Biggar Albion Archive and Foundation
Things to do in Lanarkshire Scottish Borders
Museums in Scotland
Description: One of a series of museums and places of interest within the town of Biggar. The Albion building houses vehicles and archives of Albion Motors, a commercial vehicle manufacturing firm started in 1899. A small motor museum is open at weekends.
The Biggar Albion Archive and Foundation was formed in 2001 and had its beginnings in Biggar Museum Trust but now operates independently.
Ownership: Independent Trust
Situation – OS ref: NT 042378
How to get there:
By car: On the A7202 road from Edinburgh to Lanark (via A 73) and South. Easily accessible also from the M74 Glasgow to Carlisle motorway.
By public transport: Regular public transport from Peebles and Lanark.
Seasonal opening details (2010):
Easter to October 31st
Opening Hours:
Daily Monday to Saturday: 10 - 12.30pm, 2pm - 5pm
Sundays – 2pm to 5pm
Please check before travelling that the Archive will be open
Facilities:
Admission:
Free, but donations towards the running costs are always gratefully received
Contact the Albion Foundation and Archive on 01899 221497
Attached attractions:
Additional Information
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[b]Places to stay nearby:
Biggar
Local towns and villages:
Biggar
Peebles
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