Leadhills

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Leadhills: restored station, with narrow-gauge train, 2000. View NE, towards Elvanfoot: ex-Caledonian Railway Elvanfoot - Wanlockhead line, closed entirely 2/1/39, but restored by the heritage Leadhills & Wanlockhead Railway (2 ft. gauge).
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Route of old railway
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Old mine pits Filled-in mine pits in an area rich in mining history.
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The Hopetoun Arms Hotel

The Hopetoun Arms Hotel

3 out of 5
37 Main Street Biggar Scotland
The price is ₩224,872 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
₩224,872
₩269,846 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Biggar. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a picnic area. Popular attraction Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway is located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
Wonderful time
Yes it was extremely pet friendly

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

The Hopetoun Arms Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham Abington M74

Days Inn by Wyndham Abington M74

2 out of 5
Welcome Break Service Area J13 Biggar Scotland
The price is ₩58,283 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
₩58,283
₩69,940 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Biggar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (760 reviews)
Lovely stop over right next door to services, staff were friendly and welcoming, excellent extra payment of £20 for a dog, rooms are clean and beds so comfortable

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Abington M74
New Lanark Mill Hotel

New Lanark Mill Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill No.1 Lanark Scotland
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Lanark. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (533 reviews)
Beautiful amenities, comfortable bed and lovely breakfast. Not quite enough parking spots when you are there for a wedding but otherwise wonderful

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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Nith Riverside Cottages

Nith Riverside Cottages

3 out of 5
Blackaddie Road Sanquhar Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Sanquhar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden.
Nith Riverside Cottages
Stunning 4-bedroom Cabin With Hot Tub in Beattock!

Stunning 4-bedroom Cabin With Hot Tub in Beattock!

3 out of 5
Moffat Scotland
Stay at this cabin in Moffat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Southern Upland Way Trailhead and Moffat Community Nature Reserve ...
Stunning 4-bedroom Cabin With Hot Tub in Beattock!
Inviting 2-bed Barn With hot tub Near Muirkirk

Inviting 2-bed Barn With hot tub Near Muirkirk

3.5 out of 5
Cumnock Scotland
Stay at this vacation home in Cumnock. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room fireplaces.
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Great bothy
The Bothy is a great find. Intimate space ideal for a couple that would suit a small family too. Bothy was spotless. Some nice walks nearby and interesting spots a short drive away. The hot tub is really welcoming on a cold evening.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025

Inviting 2-bed Barn With hot tub Near Muirkirk
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Popular places to visit

Tinto Hill Cairn

You can find out about the history of Biggar with a visit to Tinto Hill Cairn. Wander the gardens or discover the area's countryside.

Tinto Hill Cairn

Biggar Puppet Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Biggar Puppet Theatre during your trip to Biggar. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Biggar Puppet Theatre

Dove Cottage

You can find out about the history of Biggar with a trip to Dove Cottage. While in this quaint area, you can enjoy the coffeehouses.

Dove Cottage

Biggar Gasworks

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Biggar Gasworks in Biggar. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Biggar Gasworks

Museum of Lead Mining

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of Lead Mining during your trip to Wanlockhead. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

Museum of Lead Mining

Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway

Enjoy an outing to Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway during your stay in Leadhills.

Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway