Begin at Biggar
Start your day out by heading along the picturesque A702 until you reach the busy market town of Biggar. You'll find this historic town offers you a wealth of fun, interactive museums and visitor centres.
Carmichael Visitor Centre
The Carmichael Visitor Centre is worth a visit. As well as the fascinating Edinburgh Wax Model Collection, there's an excellent adventure playground and indoor play barn - so you can let the kids run wild and burn off some energy! There are loads of animals, from ducks to deer - and if you're feeling adventurous, there's horse or pony trekking around the estate. Or if you prefer pedal power, why not hire a bike?
Once you've worked up an appetite, you could break for lunch at the Clan Farmhouse Kitchen Licensed Restaurant which serves meals and snacks all day - often with fresh produce from the Carmichael estate. As well all as an excellent souvenir and gift shop, the centre boasts an impressive 90-foot renewable energy wind turbine - quite a sight to see!
Biggar Puppet Theatre
Feeling refreshed? Head for the Biggar Puppet Theatre. For almost 3 generations, these well-established puppeteers have been welcomed in towns and cities up and down the country - as well as appearing on TV countless times. Their world renowned shows thrill and captivate children, but adults can't help enjoying these imaginative performances as well! The theatre offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy this remarkable touring group that's known around the world.
New Lanark
Time to move on - to New Lanark. This 18th century cotton mill village has been beautifully restored, earning it the status of UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The award-winning visitor centre brings history to life in a way that everyone in the family can enjoy - and kids especially love Annie McLeod's Story. This imaginative presentation features the ghost of a former Mill Girl telling her story of life in New Lanark in 1820. History has never been more fun.
Why not end your day with a relaxing walk? There are three waterfalls upstream from New Lanark, including the Falls of Clyde. The nearest is right next to the village, or you can choose a 25 or 45 minute walk. In fact, the Scottish Wildlife Trust Falls of Clyde Nature Reserve has some beautiful riverside walks, and is a great way for kids to discover more about nature.