Kirkfield Mains
B&B
Lanark,
Scotland
Tel: 01555 660094, Fax:
01555 660095
E-mail:
joolsbrown@btconnect.com
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Kirkfield Mains
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New Lanark |
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New Lanark. This 18th century cotton mill village has been beautifully restored, earning it the status of UNESCO World Heritage Site. The award-winning visitor centre brings history to life in a way that everyone in the family can enjoy - and kids especially love Annie McLeod's Story. This imaginative presentation features the ghost of a former Mill Girl telling her story of life in New Lanark in 1820. After that, dive into the thrilling Millennium Experience, an exciting dark ride on which you discover Robert Owens's inspiring vision for a better future. The village first rose to fame when Robert Owen was mill manager 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. History has never been more fun. |
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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 Conservation Trust continue to restore and maintain the historic village. |
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LANIMERS DAY |
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The crowning of Lamimers queen
A float |
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Lanark is one of the oldest Royal Burghs in Scotland, its Charter being granted by King David I (1124-1153). One of the conditions attached was that the Burgesses of the town were required to examine their March or boundary stones every year and report back that all was well or ill according to what they had found. Lanark is probably unique among the Royal Burghs in that it has carried out this duty every year since it was first imposed. This duty of the Land Marches soon became an annual celebration - "The Lanimers". What started as a simple duty soon turned into an annual festival including horse racing on Lanark Moor with music by the town drummer and minstrel. By the 17th Century members of the Burgh Council were competing for the honour of carrying the Burgh flag or standard. Until 1834 the Burgh Council and Deacons of Crafts took it in turns to appoint the Lord Cornet - the Standard Bearer. From 1834-1974 the Provost & Magistrates alone chose the Lord Cornet. Since 1974 a Committee has chosen the Lord Cornet, that group comprising of representatives of the Lanimer Committee, the Guildry, District and Community Councillors and the Lord Cornets' Club. |
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Lanimers day 1893
Lanimers day 1993 |
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Medieval Festival |
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Falls of the Clyde |
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The Falls of Clyde comprise the upper falls of Bonnington Linn, Corra Linn, Dundaff Linn, and the lower falls of Stonebyres Linn. Corra Linn is the highest, with a fall of 90 feet. Bonnington Linn [fall of 30 feet], Corra Linn and Dundaff Linn are above New Lanark and located within the Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve. Famously painted by Turner and an inspiration to Wordsworth it really is a must see. The best time to catch the falls is when they are in ‘full spate’ (about 6 times a year). This is when the water is allowed to flow freely down the Clyde creating a thundering display especially at Corra Linn |
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You can visit the exciting Falls of Clyde visitor centre located within New Lanark. Your chance to find out more about the creatures and features of the reserve. Including details of the night Badger watch |
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Truly one of the most beautiful sites in Lanarkshire. The majestic Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve sits at the gate way of the Clyde Valley Woodlands. It boasts an inspirational landscape of three dramatic waterfalls, beautiful ancient woodlands and abundant wildlife, all within easy walking distance. |
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Perigrine Falcons |
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Don't miss unsurpassed views of the nesting peregrine falcons (March-June). Join the ranger on one of the many walks including 'Clydeside Saunters' Falls of Clyde is
a site is well-known for its resident breeding pair of peregrine
falcons, which are protected during the breeding season by Operation
Peregrine, providing security for the birds and a chance for the public
to view the birds through scopes and CCTV. Generally nest building
starts in March with eggs appearing in April and chicks in
May/June. A great opportunity to catch a rare site if you are visiting
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Clyde Valley Tourist Route |
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The Clyde valley is famous for it's fabulous garden centres and berry picking. There is a great choice of garden centres to choose form all located on the A72, 5 minutes from Kirkfield Mains. Visit Sandyholm Garden Centre to see the displays of plants and products, which will surely provide you with some inspiration. Trained staff are on hand to provide you with any assistance that you may require. If there is something specific which you need and they do not currently stock the item, they will try their utmost to source it for you from a wide selection of suppliers. If you have plans for your home and garden - a new patio, garden furniture, a water feature or maybe you simply love plants, come and visit Sandyholm Garden Centre. |
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Nethan Gorge |
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Golf |
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Being the birthplace of Golf, Scotland is obviously spoilt for choice when it comes to golf courses. We have a number of local clubs which are open to the general public and offer varying degrees of difficulty.
