Strathaven
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Strathaven (/ˈstreɪvən/ ⓘ; from Scottish Gaelic: Strath Aibhne [s̪t̪ɾah ˈajnə]) is a historic market town in South Lanarkshire, Scotland and is the largest settlement in Avondale. It is 7.5 kilometres (4+3⁄4 miles) south of Hamilton.[lower-alpha 1] The Powmillon Burn runs through the town centre, and joins the Avon Water to the east of the town.
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Strathaven
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Location within South Lanarkshire | |
Population | 8,090 (mid-2020 est.)[1] |
• Edinburgh | 39 mi (63 km) |
• London | 330 mi (531 km) |
Council area | |
Lieutenancy area | |
Country | Scotland |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Post town | STRATHAVEN |
Postcode district | ML10 |
Dialling code | 01357 |
Police | Scotland |
Fire | Scottish |
Ambulance | Scottish |
UK Parliament | |
Scottish Parliament | |
55.677°N 4.065°W / 55.677; -4.065 |
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The current estimated population is 8,000. The town was granted a royal charter in 1450, making it a burgh of barony. The A71, which connects Edinburgh and Irvine, passes through the town.