new-lanark

New Lanark is a World Heritage Site featuring a beautifully restored 18th century cotton mill village in Southern Scotland, close to the Falls of Clyde.

Founded by David Dale in 1785, the village became famous as a model industrial community under the enlightened management of Dale's son-in-law, Robert Owen, from 1800-1825. Owen transformed life in New Lanark with ideas and opportunities which were at least a hundred years ahead of their time. Child labour and corporal punishment were abolished, and villagers were provided with decent homes, schools and evening classes, free health care, and affordable food. Discover all about Robert Owen's life and work during your visit.
The fascinating history of the village is brought back to life in an award-winning Visitor Centre, where you can explore all the attractions with a passport ticket. One highlight of your visit will be the fascinating 'Annie McLeod Experience' ride, where the ghost of a mill girl appears and takes you on a journey
The New Lanark Mill Hotel offers a unique opportunity to stay in the heart of the World Heritage Site, on the banks of the River Clyde.
New Lanark is still a living community, and the village is in the care of an independent charity. Profits from the hotel and visitor attraction help the Trust continue to restore and maintain the historic village.

Visitor Centre

Discover the fascinating history of the impressive cotton mill village of New Lanark and the life and times of mill manager and social pioneer Robert Owen in the award-winning New Lanark Visitor Centre.
OPEN DAILY:
10am - 5pm April to September
11am - 5pm October to March (Closed 25 December and 1 January only)

As you explore the village it is easy to imagine how people lived and worked in Owen's time, and you can experience all the New Lanark attractions and exhibition areas in New Lanark Visitor Centre with just one passport ticket. Admission prices - click here.
A highlight of any visit is the fascinating 'Annie McLeod Experience' ride, which features the ghost of mill girl Annie who magically appears and takes you on a journey back in time to 1820. Click the screen below to play a preview.

The New Lanark Roof Garden – A Garden in the Sky

Be inspired by the design and amazed at the stunning views from this unique Roof Garden. Created on 9,000 square feet of roof of the A Listed mill building in the heart of New Lanark World Heritage Site the Roof Garden is the largest of its kind in Scotland. The Roof Garden is one of the highlights of a visit to the award-winning New Lanark Visitor Centre. Visitors can view this amazing garden year-round and enjoy a spectacular bird’s-eye view of the surrounding natural scenery and the historic village, which is the gateway to the famous Falls of Clyde.
Imaginatively designed, the garden contains decorative planting with over 70 different plants and shrubs, a central water feature, and sculptures. The innovative design won a Commendation at the Scottish Design Awards 2009.
The decision to develop a garden on the roof of Mill No.2 was influenced to a large extent by the views of Robert Owen, who owned and managed the New Lanark cotton-mills from 1800 till 1825. He believed strongly in the importance of the environment and natural history, and argued that a pleasant environment was essential for happy, healthy communities.
“They will be surrounded by gardens, have abundance of space in all directions to keep the air healthy and pleasant: they will have walks and plantations before them, and well cultivated grounds, kept in good order, as far as the eye can reach”.
(Robert Owen, 1817)

Health and Fitness

The excellent facilities at New Lanark Health and Fitness Club include a swimming pool, steam room, sauna, and a health and fitness studio with full range of gym equipment. Whether you want to shape up and improve your fitness level, or simply relax and unwind, this superb facility is right for you. Guests staying at New Lanark Mill Hotel can enjoy complimentary use of these facilities - ideal if your looking for a relaxing leisure break.
Club Facilities
Gym:  cardio vascular and resistance gym (including equipment for wheelchair users), free weights area and stretch area
Wet Area: swimming pool (16 metres), bubble pool, sauna and steam room
Fitness Classes: throughout the week members can take part in a wide selection of classes including Aqua Fit, Fitness Yoga, Pilates, Yogalates, Spinning, Kettlebells, Powerhoops and more. To view our current Fitness Class timetable - click here!
Additional: Beauty Room, fitness studio, coffee shop, complimentary toiletries and towel usage, changing rooms (male / female / communal)

Accommodation
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