Low Parks Museum Hamilton
About This Museum
Tucked away on a quiet street in Hamilton, the Low Parks Museum holds a secret: it safeguards the heart and soul of a regiment that fought across the globe for over three centuries. You won't find sterile glass boxes here; instead, you're met by the faded colours of historic banners and the personal gaze of soldiers in century-old photographs. The air feels thick with stories, from the battlefields of Waterloo to the deserts of Iraq. It’s a deeply human archive, chronicling not just battles, but the lives of the people from Lanarkshire who fought them.
Collection Highlights
Look for the beautifully preserved regimental colours, their silk frayed but proud, alongside a trove of personal medals and diaries. A particular highlight is the collection of uniforms that lets you see the evolution of military gear from red coats to modern camouflage.
Visitor Information
It's located at 129 Muir Street and best of all, entry is completely free—a fantastic local gem that's easy to pop into for an hour or two.
Architecture & Building
Housed in an elegant former manse and townhouse, the building itself is a slice of local history with handsome sandstone walls and a quietly dignified presence.
Contact & Location
Address: Muir Street, Low Waters, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, Alba / Scotland, ML3 6BJ, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1698 452382
Website: Visit Website
