Restored 18th-century hunting lodge housing visitor centre for 10 miles of woodland nature trails.
Came here on a Sunday and had the pleasure of an open market on the site. Actually, it came in as a great wee surprise, but in the end, much welcomed as the kids park wasn't up to much. Did have a walk up to the house itself, which is beautiful with some lovely views. Also went a walk through the woods to the bridge, which was also stunning. The only downside to the walks in the forest is that the paths are step, and some can be extremely muddy, be warned! Can't comment about the cafe as we ate at the open market, which had many food options and was absolutely delicious.
Lovely mid distance walk to be done! There's decent parking and a kids' play area as you enter Chatelherault country park. The visitor's centre has a gift shop, cafe and toilets. The green bridge walk is doable in a couple of hours if you have a good pace! But even when it's hot and dry there's a few muddy patches so beware! Great place to stretch your and your dogs' legs :)
The best country park in Central Scotland! This is an absolutely beautiful country park with various walking trails available, with well over 20km of walkable footpaths. Plenty of parking, including EV charging points and a nice countryside with a cafe. The park itself is absolutely stunning with rich forest walks and a stunning river going through the gulley. The farmers market on a Sunday is brilliant, with cakes, locally crafted drinks and hot food available. Definately the place to go for dog walks, to tire out the kids or to just get some fresh air surrounded by nature.
A great park for a walk with two very energetic dogs, lots of walks clearly signposted across the site. The cafe had a selection of meals, cakes and drinks which were all very nice without a long wait. The parking was free, meaning it's a great place not too far outside of the city for a lovely countryside feeling walk.
Great place to come with your dog or your family. The circular route has some challenging areas and isn't ideal for wheelchairs or people that can't walk up and down large steps/slopes. White Bridge is still closed. Not sure if this will ever open again. Green Bridge is great location for the dog in a warm day and skimming stones! I e seen dogs walk the full width of the river so isn't that deep in places but still need to be very safe as it's all stones so easy to turn an ankle. Some great views along the way. The main centre is really nice too with plenty of grassy areas for picnics. On occasion there might be an event in ie wedding, farmers market but still accessible to the public. They have a small cafe/shop along with a huge playground for kids. Lots of parking available.
Love this place for long family dog walks especially early in the morning. Plenty of things to see and do. It has everything you need and so much space. Nice areas for a picnic. Plenty car parking also great for those who want to run jog or cycle It can be quite muddy and it's dirt paths in places so definitely need to have correct walking shoes on. Nice views of the river and waterfalls Great location love it
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Hiking
Picnic tables
Public toilet
Slides
Swings
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Playground
Dog park
Dogs allowed
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Came here on a Sunday and had the pleasure of an open market on the site. Actually, it came in as a great wee surprise, but in the end, much welcomed as the kids park wasn't up to much. Did have a walk up to the house itself, which is beautiful with some lovely views. Also went a walk through the woods to the bridge, which was also stunning. The only downside to the walks in the forest is that the paths are step, and some can be extremely muddy, be warned! Can't comment about the cafe as we ate at the open market, which had many food options and was absolutely delicious.
Lovely mid distance walk to be done! There's decent parking and a kids' play area as you enter Chatelherault country park. The visitor's centre has a gift shop, cafe and toilets. The green bridge walk is doable in a couple of hours if you have a good pace! But even when it's hot and dry there's a few muddy patches so beware! Great place to stretch your and your dogs' legs :)
The best country park in Central Scotland! This is an absolutely beautiful country park with various walking trails available, with well over 20km of walkable footpaths. Plenty of parking, including EV charging points and a nice countryside with a cafe. The park itself is absolutely stunning with rich forest walks and a stunning river going through the gulley. The farmers market on a Sunday is brilliant, with cakes, locally crafted drinks and hot food available. Definately the place to go for dog walks, to tire out the kids or to just get some fresh air surrounded by nature.
A great park for a walk with two very energetic dogs, lots of walks clearly signposted across the site. The cafe had a selection of meals, cakes and drinks which were all very nice without a long wait. The parking was free, meaning it's a great place not too far outside of the city for a lovely countryside feeling walk.
Great place to come with your dog or your family. The circular route has some challenging areas and isn't ideal for wheelchairs or people that can't walk up and down large steps/slopes. White Bridge is still closed. Not sure if this will ever open again. Green Bridge is great location for the dog in a warm day and skimming stones! I e seen dogs walk the full width of the river so isn't that deep in places but still need to be very safe as it's all stones so easy to turn an ankle. Some great views along the way. The main centre is really nice too with plenty of grassy areas for picnics. On occasion there might be an event in ie wedding, farmers market but still accessible to the public. They have a small cafe/shop along with a huge playground for kids. Lots of parking available.
Love this place for long family dog walks especially early in the morning. Plenty of things to see and do. It has everything you need and so much space. Nice areas for a picnic. Plenty car parking also great for those who want to run jog or cycle It can be quite muddy and it's dirt paths in places so definitely need to have correct walking shoes on. Nice views of the river and waterfalls Great location love it