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Glasgow · Farm Park
Tollcross Children's Farm
Alpacas, ponies and birds make this little farm in Glasgow's East End an easy idea for children who love animals. Start in the courtyard, then head into Tollcross Park for the play area or a picnic if you want to stay longer.
- Best for
- Younger animal fans
- Entry
- Free
- Weather
- Best on a dry day
- Time to allow
- Short stop, plus park time
Our family take
This is a good one for a short outing with toddlers and preschoolers: there is no admission cost to justify if they have had enough after the animals. Younger primary children can enjoy it too, though older children looking for rides or a busy activity day may want more.
- Farm hours are separate. The park is open at all times; the farm is not. Check current farm opening before making a special trip.
- Plan for outdoor time. The Winter Gardens are closed. The visitor centre adds interest, but this is a poor choice if you need a full indoor day.
The practical details
Plan your visit
- Getting there
- Use the Wellshot Road entrance to Tollcross Park, beside Tollcross International Swimming Centre. The farm is in the courtyard at 254B Wellshot Road, G32 7AX.
- Cost
- Farm entry is free. Travel, parking and food can still add to the cost of the outing.
- Opening
- Check current farm hours before travelling, particularly for a late-afternoon visit.
- Parking
- Check parking arrangements and signs around Wellshot Road. Do not assume swimming-centre parking is available to farm visitors.
- Access and facilities
- Ask about the farm route, toilets and baby changing before travelling if these will decide whether the visit works for your family.
Packed lunch spacePlay areaAnimal EnclosuresVisitor Centre
8 September 2026
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Make it work for your family
Animals first, then the park
The animals include alpacas, Shetland ponies, rabbits and aviary birds. Plan on watching them in their enclosures; feeding or handling is not something to promise the children. The visitor centre has displays about animals and nature, including the story of Cock Robin.
For a longer outing, the park has a play area for under-12s, picnic benches and a nature walk along the Tollcross Burn. You can keep the walk short or spend more time among the gardens. The rose garden is at its best in July and August.
Prams, toilets and lunch
The wider park has slopes, so adding a long walk will mean more pushing than staying near the farm. Check the courtyard and animal-area route with the council if you need step-free access or have a particular buggy or wheelchair setup.
Bring a picnic for the park benches if you want lunch to be part of the outing. Café service, toilets and baby changing need a check before you rely on them, especially with a child who is toilet training.
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