Lochside walking and outdoor play / MOTHERWELL

Strathclyde Country Park

Choose a stretch of the lochside route or an appropriate play area for a flexible outdoor visit. The park is extensive, so choose an entrance and a manageable section before setting out rather than treating every facility as a short walk apart. Paid activities and events have their own arrangements, while the public park itself remains a useful no-admission outing.

Before you go

The Watersports Centre building is closed for refurbishment. Use the council’s current information for temporary reception, toilets and refreshments.

The practical details

Where to find it: Strathclyde Country Park, Motherwell
Directions and arrival information ↗
Tickets and booking: General park access is free. Events, hire and activities can cost separately. Check current notices and event restrictions; do not rely on the closed Watersports Centre for indoor shelter.
Access and getting around: The council lists step-free routes and accessible facilities, but refurbishment has changed their locations. Confirm the route and temporary facilities you need with park reception before travelling.
Official access information ↗
Visiting with children: Choose the play area and walking distance for your group. Keep children supervised near the loch and do not assume that water activities are operating on your date.

Practical information checked 15 September 2026. Confirm anything essential to your visit with the venue.

Make it part of your day

Allow 1–3 hours for the visit, plus travel and breaks. This is a suggested planning allowance; opening times, access and availability may affect your plans.

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