Overview
New Lanark is a remarkably preserved 18th-century industrial village and UNESCO World Heritage Site, founded in 1786 beside the River Clyde. It became famous under social reformer Robert Owen (1800-1825), who created a model community with decent housing, education, and fair conditions for workers.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Nature
Before you go
Getting there
Frequent trains and buses from Glasgow; Stuarts Coach 135 from Lanark (8 min, M-F hourly). Allow 1-1.5 hours from Glasgow or Edinburgh.
Parking
Main car park at top of steep hill above village, £3. Only 8 blue-badge spaces in the village itself—arrange drop-off if needed.
Tickets
'Passport' tickets cover all attractions: adult £12, child £6, conc £9, plus £3 parking. Valid 12 months from purchase.
Time needed
3-4 hours is sufficient to see all attractions. Half-day visit is typical.
Walking
The village is compact and entirely walkable. Wear comfortable shoes for uneven ground on paths to the falls.
Weather
Scotland's weather is unpredictable. The falls are most impressive after rain and when the hydroelectric station is offline.