The displays focus on the life of the area including its agriculture and weaving history and the character of the community which has bred fervent Covenanters in the 1600s and a Radical Revolt in the 1800s. The Visitor Centre has an audio visual room, history room, gallery, souvenir shop and the unique 'Hidden Worlds' wildlife experience. There are over eight miles of nature trails at Calderglen, where nature lover and rambler alike can enjoy a walk. Bothwell Castle is the largest and finest 13th century stone castle in Scotland, much fought over during the Wars of Independence. Hunter House was home to John and William Hunter, famous medical brothers who were born and raised here in the 18th century.
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Distances by road will be longer. Situated at the entrance to Strathclyde Country Park and just 8 miles south of Glasgow, this Express by Holiday Inn provides the ideal location from which to explore the many and varied tourist attractions in the area. Set amidst wonderful woodland, the Crutherland House Hotel is perfect for touring in and around the Clyde Valley. The Hilton Strathclyde Hotel is well located for visiting almost anywhere in central Scotland, from Glasgow to Stirling, Edinburgh or Ayrshire. The hotel has a large LivingWell Health Club with swimming pool, solarium, spa baths, gym and aerobic studio.