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Bellshill, Lanarkshire

Bellshill is a town in Lanarkshire. Bellshill developed in the 19th century following the discovery of large coal and iron deposits nearby. The Sir Matt Busby Sports Complex in Bellshill is named after the late Manchester United manager who was born and brought up in the area. The town is within the council area of North Lanarkshire.

Place Type: Town
Historic County: Lanarkshire
Lat, Long: 55.818831,-4.0240482
Grid Reference: NS732602
Police Area: Lanarkshire
Council Area: North Lanarkshire
Civil Parish: Bothwell CP
Country: Scotland

GBPNID: 3197
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Bellshill,_Lanarkshire_3197

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