Schools Overview – New Lanark Visitor Centre
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Schools Overview
Engage and inspire your class with a visit to a World Heritage Site…
New Lanark World Heritage Site welcomes groups of all ages. The Site is a fantastic resource for schools to explore. We offer a range of fun interactive opportunities that
bring learning to life in a very special setting. Enjoy the Visitor Centre which is open all year round, along with a choice of activities that are designed to support the Curriculum for Excellence and provide a valuable and interesting, cross-curricular learning experience outside the classroom.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
What are you learning this term?
The Story of New Lanark, the Industrial Revolution, Textiles & Cotton Mills, the
Victorians, School in the Past, World Heritage, Water Power and Renewable Energy,
the Co-operative Movement
Groups studying these topics regularly visit us. Get in touch to talk about your
learning objectives and we might be able to create a bespoke visit for you.
SCHEDULING A VISIT
A customised plan to suit your group
We can offer a full day, half day, or a customised visit depending on your needs. We have great group rates for visiting learning groups. New Lanark is also part of the Scottish Government’s Travel Subsidy Scheme for Scottish Schools, offering up to 75% support for travel costs.
A full day visit normally consists of a guided activity with time to independently visit the Annie McLeod Ride, Robert Owen’s School for Children or other exhibition areas of interest with some free time for lunch, outdoor play and/or a visit to the gift shop! A schedule is created for your group to follow and make your visit as easy and enjoyable as possible.
For more information and FAQs about visiting, browse our website or click the link below to download our Learning Visit Information Pack.
LEARNING INFORMATION PACK
BOOK YOUR LEARNING VISIT
Publications & Resources
Chronology of the restoration & development programme at New Lanark, 1963 – 2009
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Our Collections
The collection helps to tell the fascinating story of New Lanark, from its days as a working mill, to its decline, restoration and inscription as a World Heritage site.
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Colleges & Universities
New Lanark is a unique and stimulating destination for field and study visits.
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