Welcome to
Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum
Explore 14,000 years of rural and small-town life in Upper Clydesdale. Discover the people who have lived and worked here from prehistoric times up to the mid-20th century.
We are closing for the Christmas / New Year holiday at 5 p.m on Sunday 17th Dec. reopening on Sat. 6th January 2024
Our Mission
Biggar Museum Trust aims to collect, store, preserve and record Biggar and Upper Clydesdale’s rich archaeological, social and historic heritage. Our modern museum is Visit Scotland 5 star rated and was officially opened by The Princess Royal on 16th October 2015. We are an independent museum run by Biggar Museum Trust and are a registered charity (SC003695).
Museum Facilities
Space for Hire
An ideal & unusual space for community activities, overnights and exhibitions.
Archive access available
You are warmly welcomed to explore the Museum archive digitally or in person.
Museum Gift Shop
A delightful selection of gifts inspired by the museum’s collections.
Disabled Access
Fully accessible for disabled visitors with a designated disabled parking space and an accessible toilet.