Theatres · Scottish Lowlands
Purves Puppet Theatre
In or near Carnwath.
Purves Puppet Theatre is a theatre in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–3 h
- Paid entry
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Purves Puppet Theatre is a working theatre in the United Kingdom, listed in OpenStreetMap as a public performance venue. Coordinates: 55.6243°, -3.5148°.
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Official information
The Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum showcases 14,000 years of local history, featuring exhibits that highlight the area's rural life and significant historical figures. Visitors can explore various artifacts, including Scotland's oldest gun and a Victorian street scene.
Place summary
Purves Puppet Theatre is a theatre located in central Scotland, postcode ML12. It is known for its unique focus on puppetry, showcasing a variety of performances that highlight this art form. The theatre serves as a cultural hub for both locals and visitors.
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- Coordinates
- 55.6243, -3.5148
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- ML12 6DD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
- Phone
- 01899 221 050
- Opening
- April – Dec: Tue–Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 1pm–5pm; Jan–Mar: Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 1pm–5pm
- Official site
- www.biggarmuseumtrust.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n4342519084 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Purves Puppet Theatre?
- Purves Puppet Theatre is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode ML12 6DD).
- What is Purves Puppet Theatre?
- Purves Puppet Theatre is a theatre in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Purves Puppet Theatre?
- Drivers can use postcode ML12 6DD.
- How do I get to Purves Puppet Theatre?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ML12 6DD. It sits within the Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale parliamentary constituency.