Bothwell has been many things to a great number of people over the centuries, and has continued to prosper…
Growing
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for Bothwell
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The 2020s offer the opportunity to meet the challenges of the technology led approach to life. This includes business management, shopping, travel and visitor attraction. Bothwell Futures offers the energy, ambition and vision to forge ahead into the coming decades of change, grow sustainably into a village that honours its past, embraces its future and respects our environment.
The people of Bothwell are justifiably proud of their home and it’s legacy but may recognise that to truly embrace the future with confidence, it’s residents and businesses need to take a hand in its growth and plot a firm direction.
Welcome to Bothwell Futures 20-year strategy for the community.

Smart Village Vision

'Inclusive' Mission

Innovative Model

Energising & Engaging Themes
Bothwell-placed
Community at the Centre
An active and successful community, rooted in our past, proud of our recent achievements and ambitious for our future, Bothwell stands in a prime location within Scotland’s central belt by the side of the River Clyde along with the national cycle route and two long-distance walking paths pass through the heart of the village.
It continues to attract those who wish to enjoy its pleasant situation, its lively ambience and its many clubs, activities and societies. With our abundant range of cafés, tea-rooms and restaurants we enjoy a deserved reputation as a mecca for fine dining.


A SUSTAINABLE BOTHWELL
Carbon Neutral
Green Culture
Green Infrastructure
Green Space

THE BOTHWELL EXPERIENCE
Walks, Parks & Nature
The Traders & Businesses
The River & Riverfront
Main Street of the Future

BOTHWELL PAST & PRESENT
Heritage & History
Important Landmarks
Living in Bothwell
Showcasing What We Have
A special place, its heritage shaped by and mirroring the sweep of Scottish history.
Bothwell is home to many buildings of great history including Bothwell Castle dating back to the 13th century, St Brides Collegiate Church founded 1398 by Archibald, Earl of Douglas one of only two collegiate churches in Scotland founded before 1400 and the Covenanters Field where TheBattle of Bothwell Bridge (Bothwell Brig) took place on 22 June 1679. It was fought between government troops and militantPresbyterian Covenanters.
As a conservation village Bothwell retains many excellent examples of historical buildings. The David Livingstone Centre, although in Blantyre is only 200 metres over the River Clyde walkway bridge.


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HOW YOU CAN HELP
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You can help! Bothwell Futures welcomes partners, residents and businesses who would like to join us on our journey through the 2020’s and beyond and who share our view on the opportunities and in helping us reach our ambitious goals.
We look forward to working with our community and our partners to evolve our wonderful village.
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