Residents in Kilbarchan have been celebrating the 300th anniversary of Weaver's Cottage.

The historic site, which was built in 1723, is now a museum that vividly re-creates the living and working conditions of a typical handloom weaver before the Industrial Revolution.

Tourists from far and wide have visited the Weaver's Cottage to enjoy a glimpse of what life was like all those years ago.

West Scotland MSP Paul O'Kane recently tabled a Parliamentary motion to pay tribute to the Kilbarchan institution for its historical details, as well as the fact that it remains open to this day and still produces materials.


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The motion concludes with the hope that the cottage "will continue to be visited and learned about for years to come."

Mr O'Kane said: "The more you read about the past of Scotland's textile industry the more you appreciate what a great slice of history the people of Kilbarchan have on their doorstep.

"Weaver's Cottage is something that locals are quite rightfully proud of and it's a fantastic thing for visitors to see.

"Keeping places like Weaver's Cottage going is really about keeping the past alive and ensuring that a local community’s roots are never forgotten – I hope that continues."