Car Hire in Motherwell - North Lanarkshire Centre
Motherwell, once the heart of Scotland's steel industry, has reinvented itself while honouring its proud industrial heritage. Situated in North Lanarkshire with excellent motorway connections, Motherwell offers easy access to Glasgow, Edinburgh, and the Highlands. The town is home to Strathclyde Country Park, one of Scotland's top leisure destinations, and provides a practical, good-value base for exploring central Scotland. Historic sites like Bothwell Castle are minutes away, while the regenerated town centre offers modern shopping. With a hire car from Motherwell, you can explore Lanarkshire's heritage or use it as a springboard for wider Scottish adventures.
Motherwell and District
Strathclyde Country Park
1,600-acre park with watersports, theme park (M&D's), nature reserve, and Romans & Baths exhibition at the mausoleum.
Bothwell Castle
Scotland's largest and finest 13th-century castle, dramatically sited above the Clyde. Historic Scotland site.
Dalzell House & Estate
Baron's mansion in woodland park with walks through ancient oak woods and ornamental gardens.
M&D's Scotland's Theme Park
Scotland's largest theme park at Strathclyde Loch with rollercoasters, rides, and attractions.
North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
Museum telling the story of the area from prehistoric times through the industrial revolution.
Driving from Motherwell
Main Roads
- • M74 - South to Carlisle, links to M8 for Edinburgh
- • M8 - West to Glasgow (15 mins)
- • A721 - East to Wishaw and Carluke
- • A723 - South to Hamilton
- • A73 - Northeast to Airdrie
- • M80 - Via M8/M73 to Stirling and north
Driving Tips
- • Junction 6 of M74 for town centre, Junction 5 for Strathclyde Park
- • Excellent motorway network - everywhere is accessible
- • Strathclyde Park can be busy on summer weekends
- • Easy alternative to Glasgow Airport via M8
- • Rush hour traffic on M8 Glasgow-bound can be slow
Parking
Town centre parking at Brandon Parade and Civic Centre. Strathclyde Park has large car parks (charges apply). Bothwell Castle has free Historic Scotland parking. Good parking at all retail parks.
Why Hire a Car in Motherwell
- Excellent motorway access to all of Scotland
- Family-friendly base near Strathclyde Park
- Visit Bothwell Castle and Clyde heritage
- Easy Glasgow and Edinburgh day trips
- Good value accommodation and car hire
- Practical base for central Scotland touring
Nearby Destinations
Local Tip
Visit Bothwell Castle then walk along the Clyde Walkway towards Blantyre - the riverside path passes through beautiful woodland and connects to the David Livingstone Centre. About 3 miles one way.
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