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Calderglen Country Park

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Calderglen Country Park
4.5
550 reviews
#2 of 10 things to do in East Kilbride
Zoos • Parks • Playgrounds
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Fun park to explore with children's zoo. The park itself is quite big and features various animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, wallabies, otters, meerkats, snakes, reptiles and fish.
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2-3 hours
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  • Scott
    Stonehouse, United Kingdom571 contributions
    Great fun for families
    I came here on Saturday 10th of April 2021 with my wife and 2 year old son. The park has has a children's zoo, tropical glasshouse, ornamental gardens, nature trails, adventure & toddler Play areas, Gift shop, Café, exhibition gallery and a Golf Course! We went to the zoo and adventure & toddler Play areas. The zoo is small and only has some small animals but it's great for under 5's and very cheap to get in. The adventure park has one of the biggest slides I've ever seen and my son went flying down it even though he's only 2 and absolutely loved it!
    Visited April 2021
    Written April 12, 2021
  • Kayla M
    1 contribution
    Hidden gem
    The courtyard cafe has always been a favourite but being opened during lockdown is honestly a saviour. From the staff to the quality of coffee and cakes, every element is simply great. A little hidden gem in the middle of the country park. I’m writing this to show my appreciation to the friendly faces serving up some warm food and drinks after long local walks. Thank you to all the staff for cheering us up, serving with a smile during hard times and keeping open for us to find enjoyment from the little things that matter. Well done 👏🏼 x
    Visited February 2021
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 9, 2021
  • xxscotsbabexx23
    Perth, United Kingdom40 contributions
    Lovely park
    Lovely park to go to with the kids. Play area is well kept as are the grass areas. Beautiful stream/waterfall with a shallow area for the kids/dogs to play. Small zoo is maintained to a high standard, snacks available to purchase when buying tickets. Will definitely bring the children back
    Visited April 2021
    Traveled with family
    Written August 3, 2021
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Tony
1 contribution
Family day out
Jul 2020 • Family
Visited last week with family for the first time in years - queue for zoo rather long but to be expected with all that's going on right now. Kids enjoyed seeing the animals but upon leaving the zoo we needed access to a toilet, only to be told we would have to queue to get into the zoo again as only toilets were inside zoo! Portaloos on sight but not in use. Good value for money but toilet situation an issue.
Decided to have lunch in the park as there was a lovely outdoor seating area in the castle grounds so take away available with lots of seating which was a nice surprise. Opted for a belly busting breakfast roll which was huge and certainly hit the spot. Kids lunch boxes were of a good size and great value for money - kids also impressed with their "magical 7 flavour slushies" and the lady serving was more than happy to accommodate the kids fussy requests of what flavors they wanted in what order - Would return!
Written July 26, 2020
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lauracleland
Thank you for your comments and your patience as we gradually recover our services. We have now opened the external toilets during the summer season if you do decide to visit again. Hope to see you again soon!
Written August 19, 2020
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LinedancerKnees
Glasgow, Scotland144 contributions
Cafe
Feb 2020 • Family
Waited over 30 minutes for food to be served. Only 12 other adults (5 tables) in cafe plus 6 children - quiet. 2staff. We had to wait because they didn't have enough soup bowls and cutlery and had to put them through the machine!
My grandson had completely finished his box before his chicken mayo sandwich arrived.
Box is good value.
Soup on the cold side but tasty.
Written February 5, 2020
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lauracleland
Thank you for your comments we will pass these onto the café franchise. I hope you enjoyed your visit to the park, please visit us again soon. Laura
Written August 19, 2020
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John Bremner
1 contribution
Poor
Sep 2020 • Friends
Poorly Signposted. Divertions everywhere. Did not end up going. Sign posts further down then nothing as you pass by at Carrigans. If they want people to visit even during Covid 19 then properly signpost it. Clearly stating the entrance. Is it too much to ask.
