MineArchiveMines in Clackmannanshire
Scotland's smallest historic county, tucked between the Ochil Hills and the Firth of Forth, is known in mining terms chiefly for one extraordinary episode: the richest native silver bonanza ever found in Britain, struck in secret at Alva's Silver Glen in 1712.
| Mine | Worked | Commodities |
|---|---|---|
| Alva Silver Mine (Silver Glen) | 1712–1716 (main bonanza); cobalt worked intermittently later | Silver, Cobalt |
Record created: 22 August 2026 · Last researched: 22 August 2026