 Welcome to our page of
information, attractions and places of interest around Lanark.
The Lanark hotels listed below are either in the town
or we have given a rough guide as to how far they are from Lanark.
From Lanark you can explore the explore the rolling green hills
of the Borders region, the rich farmland, medieval abbeys, stately
homes and small stone-built towns, the meandering River Tweed
and the North Sea coast. We hope you enjoy your stay and find
your ideal accommodation from our list of Lanark hotels and/or
the surrounding area.
Lanark is one of the most important
towns in the Clyde Valley, and has a bustling market, one of
Scotland's largest farming markets. Lanark lies high on the east
bank of the River Clyde, close to its confluence with the Mouse
Water. Its strategic location guarding the Clyde Valley was first
recognised by the Romans, who built a fortification on what is
now known as Castle Hill, an outcrop south west of the centre
of the town which drops steeply into the valley. Lanark is perhaps
best known for nearby New Lanark, a complex of cotton mills built
along and powered by the River Clyde complete with its own village,
still providing people with homes in the midst of a World Heritage
Site. Lanark's local hero is William Wallace, the hero of the
Braveheart film. Also see Lanark.
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New Lanark World Heritage Site, South Lanarkshire
Tel: 01555 661345 Discover the fascinating history of New Lanark
and Robert Owen in our award-winning Visitor Centre. www.newlanark.org.
About 1 mile south of
Lanark.
