Museums & GalleriesLast verified 17 Sept 2026

National Museum of Rural Life

East Kilbride· South Lanarkshire

National Museum of Rural Life in East Kilbride

About this place

The National Museum of Rural Life, previously known as the Museum of Scottish Country Life, is based at Wester Kittochside farm, lying between East Kilbride in South Lanarkshire and Carmunnock in Glasgow. It is run by National Museums Scotland.

Low cost entry, very lovely day out visiting the farm and the museum, with plenty of interactive activities for the kids and nice outdoor play area with picnic tables. Lovely cafe also situated in the museum.

Annual Pass

Adult £10

Over 65s £9

Student, Young Scot, Disabled, Unemployed** £8

Child 5-15 £7

Under 5s Free †

National Museums Scotland Members Free †

National Trust for Scotland Members Free †

15% off when you book as a family***

Facilities

  • Baby Changing
  • Toilets
  • Outdoor Play Area
  • Onsite Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Pram Friendly
  • Cafe
  • Indoor Activity
  • Outdoor Activity

Opening hours

Weekly opening hours, today highlighted
Monday (today)10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday10:00 – 17:00
Thursday10:00 – 17:00
Friday10:00 – 17:00
Saturday10:00 – 17:00
Sunday10:00 – 17:00

Hours can change — it’s always worth checking before you set off.