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Weekly Public Guided Tours

Join our engaging, hour-long guided tours at New Lanark, a UNESCO-listed 18th-century mill village. Perfect for individuals, families, or small groups, these tours are led by expert guides and start at 1:00 PM on Saturdays at the Visitor Attraction Reception.

Tour Itinerary:

September Tour Schedule
Tour Topic Dates
The Story of New Lanark Sat: Sept 6, 13, 20, 27
October Tour Schedule
Tour Topic Dates
The Story of New Lanark Sat: Oct 4, 11, 18, 25

Tour Topic Details:

The Story of New Lanark
Step back in time and uncover the incredible story of New Lanark. Learn about the visionaries behind its founding, its groundbreaking approach to workers’ welfare, and how it became a beacon of progress during the Industrial Revolution. Our guides will bring the village’s past to life with captivating stories and expert knowledge.
 
The People of New Lanark
Explore 240 years of history through the fascinating lives of the people who called New Lanark home. From familiar figures like David Dale and Robert Owen to lesser-known mill workers, teachers, paupers, soldiers, female doctors, industrial inventors, and displaced Highlanders, this tour follows their footsteps and stories.
 
Textiles (Behind the Scenes)
Go beyond the surface with an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at New Lanark’s historic textile machinery. Discover how the village’s cotton-spinning industry shaped its development and explore the evolution of textile production through the centuries.
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November Tour Schedule
Tour Topic Dates
The Story of New Lanark Sat: Nov 1, 8, 15, 22