What to do and see in Motherwell, Scotland: The Best Free Things to do

January 23, 2022 Jasper Kershner

Motherwell (Scots: Mitherwall, Scottish Gaelic: Tobar na Màthar) is a large town and former burgh in North Lanarkshire, Scotland, south east of Glasgow. It has a population of around 32,120. Historically in the parish of Dalziel and part of Lanarkshire, Motherwell is the headquarters for North Lanarkshire Council. Geographically the River Clyde separates Motherwell from Hamilton to the west whereas the South Calder Water separates Motherwell from Carfin to the north-east and New Stevenston and Bellshill towards the north. Motherwell is also geographically close to Wishaw to the south-east.
Restaurants in Motherwell

1. Baron's Haugh

Motherwell ML1 2RT Scotland
Excellent
63%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 16 reviews

Baron's Haugh

2. National Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, Carfin Grotto

Taylor Avenue Carfin, Motherwell ML1 5AJ Scotland +44 1698 268941 http://www.carfingrotto.org
Excellent
83%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 52 reviews

National Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, Carfin Grotto

Reviewed By 10Korky10 - Stranraer, United Kingdom

I really can’t express how amazing this serene , beautifully kept place is. I only learned that it existed a couple of months ago as was in the area staying for a couple of nights with my husband. We wandered around the gardens in beautiful sunshine gasping at how wonderful Carfin grotto is. I caught mass in the chapel which made our visit even more special. I live 90 miles away but will be back. It is a free place to visit and I’ve been told there’s no more money to keep it open. We’d have happily have paid to visit. I pray that it dosent close

3. Strathclyde Country Park

366 Hamilton Road, Motherwell ML1 3ED Scotland +44 1698 402060 http://www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=6760&contactid=12387
Excellent
47%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 395 reviews

Strathclyde Country Park

Reviewed By 1Blackpool - Hamilton, United Kingdom

Enjoyed a lovely walk from the watersports centre around the loch and back took around an hour an a half and saw some of the lovely nature sights within the park and some lovely flaura and fauna.

4. Motherwell Library

35 Motherwell Library Hamilton Road, Motherwell ML1 3BZ Scotland +44 1698 332626 [email protected] http://culturenl.co.uk/libraries/your-library/motherwell-library/
Excellent
59%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
9%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 22 reviews

Motherwell Library

Motherwell Library is part of CultureNL Libraries, the public library service in North Lanarkshire. Enjoy access to books and the internet at your local library.

Reviewed By 890donnaj

Really nice building, staff are lovely and helpful. Although times have now changed , which are different to times on TripAdvisor. Pc access upstairs, unfortunately cafe no longer in building.

5. Railway Tavern

31 Merry Street, Motherwell ML1 1JJ Scotland +44 1698 267734 http://www.navantaverns.com/railway/index.html
Excellent
47%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
12%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 34 reviews

Railway Tavern

Reviewed By missmorven

Excellent bar if your waiting for a train, this is my second visit to the railway tavern due to the sporadic timetable of trains. Both times the staff have been super friendly and it has a nice buzzing atmosphere with places to sit round the bar so if your alone you don’t feel too out of place. I expect the prices may be higher than some of the other pubs near by but I’m not surprised. It’s lovely inside, music playing, racing on the screens and nice decor. Next time I’m stranded in Motherwell I’ll be back.

6. North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

Town Hall Business Centre 1 High Road, Motherwell ML1 3HU Scotland +44 1698 274590 [email protected] http://www.visitlanarkshire.com/attractions/museum-and-galleries/Motherwell-Heritage-Centre/
Excellent
29%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
8%
Terrible
21%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 48 reviews

North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

A museum and heritage centre with exhibitions, archives and local studies, activities and workshops. You can find out about the history of North Lanarkshire or research your family tree. The exhibitions change regularly and the Climb Thru Time exhibition in the tower relates the history of Motherwell. Relax in the garden area or take a look at the views over Lanarkshire and beyond from the viewing tower. Hire the conference room for meetings and community groups.

Reviewed By Pilgrimguy23 - Motherwell, United Kingdom

Very interesting displays and very kind, nice friendly atmosphere and staff. The rooftop gallery gives us a great view over Motherwell and surroundings.

7. Horseshoe Bar

1 Muir Street, Motherwell ML1 1BH Scotland +44 1698 277931
Excellent
33%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
42%
Overall Ratings

3.0 based on 12 reviews

Horseshoe Bar

8. The War Office

18/20 Milton Street, Motherwell ML1 1DQ Scotland +44 1698 254518 https://www.facebook.com/The-war-Office-149798755032073/
Excellent
50%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
20%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 10 reviews

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