Explore & Play
They will be surrounded by gardens, have abundance of space in all directions to keep the air healthy and pleasant: they will have walks and plantations before them, and well cultivated grounds, kept in good order, as far as the eye can reach”(Robert Owen, 1817)
CLEARBURN PICNIC & PLAY AREA
Clearburn Picnic and Play Area is a fantastic resource for the community and visitors alike.
FALLS OF CLYDE
These magnificent waterfalls on the River Clyde at New Lanark have been impressing visitors for centuries - from Wordsworth to Coleridge, and J. M. W. Turner to Sir Walter Scott.
ROOF GARDEN
Be inspired by the design and amazed at the stunning views of our unique Roof Garden.
Developing the award winning Clearburn Play & Picnic Area
Award: In March 2015 Clearburn Play and Picnic Area was awarded a ‘High Commendation’ Award at the Scottish Civic Trust’s My Place 2015 Awards.
Award: In September 2015 Clearburn was awarded a ‘Commendation for a community play space within a national tourist attraction’ by the Nancy Ovens Trust.
Award: In March 2016 Clearburn was awarded ‘Best Picnic Area within a UK Heritage Location’ at the Hudsons Heritage Awards 2016.
Children from New Lanark Primary School, Robert Owen Memorial Primary School and Lanark Primary School played a key role in the development of the play area. All of the school children who were involved with the project have had their names carved into a bench so that their contributions will be recognised for years to come.
“The pupils and volunteers have been integral to the development of Clearburn picnic and play area” said Jane Masters, Heritage Manager at New Lanark. “They have helped to create a wonderful space that everyone involved should be proud of and will be enjoyed for years to come.”
Volunteers from Clyde and Avon Valley Landscape Partnership and Clydesdale Community Initiatives have constructed a willow dome which is as a centre piece of the play area. Among other things, the dome is used for children’s story telling sessions. The dome is formed by weaving living willow together into a framework. The creation of Clearburn Picnic & Play Area was assisted by Russell Play.
More attractions
Annie McLeod Experience
Travel back in time on the Annie McLeod Experience Ride! Enter the spirit world of New Lanark and be taken on a fascinating journey of discovery by the ghost of mill worker Annie McLeod.
Exhibitions
We host a number of prominent touring exhibitions annually and would be delighted to discuss any opportunities to host exhibitions.
Falls of Clyde
These magnificent waterfalls on the River Clyde at New Lanark have been impressing visitors for centuries – from Wordsworth to Coleridge, and J. M. W. Turner to Sir Walter Scott.