Cumbernauld is a town full of green spaces and modern architecture. Originally developed as a post-war New Town, Cumbernauld blends urban landscapes with nature, making it a welcoming place to visit and explore.
Take a walk through Cumbernauld House Park or spot wildlife at one of the nearby nature reserves. The town centre offers a great mix of shops, restaurants and cultural landmarks, such as the Cumbernauld House and the Antoine Wall. Whether you want to get a glimpse into Scotland’s past or are looking for a peaceful stroll, Cumbernauld has something for everyone!
Take a walk through Cumbernauld House Park or spot wildlife at one of the nearby nature reserves. The town centre offers a great mix of shops, restaurants and cultural landmarks, such as the Cumbernauld House and the Antoine Wall. Whether you want to get a glimpse into Scotland’s past or are looking for a peaceful stroll, Cumbernauld has something for everyone!
top things to do in Cumbernauld

Cumbernauld Museum
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Explore Cumbernauld’s history from prehistoric times to the development of the new town in the 1960s.

Palacerigg Country Park
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Looking for new adventures? This 300-hectare park offers nature trails, animal feedings, a petting zoo, and fun play areas for your little ones.

Antonine Wall
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Walk and explore the Antonine Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Scotland's most fascinating Roman landmarks.
top Cumbernauld food and drinks guide

McCanns Coffee House
This cosy coffee shop is the perfect breakfast spot. They offer a great range of sweet and savoury options, including baked goods, bagels, yogurt bowls and sandwiches.

The Red Deer
A British-style restaurant known for hearty meals, great service and a relaxed atmosphere.

Toast
This hidden gem on Larch Road offers hearty breakfast dishes, such as French toast or buttermilk pancakes, as well as hot rolls and sandwiches.
trains to Cumbernauld FAQs
We are planning to launch our new route connecting Stirling with London Euston in Spring 2026.
Our new route will link London Euston with Stirling, while also calling at Milton Keynes, Nuneaton, Crewe, Preston, Carlisle, Lockerbie, Motherwell, Whifflet (serving Coatbridge), Greenfaulds (serving Cumbernauld) and Larbert.
We will be operating four daily affordable services between London Euston and Stirling with Preston to London providing a fifth return service.
We will be operating Class 222 six-car trains on the Stirling-London Euston route.