Written September 12, 2020
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Mandy B
East Kilbride, UK4 contributions
Rip off
Jan 2021 • Couples
Iv just seen this is under new management ,husband and I decide to have a coffee after our walk and all I can say it will be the last £8.60 for 2 coffees and 1 empire biscuit , I do not mind paying for good coffee or good baking but really !!! so if your a young family maybe thinking about lunch ... pack your own . Young girl serving was lovely tho ... such a shame .
Written January 24, 2021
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Lyn Mac
8 contributions
Inedible microwaved lunch
Jul 2022 • Family
Park , zoo and nature trails lovely and definitely worth a visit . The courtyard cafe , well where do I begin . Lovely outdoor seating area . Placed order and given a number ticket to collect order. My number was called and the young man said "oh be careful the box is very hot" wow no kidding I couldn't even hold it . Was chips n cheese . These were inedible as was deep fried frozen chips , cheap rubber orange cheese microwaved on High for a considerable time , the chips were a solid lump , not even a fork would catch them . Expensive disgusting food , a picnic is required .
Written July 10, 2022
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Calderglen Country Park and Zoo
Thank you for your review and we are glad you enjoyed the zoo and trails. We are sorry to hear your experience with the cafe food on site and we will pass on your feedback to improve upon this in the future.
Written November 28, 2022
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Mary Docherty
Glasgow, UK54 contributions
Summer Holliday fun
Jul 2023 • Family
A fantastic park, with a. Great play area, on a hot day it can be extra busy! They also have a little zoo, for a small entrance fee. Loads of tables and picnic areas to be had, highly recommend this park for family day out. Loads to explore
Written July 22, 2023
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Calderglen Country Park and Zoo
Thank you for your review and rating! We will hopefully see you again!
Written July 25, 2023
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Lynda K
3 contributions
Very enjoyable
Jun 2022 • Friends
It's a great country park, I'm not great at steps or stairs and I can walk slowly around and totally not use steps once. They have considered everyone's needs from very fit to disabled. It's kept in wonderful condition and I recommend you try the courtyard cafe for a drink or even a toastie, lots on offer there. Friendly staff from the cafe to the wardens.
Written June 20, 2022
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Calderglen Country Park and Zoo
Thank you for your lovely review and we are so please that this was your experience.
Written November 28, 2022
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Aileen R
Burrelton, UK22 contributions
Great for families and dogs
Mar 2022 • Family
Great day out with 19 month old granddaughter. She loved the animals and the parks although it was a bit too cold the day went to spend much time outside. The dog loved the walk she had while Sophie and I went to the cafe. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the selection of cakes was lovely. The only thing that let it down was the disabled/baby changing toilet in the cafe. It wasn't as clean as it could've been
Written March 30, 2022
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Calderglen Country Park and Zoo
Thank you for your review and we are so glad you had such a lovely day out. We will take on board your feedback regarding the baby changing area in the cafe.
Written November 28, 2022
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Infinity's Vicinities
Scotland, UK9 contributions
Great playpark
May 2020 • Family
I take my 11 year old son here occasionally with our dogs. We have visited the small animals centre and mamaged to spend almost an hour watching the Birds and Meercats without realising. This is excelent value for money.

The playpark is sited at the top of a grassy slope overlooking a field that is excelent for dog exersize or ball games. Just beyond that is a footpath along the river that predominantly keeps you inder the woodland canopy and follows the river glen.
Written December 17, 2020
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Alisha
Airdrie, UK5 contributions
Great day out
Mar 2022 • Couples
Love the zoo, it's so cheap to get in and the enclosures are all really good - the animals are very well cared for. The surrounding walks in the country park are great also, so many different routes to go for a woodland walk. Single adult, no kids! Still love the zoo and walks after years of going on multiple occasions.
Written May 8, 2022
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Calderglen Country Park and Zoo
That's so kind of you to leave such a nice review. We can confirm the animals are very loved at the park. We hope to see you again soon.
Written November 28, 2022
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