Motherwell Map

Motherwell map, view the North Lanarkshire town of Motherwell, located in the county of North Lanarkshire, Scotland.

Detailed Street Map of Motherwell North Lanarkshire & Guide to the Area

Motherwell Map North Lanarkshire: Interactive map of Motherwell, displaying the town situated in the county of North Lanarkshire, Scotland, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Motherwell area and a Motherwell town centre map, showing Motherwell Railway Station.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Motherwell map are: Asda Motherwell, Tesco Extra, Lidl, Marks & Spencer Simply Food, Brandon Shopping Centre, Motherwell Library, M&D's Scotland's Theme Park, Strathclyde Country Park Watersports Centre, Motherwell Concert Hall and Theatre, North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre, The Electric Bar, Windmill Tavern, The Brandon Works, The Railway Tavern, Dalziel Park Hotel & Golf Club, Bentley Hotel, Alhambra Bar, Da Claudio, Tony Macaroni, The Copperwood, Sizzlers, Aroma Coffee House, Artisan's Lounge, Blue Sky Massage, Revive Hair & Beauty, Specsavers, Boots, Superdrug, Waterstones, WHSmith, Primark, JD Sports, Motherwell Train Station, Civic Centre, Motherwell Police Office, University Hospital Wishaw, Dalziel High School, Braidhurst High School, Cathedral Primary School, Knowetop Primary School, Roman Catholic Cathedral Church of Our Lady of Good Aid, Motherwell Football Club, Fir Park Stadium, Forgewood Community Centre, North Lanarkshire Council Offices, Nuffield Health Motherwell, Torrance Park Golf Course, Motherwell South Parish Church, Jerviston House.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Wishaw, Bellshill, Holytown, Carfin, Newarthill, New Stevenston, Cleland, Overtown, Cambusnethan, Shotts, Allanton, Bonkle, Salsburgh, Harthill, Chapelhall, Airdrie, Coatbridge, Viewpark, Tannochside, Uddingston, Hamilton, Bothwell, Blantyre, Larkhall, Stonehouse, Law, Birkenshaw, Mossend, Calderbank, Glenboig, Bargeddie, Moodiesburn, Chryston.

Motherwell is a well-connected town in North Lanarkshire, just a stone's throw southeast of Glasgow. Once famed for its steel production, it's now a place that blends its industrial past with a more modern, suburban feel. You've got large green spaces, family-friendly neighbourhoods, decent shopping, and some surprisingly scenic spots dotted around. It's not the sort of place that shouts for attention, but there's a quiet sense of pride running through it that's hard to miss.

The town's story is rooted in the iron and steel boom of the 19th century, when it grew from a small rural village into a major industrial hub. Ravenscraig Steelworks put Motherwell on the map, and for a long time it was at the heart of Scotland's heavy industry. While the steelworks closed in the early '90s, the town adapted and moved on. These days, Motherwell has a population of around 33,000, and while traces of its industrial heritage are still visible, it's developed into a lively commuter town with strong links to Glasgow and the surrounding region.

There's more to do here than you might expect. Strathclyde Country Park is right on the doorstep, offering a massive expanse of water and woodland that's popular for walking, cycling, and water sports. M&D's Scotland's Theme Park sits on the edge of the park and is always a hit with families. The North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre in the town is worth a visit too—it's great for getting a feel for the local history. For something more stately, Chatelherault Country Park, run by the National Trust for Scotland, is just over in Hamilton. It's got lovely walking trails, a visitor centre and the remains of a grand hunting lodge. Not far off, Bothwell Castle adds a bit of medieval drama to the area. English Heritage don't have a big presence here, but you won't be short of historical spots to explore nearby.

Across North Lanarkshire, there's a good spread of attractions that make the area more than just a commuter belt. Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life in Coatbridge is a great shout if you're into the history of coal mining and steel. Drumpellier Country Park offers peaceful lochside walks and woodlands, while Palacerigg Country Park near Cumbernauld is home to rare breeds and plenty of space for the kids to run about. For something a bit off the beaten track, the Seven Lochs Wetland Park stretches partly into the area and is brilliant for birdwatching and slow days outdoors.

Getting in and out of Motherwell is easy, which is part of its appeal. It sits close to the M74 motorway, making road links to Glasgow, Edinburgh and further south a breeze. Motherwell train station is a busy hub with regular services to Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley and even London via Avanti West Coast. You can be in Glasgow in under 20 minutes. For flights, Glasgow Airport is the closest major one, about 30 minutes away by car or taxi. Buses are regular, and local services connect well with neighbouring towns, while the roads in and around Motherwell are well maintained and easy to navigate.

North Lanarkshire as a county has a bit of everything. Once heavily industrial, it's now a mix of residential towns, open countryside and post-industrial landscapes that are being steadily reclaimed by nature and community life. It stretches from Kilsyth in the north right down to the Clyde Valley in the south, with lots of towns in between like Airdrie, Coatbridge and Wishaw. There's a strong local identity, shaped by years of hard graft in mines and mills, but it's softened by a growing focus on parks, education and new housing developments. It's still a work in progress in places, but there's real heart here.

We hope you found this Motherwell tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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