Coatbridge offers breathtaking scenery and a wealth of history, so it has much to offer the visitor. Be sure to visit the Scottish Summer Life Industrial Museum to immerse yourself in Coatbridge’s industrial heritage. The Drumpellier Country Park is a picturesque treasure trove of wildlife. With beautiful lakes, vast meadows and a wealth of birdlife, the Park is a nature lover’s paradise. The Summerlee Street Art Tour showcases stunning murals telling the city’s history and local legends.
Location
Coatbridge lies two miles east of the City of Glasgow border. Coatbridge falls within the unitary authority of North Lanarkshire.
Drumpellier Country Park
Drumpellier Country Park has over 500 acres to explore, as well as a Visitor Centre, Peace Garden, nature trails, picnic areas and children’s play areas. There are a variety of habitats to explore with children, including 2 lakes, lowland heathland, open meadows, mixed woodland and the Monksland Canal. The lakes and canal attract large numbers of waterfowl, and the woodlands have an abundance of birds and other wildlife.
Monkland Canal
Monkland Canal is a historic waterway in Scotland, offers a pleasant walking and cycling route. The canal, originally built to transport coal to Glasgow, is now a recreational area with wildlife and scenic views, particularly along the Summerlee Monkland Canal & Calder Trail.
Monkland Canal Wander
Take a short journey from the canal and discover the magnificent views. A tapestry of enchanting attractions awaits you along the peaceful Monkland Canal. Discover the vibrant cultural heart of Glasgow’s West End with its rich museums, country parks and fascinating art galleries. As you reach Bank Street Basin you will see a series of public art works reflecting Coatbridge’s coal mining, iron smelting and steelmaking heritage. Oh, and Lees’ Snowballs, which was once made in the city too!
Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life
The Museum of Scottish Industrial Life features interactive exhibits and hands-on activities for children to explore Lanarkshire’s industrial past. The museum offers rides on restored trams and a range of events throughout the year and is located a 2 mile walk from the north end of the canal.
St Patrick’s Catholic Church
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, located in the suburb of Whifflet in Coatbridge, Scotland, is an architectural gem built in 1848. An impressive staircase beckons you to enter. St. Patrick’s Church has two function rooms that can be used for community events. The building is a place for both worship and social gatherings in the community.
The Time Capsule
Time Capsule, a family attraction with a water park. Time Capsule in Coatbridge. Time Capsule offers members a range of health and fitness facilities, including cardio and strength training equipment in the gym, and training and leisure pools to suit your relaxation and fitness needs. Don’t miss Splashdown Island with its giant tipping bucket of water, powerful water cannons and randomly activated water jets.
Ride the 100m high-speed Storm Chasers, Thunder and Lightning with their amazing twisting twin slides, then test your strength and endurance in the Tsunami wave pool. Afterwards, float down the Riptide River, a lazy river with a quick finish! The Beach or Waterfall café and ice skating rink are also available on site. Time Capsule can also host themed birthday parties.
