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    May 11, 2023

    Glengowla mine opened in 1851 and was active until 1865 for the excavation of mostly silver and lead. It is now open to visitors and provides an interesting insight into the hardships miners faced in the 19th century. It is well worth a visit on your tour, but do take an extra layer to the mine as it can get chilly down there. There are sheepdog demonstrations on site too. For more information see the websiteglengowlamines.ie

      May 26, 2019

      Interesting old lead mine well worth a look

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        Location: Galway, Ireland

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