Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life
Announcement
Event days at the museum are very busy. We recommend parking elsewhere and approaching the museum on foot. See below for more information on travel options.
We’re open 7 days a week and offer free entry. Perfect for family fun!
Climb, slide and play in the adventure park, wander through Miners Row to step into the past, or uncover the incredible story of Lanarkshire’s industrial heritage. With so much to see and do, every visit is a new adventure.
No booking is needed unless you’re visiting as a group of 10+ or with a school. If so, give us a call on 01236 638460 and we’ll be happy to help
Cafe & Picnic Areas
Summerlee Cafe is located next to the exhibition hall, offering delicious breakfast and lunch options. We also offer picnic benches and areas for visitors to enjoy their own food.
What’s on at Summerlee
Where to find us
Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life
Heritage Way
Coatbridge
ML5 1QD
Phone: 01236 638460
Email: museums@northlan.gov.uk
Opening hours
Monday – Sunday: 10am – 4pm
North Lanarkshire School Holidays (including Easter, Summer and October Week): 10am – 5pm
Plan your visit
We’re really easy to reach — and if you travel by train, bus, bike or on foot, you’ll even enjoy 10% off in our sweet shop!
- Just a 10-minute walk from Coatbridge’s train and bus stops
- Direct trains from: Glasgow (25 mins), Edinburgh (55 mins), Dumbarton (50 mins)
- Direct buses from: Glasgow, Livingston, East Kilbride and more
- On National Cycle Route 75, with bike racks at both entrances (bikes can’t be ridden inside the museum gates)
Prefer to drive? There is parking a short walk from the museum:
- Baird Street Car Park (ML5 3DH)
- Time Capsule (ML5 1DL)
We have a small car park on site including limited disabled parking (6 spaces).
Accessibility
We want everyone to enjoy their visit:
- Full access guide available on AccessAble
- Fully accessible exhibition hall
- Lift access to the gallery and Ironworks viewing pod
- Wheelchair-accessible tram (currently under repair)
If you have any questions about accessibility, please call 01698 274590 or email.
Other information
- Bikes, scooters and skateboards cannot be used inside the museum grounds. (6 spaces).
- Fishing in the canal is not permitted.
- Under-14s must be accompanied by an adult.
- Assistance dogs only.
Room booking
You can book spaces within Summerleee for your event. Please get in touch with the team to discuss your requirements.
