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
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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
Plant Power!
Join the Dams to Darnley Countryside Ranger on a guided tour of the Country Park's fascinating plants and learn about their medicinal, practical and culinary uses!
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Crafty Carving
The always popular spoon carving workshop with the Dams To Darnley Countryside Rangers is back on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th August!
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Brilliant Bats
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!
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Will You Go Into The Woods Tonight...
Dress up the little ones to go on a walk into the dark woods to hear some seriously creepy tales, before returning to take part in some Halloween games at Dams To Darnley Country Park!
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Fabulous Fungi
Join in as we explore the woods looking for these weird and wonderful organisms that can provide food, while others can be deadly!
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Crimbo-crafternoon
Spend an enjoyable afternoon doing some Christmas crafts to get ready to 'deck the halls' with the Dams to Darnley Countryside Ranger!
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