Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life
This museum showcases the history of Scotland's industrial heritage and is located a 2 mile walk from the north end of the canal
Discover the story of Lanarkshire's industrial heritage, explore the expansive outdoor space, and enjoy the adventure play park. Ride on Scotland's only working heritage tramway and immerse yourself in the fascinating exhibits.
And don't forget the mine tour! Summerlee has re-constructed a traditional 'Miners Row' which shows off the domestic conditions of the mining family from the 1840's to the 1980's. Just by the cottages is the Summerlee Coal Company pithead site, complete with recreated addit mine that shows off the cramped and damp conditions in which the miners worked.
Admission to Summerlee Museum is free, making it an affordable and enjoyable activity.
Useful information
Accessibility info
Wheelchair accessible tram (currently in repair). Exhibition hall fully accessible lift to gallery space and ironworks view pod.
Food and drink
Visitors can enjoy light snacks, hot and cold drinks, and refreshments at the on site café.
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed.
