A recent photo of the Adam Family, formerly of Shott House in High Blantyre, has been shared by the Blantyre Heritage Group. William Adam, a joiner who owned local sawmills, contributed significantly to the construction of homes and buildings in the area during the early 1900s, reflecting late Victorian fashion.
A historic photo from 1908 featuring the extended Adam family at Shott House, High Blantyre, was shared by Stephen Hutton. The well-maintained house sets the backdrop for notable family members, including William Adam. The photo, cherished by Jeannie Walker Adam’s family in Canada, recalls ancestors visiting the house recently.
In November 1891, Blantyre Old Parish Church opened its former hall, later demolished in 1989, revealing six well-preserved newspapers documenting significant events of the time. Session clerk Tom McLean highlighted the hall’s historical importance and the community’s efforts in securing funds for its construction, before plans for a new hall were initiated.
Leeann Westwater shared two old school photos from High Blantyre Primary School taken in 1992 and 1994. The children in these images are now around 32-34 years older, likely in their early 40s. The post encourages viewers to recognize anyone from the past.
Stevie Coll posted a photo asking if anyone recognizes the individuals in it. He identifies his father as the person in the top right, John McGhee is in the middle, and his cousin Pat Gallagher is seated behind a shield.
South Lanarkshire Council plans to close David Dale House, currently housing Housing & Tech offices, to staff in 2030 as part of a new investment strategy aimed at saving costs. While jobs will remain with the council in other offices, the future use of David Dale House remains unspecified.
It was with much sadness, I heard that well known printer, John R Reid recently passed away. John Robertson Reid passed away on 30 May 2026, aged 78. As with many prominent individuals who helped shape Blantyre and this community, here’s some words about his life and left here as a lasting legacy to his […]