Corehouse
A large country house begun in 1824 by the Cranstoun family, head of Clan Cranstoun, with its estate forming part of the New Lanark World Heritage Site.
Lanark, Strathclyde, ML11 9TQ
Facilities
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Free parking
Corehouse is a pioneering example of the Tudor architectural revival in Scotland, designed by Sir Edward Blore and situated above the famous Corra Lynn Falls of Clyde.
Corehouse is a historic country house located in Lanark, Strathclyde, ML11 9TQ. It is a pioneering example of the Tudor architectural revival in Scotland, designed by Sir Edward Blore, and situated above the famous Corra Lynn Falls of Clyde.
Opening Times
The house is open on the following dates:
- May 3-7
- May 24-28
- August 2-20
Note that the house is closed on Thursdays and Fridays during these periods.
Guided Tours
- On weekdays, guided tours are available at 1:00 PM and 2:15 PM.
- On weekends, guided tours are available at 1:45 PM and 3:00 PM.
Admission
- Historic Houses members visit for free.
- Standard entry: £10
- Concession: £5
Group Visits
Group visits are available by appointment only. Light refreshments can be provided as part of the visit. For more information, contact 01555 663126 or email [email protected].
Getting Here
The house is located near Lanark, on the south bank of the River Clyde, two miles upstream from Kirkfieldbank village. The postcode is ML11 9TQ. By public transport, take a train to Lanark and then a taxi from outside the station. When driving, approach via Corehouse Drive. Pass council houses on the right, then Corehouse Farm on the left. At the lone cottage (West Lodge), turn right through the gateway immediately beyond the lodge. Parking is available in front of the house.
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Historic Houses members visit for free.
Standard Entry: £10
Concession £5.00
Group visits are available at Corehouse by appointment only.
We are able to offer light refreshments as part of your visit.
For more information please contact us:
01555663126 or [email protected]
Getting here
Lanark, Strathclyde, ML11 9TQ
The house is located near Lanark but on South bank of river Clyde, two miles upstream from Kirkfieldbank village. By public transport, train to Lanark and then a taxi from outside the station.
The post code is ML11 9TQ. It is best, when driving, to approach via Corehouse Drive. Pass council houses on right, then Corehouse farm on left. At lone cottage (West Lodge), turn right through gateway immediately beyond lodge. We are at the bottom of the road, with parking in front of house (leave park on your right).
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