Chatelherault Country Park
Woodland walks and room to play.
Some walks have steep slopes and steps. Pick a route that works for your buggy and everyone’s energy.
Plan a visit to Chatelherault Country ParkFamily guide
Family days out in Lanarkshire
12 places. Find your kind of day.
Outdoor exploringChatelherault Country Park
Woodland walks and room to play.
Cuningar Loop
Riverside paths and outdoor play.
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Outdoor exploring
Space to play, paths to wander and somewhere to stop for a picnic.
Cuningar Loop
Riverside paths and outdoor play.
Bike tracks and boulders suit active children. Plan supervision around the different activities and open water.
Plan a visit to Cuningar LoopStrathclyde Country Park
Lochside paths, play parks and a picnic.
Choose a play area before arriving: the park is large. Check temporary facilities during the Watersports Centre work.
Plan a visit to Strathclyde Country ParkAnimals & farm play
Choose between a compact animal visit and a longer day of outdoor play.
Clyde Valley Family Park
Farm animals with plenty of play in between.
A longer outing for families who want to join in the play. Come dressed for the weather; some paths are steep or gravelled.
Plan a visit to Clyde Valley Family Park
Calderglen Country Park and Zoo
A small zoo and a walk through the glen.
Check the play-area works update before making promises. Woodland trails vary, so choose your route with care.
Plan a visit to Calderglen Country Park and ZooAmazonia
A warm indoor stop to see tropical animals.
Compact enough for a shorter outing. Handling sessions vary, and food breaks are outside the tropical house.
Plan a visit to AmazoniaIndoor play & swimming
Smaller play for little ones, bigger frames or a booked swim.
Looking for other indoor ideas? Try Amazonia for tropical animals or Summerlee for its exhibition hall. Allow for outdoor time at Summerlee too.
Juniors Play Café
A smaller play café for little ones.
Best for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Older children may want a bigger frame or a different activity.
Plan a visit to Juniors Play Café
Wains World
A bigger frame with a separate toddler area.
Useful when siblings want different levels of play. Adults supervise; check clothing rules and any separate extras.
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The Time Capsule Waterpark
Pools and flumes for an energetic swim.
Check the adult-to-child supervision rules and which water features are open before booking.
Plan a visit to The Time Capsule WaterparkHistory & rides
Machinery, castle ruins or a day built around rides.
Summerlee Museum
Big machinery, hands-on exhibits and outdoor play.
Allow for time outdoors as well as in the hall. Check tram and mine availability before promising either.
Plan a visit to Summerlee Museum
Bothwell Castle
Castle walls and a little room for imagination.
Check conservation closures before travelling. Uneven ground and stairs make this a less straightforward buggy outing.
Plan a visit to Bothwell CastleM&D's Scotland's Theme Park
Outdoor rides with indoor activities nearby.
Check height restrictions first. Amazonia, soft play and other attractions can cost separately from outdoor rides.
Plan a visit to M&D's Scotland's Theme ParkOne good stop
can make the day.
Choose somewhere that works for your children, then check the full guide for access, facilities and what to book. You don’t need to fit everything in.
See all 12 on the mapM&D’s and Amazonia are at Strathclyde Country Park. They are separate choices here, with separate costs; you can visit the park without adding either.