Dams to Darnley Country Park

Dams to Darnley Country Park covers over 1300 acres of open space between the reservoirs between Barrhead and Newton Mearns, and the village of Darnley!

About Dams to Darnley Country Park

	Balgray Reservoir Car Park Balgraystone Road, Barrhead G78 2SB
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Listed Under Attractions - Gardens and Parks / Activities - Cycling / Attractions - Days Out / Activities - Horse Riding / Activities - Walking

The park provides plenty of recreational activities for local residents and visitors alike. The large networks of paths through the scenic countryside are ideal for walking, cycling and horse riding.

The park landscape is varied and consists of the open water of the Barrhead dams, wetland and burns, woodland, grassland and scrub. As a result the park is home to a diverse range of wildlife and in particular is a birdwatchers paradise.

Walking, cycling and horse riding:
A seven mile network of paths already exists across Dams to Darnley Country Park providing opportunities for walking, cycling and horse riding. As the country park develops the path network and access links to surrounding communities will be developed further.

What's on at the country park:
Throughout the year the countryside rangers will be delivering a series of community events, activities and guided walks for all the family.

All the events are FREE, although booking is required for some. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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Upcoming Events at Dams to Darnley Country Park

Active

Dams To Darnley Health Walks

Selected dates between 8th January 2025 - 31st December 2025

Dams to Darnley Country Park, Glasgow South Side

On Wednesday mornings join the Dams To Darnley Countryside Ranger for a health walk through the park leaving from Darnley Mill Car Park.

Nature

Wooden Wonders

20th July 2025

Dams to Darnley Country Park, Glasgow South Side

One for the adults only as we sharpen knives and axes and put them to work crafting ornaments, tools, spoons and other objects from wood collected in the Country Park.

Nature

International Bat Night

30th August 2025

Dams to Darnley Country Park, Glasgow South Side

Join the countryside ranger for a twilight walk to track down the bats around Dams To Darnley Country Park, and find out all about these nocturnal creatures!

Nature

Damsels and Dragons

14th September 2025

Dams to Darnley Country Park, Glasgow South Side

Come spot damselflies and dragonflies and hear about these incredible aerial hunters and their lifecycle!

Pet

Doggie’s Day Out

18th October 2025

Dams to Darnley Country Park, Barrhead

Drop-in to Dams To Darnley Country Park with your 4-legged family members for an afternoon of fun games and activities for them to enjoy!

Tour

History of Patterton and Darnley Ranges

9th November 2025

Dams to Darnley Country Park, Barrhead

Here's another chance to visit the Patterton and Darnley rifle and pistol ranges if you missed it last year, and before it takes a break.

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