Lanarkshire Visitor Travel Guide Page

We have compiled a travel and holiday information guide to help with your holiday stay in Lanarkshire.

About Lanarkshire

Lanarkshire is a south-west Scottish county. Its boundaries generally encompass the Clyde Valley. Descending eventually from its highest reaches in the south, it is known for its gentle sloping toward both of the Clyde River banks. The shire is administratively divided into three different wards. The Upper Ward contains the southern portion and greater than half of the county. The Middle Ward has the town of Hamilton as its main population center. The Lower Ward covers the north portion of Lanarkshire. Several high hills are featured in County Lanarkshire. Among them are Cutler Fell at 2,454 feet, Lowther Hill at 2,377 feet, Green Lowther at 2,403 feet, Tinto at 2,335 feet, Rodger Law at 2,257 feet, Ballencleuch Law at 2,267 feet, Dun Law at 2,216 feet, Dungrain Law at 2,186 feet, Comb Law at 2,107 feet, and Shiel Dod at 2,190 feet. The main rivers in the county prove to be the Clyde River and its head waters and tributaries. No lochs of any significant size exist in this county. The most famed natural landmarks in Lanarkshire undoubtedly prove to be the Falls of Clyde found at Stonebyres, Dundaff, Corra, and Bonnington.

Attractions & Heritage Sites within Lanarkshire

1. National Museum of Rural Life - Philipshill Rd, Clarkston, Lanarkshire, G76 9HR The National Museum of Rural Life depicts life on a working farm in the 1950s. The farm is complete with dairy cows, sheep, pigs and horses. 2. Glasgow Science Centre - 50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow, G51 1EA The three floors of the Science Mall at the Glasgow Science Centre are filled with interactive science and technological exhibits. 3. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum - Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AG Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is the most visited gallery in Scotland with a wonderful collection of art and interactive activities. See Full List of Attractions & Heritage Sites in Lanarkshire

Towns and Villages in Lanarkshire

Lanarkshire has some lovely towns and villages to explore, below is a list with a short summary and link to more information about it and pictures. Airdrie - is one of Scotland's top trout fishing locations... More... Glasgow - started out as a religious centre originating with the medieval Bishophric of Glasgow... More... Hamilton - is situated at the confluence of the River Avon and the Clyde... More... Lanark - is best known as the place where William Wallace began the First War of Independence... More... Motherwell - takes its name from a holy spring dedicated to the Virgin Mary... More... Strathaven - Castle was originally a simple keep constructed around 1350 by members of the Baird Family... More...

Useful Contact Information for Lanarkshire

Abington Tourist Information Centre M74 Motorway Junction 13, Abington, South Lanarkshire, ML12 6RG Tel No: 01864 502436 Biggar Tourist Information Centre High Street, Biggar, South Lanarkshire, ML12 6DL Tel No: 01899 221066 Glasgow Tourist Information Centre George Square, Glasgow, City of Glasgow, Lanarkshire, G2 1DY Tel No: 0141 2044400 Lanark Tourist Information Centre Horsemarket, Ladyacre Road, Lanark, Lanarkshire ML11 7QL Tel No: 01555 661661

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