Museums · Central Scotland
National Museum of Rural Life
In or near Carmunnock.
National Museum of Rural Life — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Hairmyres · 1.6 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
National Museum of Rural Life is a museum located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The National Museum of Rural Life is a museum located in central Scotland, postcode G76. It focuses on the history and culture of rural life in Scotland. The museum showcases a range of exhibits related to agriculture, rural communities, and traditional practices.
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- Coordinates
- 55.7754, -4.2212
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- G76 9HR
- Parliamentary constituency
- East Kilbride and Strathaven
- Phone
- +44 300 123 6789
- Nearest railway station
- Hairmyres — 1.6 km
- Opening
- Mo-Su 10:00-17:00
- Official site
- www.nms.ac.uk
Sources
- osm: way/85558363 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is National Museum of Rural Life?
- National Museum of Rural Life is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G76 9HR).
- What is National Museum of Rural Life?
- National Museum of Rural Life — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to National Museum of Rural Life?
- The nearest railway station is Hairmyres, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode G76 9HR.
- How do I get to National Museum of Rural Life?
- The nearest railway station is Hairmyres, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G76 9HR.