Originally laid out by Tom Morris and later refined by James Braid, Lanark is renowned for it's smooth fast greens, natural moor land fairways, and beautiful scenery. The course is built on a substrate of glacial sands, providing the unique feeling of tackling a Scottish links course at 600 feet above sea level. Variously described in golfing publications as a hidden gem and a geological marvel, at 6,428 yards from the Championship tees, the par of 70 can be a real test to any golfer, especially when the prevailing wind blows. The club has hosted the regional qualifier for the Open Championship eight times in recent years Like St. Andrews, Lanark Golf Club's historic origins begin with the Common Moor of the Royal Burgh, which has owned the ground since the twelfth century. Although it is known that four stalwarts regularly played golf on Lanark Moor prior to 1851 when only four holes were set out, Lanark Golf Club was officially founded on the 4th October 1851, and is the 25th oldest golf club in the world. In 1897 Tom Morris was paid £3.10s to lay out 18 holes at Lanark, following the example at St. Andrews. In 1927 James Braid supervised the construction of new holes, and the layout of the course has been largely unchanged since then. Lanark' s history and quality of layout and green keeping have made it the venue for the regional qualifying rounds of the Open Championship on no less than eight occasions. Lanark's constitution, of course, pre-dates the Open (founded in 1860), and one of Lanark Golf Club's oldest trophies, The Silver Claret Jug (presented 1857) bears a striking resemblance to the more recent Open Championship Trophy (present 1872). The course is set around Lanark Loch, this is a beautiful site for walking or just relaxing and watching the wildlife that live in and near the Loch. There is a lot of other excellent courses in the area. A few are listed below, if you require any information then please drop me an email.
Biggar Golf Course – There is
no dedicated website for this course, but easily found due to Paul
Lawrie's unbroken professional course record of 63 |
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LANARK GOLF COURSE |
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Swans at Lanark Loch |
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Lanrk Loch |
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Lanark Loch is a popular destination for
families and dog walkers alike and its new decking and landscaping make
it a popular backdrop for sunny lunches and picnics. You will be
amazed at the number of Swans and Geese there are on the Loch and
believe me they are always hungry for any bread you might have taken
with you. Lanark Loch is also famous for it's Carp fishing and it is a popular spot for local as well as visiting angler's alike. |
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Biggar |
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The Carmichael Visitors Centre is one of the best. As well as the fascinating Edinburgh Wax Model Collection, there's an excellent adventure playground and indoor play barn - so you can let the kids run wild and burn off some energy! There are loads of animals, from ducks to deer - and if you're feeling adventurous, there's horse or pony trekking round the estate. Or if you prefer pedal power, why not hire a bike? Once you've worked up an appetite, you could break for lunch at the Clan Farmhouse Kitchen Licensed Restaurant which serves meals and snacks all day - often with fresh produce from the Carmichael estate. As well all as an excellent souvenir and gift shop, the centre boasts an impressive 90-foot renewable energy wind turbine - quite a sight to see! |
Feeling refreshed? Head for the Biggar Puppet Theatre. For almost 3 generations, these well-established puppeteers have been welcomed in towns and cities up and down the country - as well as appearing on TV countless times. Their world renowned shows thrill and captivate children, but adults can't help enjoying these imaginative performances as well! The theatre offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy this remarkable touring group that's known around the world. |
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Tel: 01555 660094, Fax: 01555 660095 E-mail: joolsbrown@btconnect.com Website designed by Julie Brown
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