Rutherglen 900 is a community-led initiative created to celebrate the Rutherglen’s 900th anniversary. It is built on collaboration between local people, local organisations, schools, community groups and volunteers — all working together to honour Rutherglen’s rich cultural legacy and bright future.
The idea for Rutherglen 900 grew from conversations in the community — a desire to reflect on who we are, where we’ve come from, and where we’re going. Planning began in 2023, with a small group of local partners mapping out a programme that would reflect the town’s diversity and history.
Working with the communities of Rutherglen to celebrate the people and place. Hosting a programme that amplifies Rutherglen at a local and national scale matching the ambition of its people in the making of its culture and future.
Rutherglen (Scots: Ruglen, Scottish Gaelic: An Ruadh-Ghleann) is a town in South Lanarkshire, Scotland directly south of the River Clyde and covers an area with over 13 communities including: Eastfield, Burnhill, Gallowflat, Bankhead, Central Rutherglen, Burnside, Blairbeth, Spittal, Fernhill, Springhall, Cathkin, Farme Cross, Shawfield.
