About This Location

Everything you need to know for your visit

Visit the Scottish Owl Centre for a fun and educational family day out. Set in the beautiful Polkemmet Country Park just minutes from J4A of the M8 exactly halfway between Glasgow and Edinburgh, there are over 150 owls in spacious aviaries, making this the largest collection of owls in the world. Children love the giant owl slide and can discover lots of fun owl facts, enjoy one of the daily indoor flying displays and even hold an owl for a photo. There's parking, toilets and a cafe just 50 metres from the entrance to the Owl Centre within the Country Park. Your Owl Centre ticket allows re-entry all day. The site is fully accessible. No booking required.

Facilities & Amenities

What's available on-site

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Over 150 owls in spacious aviaries

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Giant owl slide for children

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Daily indoor flying displays

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Owl handling photo opportunities

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Parking available (50m from entrance)

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Toilets and café nearby in Country Park

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Fully accessible site

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Re-entry allowed all day

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No booking required

Parent Tips

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Set in beautiful Polkemmet Country Park with easy access from M8 J4A exactly halfway between Glasgow and Edinburgh. Children love the giant owl slide and handling opportunities during photo sessions. Flying displays are educational and engaging for all ages. The site is fully accessible and no booking required makes it perfect for spontaneous family visits. Your ticket allows re-entry all day so you can explore the wider Country Park too.

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