New Lanark World Heritage Site

New Lanark Mills
New Lanark
ML11 9DB

Tel: +44 (0)1555 661 345
Fax: +44 (0)1555 665 738
Email: visit@newlanark.org
Web: http://www.newlanark.org


Over 200 years ago the beautiful sandstone cotton mills of New Lanark were founded in a dramatic gorge in Southern Scotland, close to the famous Falls of Clyde. Soon the village became known all over the world because of the work of mill owner and social pioneer Robert Owen. In an age of cruel mill managers and 'dark satanic mills', he provided decent homes, fair wages, free health care and a new education system for villagers, which included the first nursery school in the world.

Today as you wander around the village and surrounding Wildlife Reserve, it is easy to imagine how people lived and worked in Owen's day. New Lanark has been carefully restored as a living, working community, where visitors are welcome to explore the fascinating history of the village in the award-winning Visitor Centre and enjoy exciting family attractions which bring the story of New Lanark and Robert Owen to life. In 2001 the village became an official UNESCO World Heritage Site.

General Information:

  • Coffee shop
  • Gift shop
  • Hotel
  • Youth Hostel
  • Guided tours of Village, Visitor Centre, Wildlife Reserve by prior arrangement
  • Factsheet for visitors with mobility problems
  • Mostly accessible, wheelchair users will require some assistance in some areas

     

    Opening Times
    (2007 times)
    Daily 11.00am - 5.00pm Sept - May and 10.30am - 5.00pm Jun - August.
    Closed 25th December - January 1st.

    Admission Charges
    (2007 prices)
    Adult £5.95; Concession (Senior Citizens/Children/Students) £4.95; Family Ticket (2adults + 2children) £17.95; Family (2+4) £21.95

    Directions
    By Car: New Lanark is 1 mile south of Lanark and less than an hour from Glasgow (M74/A72) and Edinburgh (A70). From the south, the village is 30 mins from M74 Junction 13
    By Train: The nearest train station is in Lanark (1 mile) where you can connect to Glasgow Central and Motherwell. A local bus serves the village hourly from the Tourist Information Centre. Inclusive rail/bus/attraction tickets are available at certain times.
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    New Lanark World Heritage Site Postcode for SatNav: ML11 9DB

    Nearby Attractions
    Lanark Museum (< 1 Mile)*
    The Royal Burgh of Lanark Museum, situated near the centre of this busy market town, was established in 1990 and houses a collection of items which are used to illustrate the ancient and varied history of the town.
    Craignethan Castle (5 Miles)*
    Craignethan Castle is in a very picturesque setting overlooking the River Nethan.
    Moat Park Heritage Centre (10 Miles)*
    History in the Moat Park is interpreted in an unusual way; here the visitor can see a series of detailed scale models depicting archaeological sites as they would have been seen at the time of their use.
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    * Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

    Nearby Hotels
    New Lanark Mill Hotel (< 1 Mile)*
    A unique opportunity to stay in a UNESCO World Heritage Site approximately one hour's drive from Glasgow and Edinburgh.
    Best Western Popinjay Hotel (6 Miles)*
    The Best Western Popinjay Hotel is located in the heart of the Famous Clyde Valley. Nestling next to the banks of the River Clyde the hotel is set within 4 acres of private grounds.
    Shawlands Hotel (8 Miles)*
    Situated in rural Lanarkshire ideally situated approx 20 mins from Glasgow and 40 mins from Edinburgh on the a71 just of junction 8 of the M74.
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    * Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

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    Motherwell Self Catering (10 Miles)*
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    Antonine Wall Cottages (22 Miles)*
    Antonine Wall Cottages are two sumptuous properties converted from a listed 1820s stable block in 2004. The cottages are situated in 5 acres of private gardens and woodlands.
    Sherbrooke Apartments (23 Miles)*
    Business or pleasure! If you are looking to stay in tranquil, leafy surroundings, yet be in the perfect location to enjoy everything that the great City of Glasgow and beyond has to offer.
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    * Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

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