Places to See
One of the town’s main attractions is a world famous Victorian puppet theatre. Biggar also has more museums per head than any other town in Scotland. They include the Moat Park Heritage Centre, Gladstone Court Museum, Greenhill Covenanters Museum, and the Biggar Gasworks Museum, the only preserved gas works in Scotland. The town hosts an annual arts festival, the Biggar Little Festival, every October. Another yearly event is the Biggar Bonfire, an ancient custom that takes place on Hogmanay and dates back to pagan times. It involves a torchlight parade accompanied by pipers and drummers before a bonfire is lit by the town's oldest resident.
Historical Sites of Interest
Lanark Moor Country Park
This is a perfect day out for all the family. In the summer there are bumper boats and other small rides as well as a picnic area and play park – ideal for a game of Rounders or to throw a Frisbee around. There are also opportunities to fish if you have a permit.
Opening times: All year round
Price: FREE outdoor access to all the public
New Lanark World Heritage Site
New Lanark World Heritage Site is the perfect destination for your group's outing. The heart of New Lanark is a living and working village, which is situated in an outstanding location by the majestic Falls of Clyde. There are activitis for all ages to enjoy including the many attractions of the award winning Visitor Centre, regular events & exhibitions and beautiful woodland walks in the Falls of Clyde wildlife reserve. Groups can make the most of their visit to New Lanark with a variety of eating, shopping and overnight options.
01555661345
trust@newlanark.org
www.newlanark.org
Tinto Hill
A great walk which can be as sedate or challenging as you want to make it. With spectacular views of the Lake District and as far afield as the mountains of Mourne in Northern Ireland, the walk is approximately 5 miles with a hike of 450 metres.
Opening times: All year round
Price: FREE
