National Museum of Rural Life

Event
Go Wild in Autumn

14 Oct - 22 Oct 2017

Holiday fun for active adventurers this autumn at the National Museum of Rural Life, East Kilbride.

Event
Halloween

31 Oct 2017
17:00-19:00

Spooky happenings in the country this Halloween at the National Museum of Rural Life, East Kilbride.

Event
Autumn Stargazing

8 Nov 2017
19:00-21:00

Look to the skies above the National Museum of Rural Life, East Kilbride.

Harvesting machinery of the 20th century

At the National Museum of Rural Life, East Kilbride we have a significant collection of 20th century harvesting machines in our large machinery store. There are examples of machines used in the different aspects of harvesting from combines, threshing and baling machines.

Feature
Farm Matters

Visit Wester Kittochside to see the daily happenings on our 1950s working farm.

Feature
Become a Member

Members receive generous discounts plus free access to National Museum of Rural Life and special events throughout the year!

Museum information

Opening times

Daily: 10:00-17:00
Closed 25 and 26 December and 1 January

Shielings Café

Due to essential maintenance, the Shielings Café will be serving cold food only on Monday 2 October, apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Farm Explorer

Please be aware the Farm Explorer Tractor Trailer Ride will not be running Monday 9 October, apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Admission

Adult: £7
Concessions: £6
Child: £4 (under 5 free)
Family £19 (2 adults and 2 children)
National Museums Scotland Members: Free
National Trust Scotland Members and National Art Pass holders: Free except for certain events

Discounts are available for schools, those travelling by bicycle and groups

There is an extra charge for some events

How to find us

Wester Kittochside, Philipshill Road,

East Kilbride,

G76 9HR

Tel: 0300 123 6789

Plan your visit