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Cowan Park

Located next to Barrhead High School on Aurs Road, Cowan Park was opened in 1911 on the day of George V's coronation.

Cowan Park

About Cowan Park

Cowan Park Darnley Road, Barrhead G78 1TA
Cowan Park Website

Park Facilities
There is a very popular Trim Tail circuit running through the park. The trail has different pieces of gym equipment to exercise all your muscle groups. You can enjoy a jog or walk through the park between each exercise station. The trail is a breath of fresh air and a great excuse to get outside allowing you to do as much or as little as you like.

There is a large children's play ground with a good range of modern equipment.

The Park has original Edwardian features including a fountain and formal gardens.

Tennis courts and coaching
The 6 tennis courts are open every day from the beginning of April to the end of September.

The courts are free to use.

Over the summer months there is free tennis coaching for young people. These are drop in sessions with all equipment is supplied so you don't need to book a place or have a tennis racket.

Upcoming Events at Cowan Park

Include Me 2 Club Family Festival

6th June 2026

Get ready for the BIGGEST family party of the summer when Include Me 2 Club return to Barrhead's Cowan Park on Saturday 6th June with their Family Festival!

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Greenbank Garden Flenders Road, Clarkston G768RB

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Rouken Glen Park

Rouken Glen Park Rouken Glen Road, Giffnock G467JL

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Whitelee Countryside Rangers

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Cathcart Cemetery

Cathcart Cemetery Netherlee Road, Netherlee

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Dams to Darnley Country Park

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Popular Events

Art Demonstration By Maggie Downer
On Thursday 9th October, Eastwood Art Club welcomes artist Maggie Downer who will demonstrate her skills in figurative painting.
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Come along to the Giffnock Scouts annual jumble sale on Saturday 4th October... it's one of the biggest and best in the area!
Exhibition On Screen: Turner and Constable
Celebrating the 250th anniversary of their births, this unmissable new documentary explores Turner and Constable's intertwined lives and legacies alongside the groundbreaking Tate exhibition.
Dolly & Shania Country Show
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The Newton Mearns Market
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