Motherwell
Things to do in Motherwell, Lanarkshire
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Motherwell is a town built around leisure and escape. M&D's Scotland's Theme Park dominates the visitor landscape, rated 3.9 from over 5,400 reviews, offering rides and attractions across its grounds. Alongside it sits Strathclyde Country Park, rated 4.3 from nearly 800 reviews, which provides a different kind of outdoor experience with walking, water sports, and open space. For something smaller in scale, Amazonia (4.0 from 653 reviews) and Aquatec Motherwell (3.8 from 289 reviews) offer indoor attractions, while the RSPB Scotland Barons Haugh Nature Reserve (4.5 from 237 reviews) appeals to those interested in birdwatching and wildlife.
The North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre (4.3 from 167 reviews) offers context for the area's past. Most visitors come to Motherwell as a base for the theme park or country park rather than as a destination in itself, though both those attractions have enough to occupy a day or more. The town sits well-connected to other parts of central Scotland, making it a natural stopping point.
Where to stay in Motherwell(7)
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The town has a solid range of places to stay, from chain hotels like the Dakota Eurocentral (4.4 from 1,363 reviews) and Premier Inn Glasgow Motherwell (4.2 from 576 reviews) to smaller independent lodges. Two campsites operate in the area, both associated with the major attractions. For eating, there are more than a handful of restaurants and cafes to choose from, including The Steelworks Bar and Grill (4.2 from 489 reviews), Costa Ltd (4.5 from 300 reviews), and Ravens Cliff (4.2 from 206 reviews), alongside quieter spots like Cafe Bernadette (4.8 from 16 reviews) and The Deli (4.7 from 28 reviews).
Best Western Motherwell Centre Moorings Hotel
114 Hamilton Road, Motherwell
Dakota Eurocentral
1-3 Parklands Avenue, Motherwell
Holiday Inn Express Strathclyde Park M74 JCT 5
Strathclyde Country Park, Motherwell
Innkeepers Lodge Glasgow Strathclyde Park
Strathclyde Park Toby Carvery, Motherwell
Premier Inn Glasgow Motherwell
Edinburgh Road, Motherwell
Ridgeland House
Ridgeland House, South Lanridge Farm, Linrigg Road, Motherwell
The Ravens Cliff Lodge by Marstons Inns
Prospecthill Road, Motherwell
Things to Do in Motherwell(7)
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Attractions Near Motherwell
All attractions in Motherwell →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Motherwell.
2 mi
Hamilton Ice Rink
Hamilton · ⭐ 4.5
2 mi
Vue Hamilton
Hamilton · ⭐ 4.3
2 mi
Glasgow Club Easterhouse Pool
Glasgow · ⭐ 4.3
2 mi
Ibrox Stadium Tour
Glasgow · ⭐ 4.3
3 mi
Hamilton Water Palace
Hamilton · ⭐ 3.7
3 mi
Chatelherault Country Park
Hamilton · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
Wishaw Sports Centre
Wishaw · ⭐ 4.1
4 mi
David Livingstone Birthplace
Blantyre · ⭐ 4.4
Camping in Motherwell(2)
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M and D's Theme Park
⭐ 3.9 · from £15/night
Strathclyde Country Park
⭐ 4.3
Strathclyde Country Park
⭐ 4.3
Strathclyde Country Park Club Campsite
⭐ 4.3 · from £26/night
Eden Leisure Village
⭐ 4.8 · from £38/night
Craigendmuir Park
from £24/night
Red Deer Village Holiday Park
⭐ 4.2 · from £24/night
Red Deer Village Holiday Park
⭐ 4.2
Self-Catering Cottages in Motherwell
All cottages in Motherwell →Kirklea
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £847
Riverside Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 6
Torland
5 bed · sleeps 10 · from £877
Copper Beech Cabin
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £1,232
Punch Tree Lodge
1 bed · sleeps 2
Seven Seasons
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £771
Lochinvar Clydesdale Cabin
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £832
Craigpark Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £581
Common questions about Motherwell
How many campsites are there in Motherwell?
We list 2 campsites in and around Motherwell, of which 1 take tents.
Which campsites in Motherwell have electric hook-up?
1 of the 2 campsites we list in Motherwell offer an electric hook-up.
Where can I stay in Motherwell?
We list 7 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Motherwell.
What is there to do in Motherwell?
We list 7 attractions and things to do in and around Motherwell.
Where can I eat in Motherwell?
We list 10 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Motherwell.
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