Glengowla Mines

Museums activities and operation of historical sites and buildings

5.0★★★★★(463 reviews, from external sources)

Business Contact

Keith Geoghegan

    Contact Information

    Glengowla Mines
    Left Hand Side 3km Outside The Village Of Oughterard, EI10
    Oughterard
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    Closed now10:00 – 17:30
    • Monday10:00 – 17:30
    • TuesdayClosed
    • WednesdayClosed
    • ThursdayClosed
    • Friday10:00 – 17:30
    • SaturdayClosed
    • SundayClosed
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    Business Description

    Glengowla Mines offers a unique and immersive experience, allowing visitors to explore the abandoned lead and silver mines beneath the Connemara Mountain. The guided tours provide insights into the mining process and the working conditions of the miners in the 1800s. Visitors can marvel at the caverns filled with marble, lead, silver, copper pyrite, quartz, and fluorite. The opportunity to pan for gold and gems adds excitement for both adults and children. Additionally, Glengowla is home to a seismograph, offering a chance to learn about earthquakes and their impact. The site also features a working farm with Connemara Ponies, sheep dog herding demonstrations, and turf cutting demonstrations. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the old abandoned Connemara railway line and explore the local flora and fauna. The site provides facilities such as a gift shop, refreshments, outdoor seating area, museum, and free car parking.

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    Industry: Entertainment » Museums

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    • Museums activities and operation of historical sites and buildings
    ISIC Codes
    9102

    Questions & Answers

    1. 1.What is Glengowla Mines's phone number?

      Glengowla Mines's phone number is 087 252 9850.

    2. 2.Where is Glengowla Mines located?

      Glengowla Mines is located at Left Hand Side 3km Outside The Village Of Oughterard, EI10. Get Directions.

    3. 3.What are Glengowla Mines's hours?

      Glengowla Mines is open during the following hours: Monday: 10:00 – 17:30; Tuesday - Thursday: Closed; Friday: 10:00 – 17:30; weekends: Closed.

    4. 4.Who is the primary contact at Glengowla Mines?

      The primary contact at Glengowla Mines is Keith Geoghegan.

    5. 5.What is Glengowla Mines's website?

      Glengowla Mines's website is www.glengowlamines.ie.

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