Posts Tagged ‘Lanark’
Lanark Men’s Shed moving to new premises within grounds of World Heritage site
Lanark Men’s Shed has announced it is moving to new premises within the grounds of the New Lanark World Heritage site. The move follows a period of uncertainty after the local community group had to move from its previous base. The men’s shed is run by volunteers to encourage older men to come together to…
Read MoreStargazing at Scotland’s biggest rooftop garden
Experience stargazing on Scotland’s biggest rooftop garden, at the end of this month, for an out of this world event for all the family. This event will take place on the evenings of 31 January, 1 and 2 February, commencing at New Lanark’s Mill 3 exhibition gallery with a family friendly astronomy talk that will…
Read MoreDid you know…? 10 facts about Lanarkshire
Lanarkshire, in the heart of Scotland, has a long and proud heritage. Today we highlight 10 fascinating facts about the area. The World Masters Regatta, the world’s biggest rowing event, was held in Strathclyde Country Park in 2005, and was also a venue for the 1986 and 2014 Commonwealth Games. The Colzium Estate in Kilsyth…
Read MoreThe story of the man behind New Lanark
The first full biography of David Dale, founding father of socialism, this book reflects 30 years of research. David J McLaren came to know about Dale through an interest in Robert Owen’s New Lanark, the famous 18th-century cotton-spinning community, and his attempts to forge a ‘new view’ of society. But it was during Dale’s ownership…
Read MoreIt will be a blue light for St Andrew’s night
New Lanark World Heritage is turning blue this week – and it’s not with the cold weather! is getting ready to feel blue – and St Andrew’s Day on November 30. Instead, the famous Mill Buildings and Falls of Clyde will be adorned by blue lighting, to celebrate Scotland’s national feast day. The stunning 230…
Read MoreEverything you need for country living
Being prepared for life in the great outdoors is made easier with Country Supplies. Based in Lanark, in South Lanarkshire, Country Supplies offer a wide range of items specially chosen to satisfy their customers’ needs. Whether you are an established farmer customer or just enjoy living in the rural community, they stock products for all.…
Read MorePrepare for a scare at New Lanark ghost tour
Terrifying tours of a famous Scottish site are being held later this month. New Lanark’s Ghostly Guided Tours offers visitors the chance to be guided through the behind-the-scenes tour, exploring spooky, strange and unexplainable true stories of New Lanark from the history books, staff and visitor experiences. New Lanark’s Ghostly Guided Tours will run on…
Read MoreDiscover old skills at New Lanark World Heritage Site
New Lanark World Heritage Site is set to take part in Doors Open Day 2018. Doors Open Days is Scotland’s largest free festival that celebrates heritage and the built environment. It offers free access to over a thousand venues across the country throughout September, every year. It allows visitors to see lots of new and…
Read MoreSomething old, something New (Lanark)
Everyone loves a wedding, especially when it’s set in a memorable location. The New Lanark Mill Hotel will be holding a wedding open evening, running on September 13 from 6-9pm. A glass of bubbly and canapes will be available upon arrival, before visitors are given guided tours of the facilities and interested parties can meet…
Read MoreBe game for a laugh this summer at new exhibition
A celebration of fun and games is coming to Scotland next week, as part of a national touring exhibition. New Lanark World Heritage Site is hosting the V&A Museum of Childhood’s touring exhibition Game Plan: Board Games Rediscovered, in a week’s time, in their newly-developed Mill Gallery this summer from 20 July – 4 November.…
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