-story cottage where it was founded.
šŸŒŸ See rare artefacts like the Library Pulpit and Britain's earliest library banner.

Why Avoid

šŸ“… Limited opening hours, only May to September on weekends.

Tips

šŸ“ž Arrange visits by appointment outside regular hours.
šŸš¶ Tours of the library and village are available for groups.

Hours

šŸ•’ Saturdays and Sundays, 2pm to 5pm, May to September.
Appointments available year-round.

šŸ“ Location

15 Main Street, Leadhills, South Lanarkshire, Scotland ML12 6XP

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