Towns & cities · Scottish Lowlands
Glassford
Glassford — village in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Larkhall · 5.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Glassford, the nearest railway station is Larkhall, located 5.4 km away. The postcode for Glassford is ML10 6TF, and entry to the town is free. Accessibility details are not provided.
About
Glassford is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 640 people. Wikidata describes it as: "village in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 55.7003°, -4.0289°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Glassford (; locally known as The Glesart ) is a small village located 8 kilometres (5 mi) south of Hamilton, and 3 kilometres (2 mi) north-east of Strathaven, in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. It has a population of roughly 500–600 people. Features include the 19th-century Parish Church, and the remains of the 17th-century church, both of which are category B listed buildings. The Avon Water offers fishing and walks. The local No.13 or No 256 bus service comes through the village once every hour.
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- Coordinates
- 55.7003, -4.0289
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- ML10 6TF
- Parliamentary constituency
- East Kilbride and Strathaven
- Population
- 640
- Nearest railway station
- Larkhall — 5.4 km
Sources
Other places nearby
Parish Church and Graveyard, Townhead Street, Glassford
Historic churches · 0.0 km
Old Church, Glassford
Historic churches · 0.6 km
Law Knowe
Mountains & hills · 1.5 km
Churchyard and Martyr's Tomb, St Ninian's Church, Manse Road, Stonehouse
Historic churches · 2.2 km
Linthaugh Bridge
Historic bridges · 2.5 km
Alexander Hamilton Memorial Fountain
Memorials & monuments · 2.6 km
Stonehouse
Villages · 2.7 km
Stonehouse Church, Vicars Road, Stonehouse
Historic churches · 2.7 km
Paterson United Free Church, Lawrie Street, Stonehouse
Historic churches · 2.9 km
Rex Cinema
Theatres · 2.9 km
Crooked Stone, standing stone 225m N of Crookedstone
Windmills · 3.0 km
Darngaber Castle, Motte
Castles · 3.0 km
Glassford is a village in central Scotland with a population of 640. Our guide lists nearby attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 640
- Constituency
- East Kilbride and Strathaven
- Top categories near here
Things to see in Glassford
124 attractions within 12 km — showing the 24 most editorially-significant. Full guide: things to do in Glassford →
📷 3Museums · Scottish Lowlands
John Hastie Museum, 8 Threestanes Road, Strathaven
John Hastie Museum, 8 Threestanes Road, Strathaven — architectural structure in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK.
📷 4Cemeteries · Scottish Lowlands
Larkhall Cemetery
Larkhall Cemetery is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic bridges · Scottish Lowlands
Larkhall Viaduct
Larkhall Viaduct is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
📷 5Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Millennium Stone
Millennium Stone is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Castles · Scottish Lowlands
Strathaven Castle
Strathaven Castle — castle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK.
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📷 3Theatres · Scottish Lowlands
Empire Theatre, Shotts
Empire Theatre, Shotts in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Castles · Scottish Lowlands
Darngaber Castle, Motte
Darngaber Castle, Motte — a castle in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Drumclog Memorial Stone
Drumclog Memorial Stone — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Robert Smillie Memorial Park Gate
Robert Smillie Memorial Park Gate — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
James Wilson Memorial Plaque
James Wilson Memorial Plaque — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Covenanter Memorial - John Paterson & William Barrie
Covenanter Memorial - John Paterson & William Barrie — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Rifleman Khan and Lance Corporal J Muldoon Memorial
Rifleman Khan and Lance Corporal J Muldoon Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Alexander Hamilton Memorial Fountain
Alexander Hamilton Memorial Fountain — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Quarter Colliery Disaster Memorial
Quarter Colliery Disaster Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 4Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Robert Smillie Park
Robert Smillie Park — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Dalserf Kirk
Dalserf Kirk — category A listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Parish Church and Graveyard, Townhead Street, Glassford
Parish Church and Graveyard, Townhead Street, Glassford — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Churchyard and Martyr's Tomb, St Ninian's Church, Manse Road, Stonehouse
Churchyard and Martyr's Tomb, St Ninian's Church, Manse Road, Stonehouse — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Old Church, Glassford
Old Church, Glassford — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Stonehouse Church, Vicars Road, Stonehouse
Stonehouse Church, Vicars Road, Stonehouse — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
West Church, Townhead Street, Strathaven
West Church, Townhead Street, Strathaven — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Raploch Road, Larkhall
St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Raploch Road, Larkhall — category C listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Nearby
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Parish Church and Graveyard, Townhead Street, Glassford
Parish Church and Graveyard, Townhead Street, Glassford — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Old Church, Glassford
Old Church, Glassford — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Law Knowe
Law Knowe — mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 233 m.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Churchyard and Martyr's Tomb, St Ninian's Church, Manse Road, Stonehouse
Churchyard and Martyr's Tomb, St Ninian's Church, Manse Road, Stonehouse — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic bridges · Scottish Lowlands
Linthaugh Bridge
Linthaugh Bridge — category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Alexander Hamilton Memorial Fountain
Alexander Hamilton Memorial Fountain — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Glassford
Places to stay
📷 5
📷 5Hotels · Scottish Lowlands
Crutherland House Hotel
Crutherland House Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.
📷 5Hotels · Central Scotland
Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park
Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park — a hotel in scotland central. 3-star. Brand: Hampton.
📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Strathclyde Park Camping & Caravan Site
Strathclyde Park Camping & Caravan Site — a caravan park in scotland central.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Clyde Valley Caravan Park
Clyde Valley Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
📷 5Hotels · Central Scotland
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde — a hotel in scotland central. 4-star. Brand: DoubleTree by Hilton.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
The Rowan Tree Inn, 62 Old Mill Road, Uddingston
The Rowan Tree Inn, 62 Old Mill Road, Uddingston in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
The Clydesdale Inn
The Clydesdale Inn in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Cross Keys Inn, 1 Montgomery Street, Eaglesham
Cross Keys Inn, 1 Montgomery Street, Eaglesham in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Swan Inn, 23 Polnoon Street, Eaglesham
Swan Inn, 23 Polnoon Street, Eaglesham in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Portland Arms Public House, 1169 Shettleston Road, Glasgow
Portland Arms Public House, 1169 Shettleston Road, Glasgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Douglas Arms Hotel, Douglas
Douglas Arms Hotel, Douglas in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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📷 4Frequently asked questions
- Where is Glassford?
- Glassford is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode ML10 6TF).
- What is Glassford?
- Glassford — village in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Glassford?
- The nearest railway station is Larkhall, about 5.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode ML10 6TF.
- Is Glassford free to visit?
- Yes, Glassford is free to enter.
- How do I get to Glassford?
- The nearest railway station is Larkhall, about 5.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ML10 6TF.