Welcome to Wishaw. The town's name most likely came from the 'Wi' (a corruption of via) and schaw meaning wood.
The ornate entrance in front of the Bank of Scotland belongs to the Coltness Estate.
The ancient Roman road on Watling Street ran through the Wishaw district.
The mock Tudor building on the right was built as an industrial unit and was supposed to blend in with the nearby parish church.
The New Century theatre, Motherwell.
Motherwell win the League Cup in 1950 after beating Hibs 3-0.
Dougie Murphy of Law Wheelers was named Scottish Best All-Rounder Champion in 1948.
The old "Wishaw Press Office" on the Main Street. Left to Right the buildings are, Wishaw Old Parish Church, Gilchrist the florists, the Post Office,
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Victory over Japan day, September 2 1945.
