"Coatbridge" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Coatbridge is a town in North Lanarkshire, Scotland. It is a former mining town, and its name is derived from the old Scottish Gaelic word "coat" meaning "ford" and "bridge" meaning "bridge". It was a major center for the production of iron and steel in the 19th and 20th centuries, but the industry declined in the latter part of the 20th century. Today, Coatbridge is a thriving town with a diverse economy and a strong sense of community.