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Things to see in Lanark (United Kingdom): 21 places and when to go
Lanark is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 21 places in and around it, mainly Nature (9), Wildlife (6), History (4). The best known are New Lanark, Craignethan Castle and Douglas Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 47. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 55.6628, -3.7847
- Places
- 21 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (9) · Wildlife (6) · History (4) · Museums and art (4) · Mountains (3) · Temples (3)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 41 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Tinto, at 711 m.
What to see in Lanark
The places in and around Lanark, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- New LanarkNature · History3 m
- Craignethan Castle16th century castle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK, at the confluence of the River Nethan and the Craignethan Burn7.4 km
- Douglas CastleCastle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK11 km
- TintoMountain in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK11 km
- Lee Castle, South LanarkshireCastle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK4.7 km
- St Ignatius Church, WishawCatholic church in North Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK15 km
- St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, LanarkChurch in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK1.3 km
- Biggar Gasworks MuseumMuseum in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK17 km
- Black HillHill in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK4.7 km
- Robert Owen's House, 3 Rosedale Street, New LanarkArchitectural structure in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK229 m
- St Nicholas Parish Church, LanarkChurch building in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK1.2 km
- Biggar and Upper Clydesdale MuseumMuseum in Biggar, South Lanarkshire, Scotland, United Kingdom17 km
- Broughton AlesBrewery in Broughton, Scottish Borders24 km
- Cartland Crags - Clyde Valley Woodlands NNRProtected area2.4 km
- Cleghorn Glen - Clyde Valley Woodlands NNRProtected area3.3 km
- Clyde Valley Family ParkWith kids5.9 km
- Douglas Heritage MuseumMuseum in Douglas, Scotland, UK12 km
- Greenhead Moss Community Nature ParkProtected area14 km
- Lower Nethan Gorge - Clyde Valley Woodlands NNRProtected area7.0 km
- Mauldslie Woods - Clyde Valley Woodlands NNRProtected area12 km
- Quothquan LawHillfort in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK12 km
When to go to Lanark
The best time to visit Lanark is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:22
- FebPossible9:18
- MarPossible11:27
- AprBest time13:52
- MayBest time15:59
- JunBest time17:13
- JulBest time16:42
- AugBest time14:48
- SepBest time12:26
- OctPossible10:05
- NovBetter not7:56
- DecPossible6:47
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 47. In April, 21 of the 21 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Lanark
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 41 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Livingston60 places28 km
- Sanquhar11 places34 km
- Peebles44 places37 km
- Glasgow164 places38 km
- Dumfries & Galloway21 places41 km
- Edinburgh215 places48 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Lanark?
The best known: New Lanark, Craignethan Castle, Douglas Castle, Tinto, Lee Castle, South Lanarkshire. In all, 21 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Lanark?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 47.
How do you get to Lanark?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 41 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Lanark as the destination and these 21 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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