


Discover the story of the lead miners of Minera, the village named after the ore beneath, at Minera Lead Mines visitor centre and explore the remains of the 19th century lead processing works, where they worked.
The lead mines are set in a country park, five miles west of Wrexham, below Minera Mountain and are the starting point for walking the Clywedog Trail or driving to World's End.
17th April - 11th July - open Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays only 12.00 noon - 5.00pm.
Also open Thursday - Monday during half term.
15th July - 29th August - open Thursdays - Mondays 12.00 noon - 5.00pm.
Closed: Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Admission: Free
To find out what is happening now at Minera Lead Mines go to our Exhibitions & Events page.
Leave A483 taking A525 signposted Ruthin. At Coedpoeth, opposite the Five Crosses Pub take B5426 (Minera Hall Road) signposted Minera and follow this road for just over one mile until you reach the site entrance and car park on the right. Look out for brown signs marked Pyllau Plwm Lead Mines.
Minera Lead Mines Map
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