Cemeteries · Central Scotland
Larkhall Cemetery
Also known as: Larkhall, Taigh na h-Uiseig
Larkhall Cemetery is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Merryton · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Larkhall Cemetery is a named cemetery in the United Kingdom. Address: Duke Street, Larkhall, ML9 2AL. Coordinates: 55.7454°, -3.9683°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Larkhall (Scottish Gaelic: Taigh na h-Uiseig) is a town in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, around 14 miles (23 km) southeast of Glasgow. It is twinned with Seclin in northern France. Larkhall sits on high ground between the River Clyde to the East and the Avon Water to the West. Larkhall sits on the edge of the scenic Clyde valley and is a commuter town for Glasgow. Larkhall had a population of 14,951 in the 2011 UK Census, and is a typical Scottish former industrial town. Traditionally a mining, weaving and textile area, most of Larkhall's traditional industries have now closed down, including the Lanarkshire ironworks.
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Background
History
One of the town's most notable historical landmarks is the Morgan Glen viaduct standing over the Avon Water. The viaduct was built between 1898 and 1904 for the Caledonian Railway company by Sir William Arrol & Co. It spans some 285 yd, and at a height of 175 ft, it is the tallest viaduct in Scotland. The viaduct is in a state of disrepair since the closure of the railway line in 1965 and is closed to public access for safety reasons. In the 1990s, the viaduct was under the threat of dismantling but was protected by a local heritage group. The viaduct is Category B listed. Glenview memorial fountain is a local fountain and artwork in the town, originally produced by the Saracen Foundry. On…
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- Coordinates
- 55.7454, -3.9683
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- ML9 2AL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hamilton and Clyde Valley
- Phone
- +44 303 123 1016
- Nearest railway station
- Merryton — 0.7 km
- Official site
- www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Sources
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Larkhall Cemetery?
- Larkhall Cemetery is in Central Scotland, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 55.7454°, -3.9683°. The nearest railway station is Merryton, around 0.7 km away.
- Is Larkhall Cemetery free to visit?
- Yes — admission to Larkhall Cemetery is free.