Bothwell Road Park is a large

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, Scotland, which dates from 1894. It is located between the Hamilton West and Whitehill areas, around north of Hamilton town centre. It is also known as Hamilton Public Park. The Hamilton

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is located within the park, as well as a traditional bandstand, erected in 1912, which is a category C listed building. There are also areas of ancient woodland and a children's play area. Until recently the park included a small play pond and a sandpit, although, sadly, these were demolished by

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. The National Cycle Route 74 passes the front of the park, following Bothwell Road.

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Canmore record, Hamilton Public Park

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