Clyde Valley Family Park

Heading over to Lanarkshire, this park is tucked away in the scenic Clyde Valley near Crossford (ML8 5NJ). It’s a very different vibe to the Safari Park—it feels more like a giant, friendly backyard full of animals and trampolines.

What to Expect and Enjoy
This park is all about “active” play and getting close to farm animals.

The Safari Train: A quirky tractor-pulled train takes you around the fields to see llamas, pigs, and deer. The driver usually stops so you can feed the animals from the train, which is always a highlight.
Jumping Pillows: They have massive outdoor inflatable pillows that kids (and brave adults) can bounce on for hours.
Go-Karts and Forts: There are pedal go-karts for different age groups and a large wooden fortress for climbing.
Animal Feeding: You can buy small bags of feed at the entrance. The goats here are notoriously “friendly” and will do almost anything for a snack!

Best For and Time Spent
Best for families with younger children (toddlers to age 10). It’s a very safe, contained site that isn’t too overwhelming.

Duration: Most families spend about 3 to 4 hours here.

Helpful Tips for Your Visit

Parking: There is free parking on-site.
Food & Drink: There is a small café serving hot rolls, coffee, and snacks. It’s reasonably priced, but many people bring a picnic to eat at the tables scattered around the play areas.
Savings: It is much more affordable than the larger safari parks. Look out for their “seasonal passes” if you live locally.
Season: Open all year round, though the outdoor water-based play is usually turned off in the winter.

Nearby and Combine-able Hits
The Clyde Valley is famous for its Garden Centres (like Gouldings or Dobbies), which are just minutes away and often have great cafes and soft play areas. It’s also very close to New Lanark

More Places Nearby

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