Join us for FREE sessions on Saturday 19th of September to celebrate Lanarkshire Climate Action Festival!

Session 1: Family Friendly Morning Session -  Bug Hunters -  11am-12:30pm

Grab your boots, trowel and magnifying glass and join in the muddy fun at New Lanark’s Bug Hunters!

Bug Hunters is a fun and outdoors nature session at New Lanark’s Clearburn Park, packed with creepy crawlies, wetlands plants and some nature crafts!

• Location: Clearburn Park, New Lanark Visitor Centre, New Lanark

• Session includes:

  • Bug spotting at our Bug “Air bee ‘n’ bee”

  • Find your tree in Which Tree is Me

  • Nature crafts!

  • Roast marshmallows at our (supervised!) firepit

Recommended age: 5 to 12 years old. Children must be able to walk around the site comfortably.

Suitable footwear and clothing is recommended (boots/trainers/jacket).

If you have your own trowel, you are welcome to bring it along (otherwise trowels will be supplied!).

Limited spaces – early booking recommended

Session 2: Family Friendly Afternoon Session - Hydropower Tour -  2pm-3pm

Step back in time and uncover how the River Clyde helped shape Scotland’s industrial and energy heritage. From the founding of the New Lanark mills in the 18th century, to the development of pioneering hydroelectric schemes, you’ll hear fascinating insights into how water power drove industry, supported communities, and continues to generate renewable energy today.

• Starting location - New Lanark Visitor Centre

• FREE - tickets must be booked in advance

Limited spaces – early booking recommended

More information about Lanarkshire Climate Action Festival can be found online here: Welcome - Lanarkshire Climate Action Festival