Welcome to
New Lanark
New Lanark World Heritage Site is a unique 18th century Mill Village sitting alongside the picturesque River Clyde, less than one hour from Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Founded in 1785 with a focus on philanthropy, education and the welfare of the mill workers, New Lanark became a model for industrial communities that was to spread across the world in the 19th and 20th centuries.
New Lanark was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001. The ongoing conservation and promotion of this unique village and the award-winning visitor attraction is managed by New Lanark Trust, in partnership with South Lanarkshire Council & Historic Environment Scotland.
What’s on
Discover Scotland’s heritage on Doors Open Days 2025! Join New Lanark for free Guided Village Tours and Multisensory Storytime, 6-7
We’re excited to announce our new weekly guided tours for the general public, every Saturday at 1:00 PM, starting from
New Lanark Soft Play: Fun indoor playground for kids 0-8, open daily, with exciting soft play parties for birthdays!
View our interactive map of New Lanark