Fascinating and thought provoking museum which needs more promotion. All about the Jefferson family, rum and the slave trade. Not a huge museum but packed with interesting artifacts and information. Fully accessible to the three floors for wheelchair users. Small gift shop and a cafe attached for light meals and drinks. Rum and drink shop for adults.

A wonderful museum dedicated to Rum, the museum is wheelchair friendly and has accessible WC. There is a cafe and gift shop on site. Parking is on the main street. The museum is set off the high street, and it's the actual building that was used to make Jefferson's Rum. The building is old and has a lot of character. There are some areas that make us a bit claustrophobic, and it can get a bit warm and stuffy inside. There are a lot of reading materials giving insight into Whitehaven's dark rum history, which is quite fascinating and quite terrible at the same time. Don't forget to check out the gift store and also the main shop off the high street. The rum raisin chocolate fudge looks great with different selections of rum to buy and sample. It's worth a visit if you're in Whitehaven.

This was worth visiting, plenty of info and decent displays and videos. They had a good variety of activity sheets for children. It's more text heavy than interactive. Spent about 1 hr 20 here with kids from 9 to 14.

Last entry is at 3pm and place closes at 4pm. Lovely staff and must visit place if you interested to know and learn facts about rum making and history. Amazon forest theme was nice for photography. This place is on the high street and might require more money to run the place. It’s kind of quiet and the profit are given to local harbour for development. They also have varieties of rum you can buy.

Must go to place for anyone that is a fan of rum. It takes you on a journey from the rain forest, making of rum, how rum came to Britain, history of rum in the navy and few other bits. Two adult tickets were less then £20 and we got a coupon for £5 off a large bottle of rum. After the museum we went into the gift shop. Spent at least an hour talking to the lovely lady in the shop even gave us free rum samples (samples meant to cost £1, PRICE OF SAMPLE TAKEN OFF PRICE OF FULL BOTTLE IF YOU PURCHASED IT) I spent about £90 in the shop 3 medium bottles of rum and rum chocolates box. Fully recommend it for anyone in lakes.

Hands down the best museum I've ever visited! It's tucked away down a random street but it's so in depth and well decorated it's worth it. I'd try and go there every time I'm in or near the Lake District

Great history Friendly staff And the rums not bad either

Very welcoming reception, very informative Great interactive displays and building bricks in the Sellafield exhibition. Can't comment on anything else as we have been here for an hour and my 5yo son doesn't want to leave 😂 Managed to get to the other floors finally, great interactive exhibitions on all levels. A good way to spend 2 to 3 hours

Having visited Whitehaven many times we have never been into the Beacon Museum. We'll be back again. They had a exhibition downstairs which was worth a look, then 4 floors to explore. A brilliant interactive secrion where the kids could explore and be kids. Plus some great views over Whitehaven from the topfloor. We thought we would be about an hour but it easily passed 2 hours. Friendly staff, clean facilities and worth the money. Thank you.

Really enjoyed our visit. It was a weekday in October so quite quiet. Friendly staff. Exhibitions cover all eras of local history. Really informative gallery about Sellafield. Very interactive throughout. Loved the cafe on the lower ground floor.

We visited this museum as a family of four during the summer holidays. We were met at reception by friendly smiling staff. The whole museum had many interactive activities for young and older children alike which was great for our 8 year old, keeping him thoroughly entertained throughout as well as being enjoyable for my 16 year old daughter. We had a great time at the Beacon museum!

Excellent venue and setting overlooking the marina/harbour. The WW2 display was informative and touching at the same time. Varied exhibits and well worth a visit if you are in the area.

Great titanic exhibition, lots of things for the kids to play with including a free VR mine trip, A video tour of Sellafield nuclear reactor along with information and history of nuclear, Great views from the top with free industrial binoculars! Only a few minor broken exhibits but overall in great condition, They give you a wristband that allows you to come and go during the day, we spent two hours in here but to fully experience the exhibits expect to spend nearly a day in here it is pretty cool!

We do like museums, and have been here 4 hours and still have not been able to tear ourselves away. Great cafe too!

Superb Abbey, peaceful and historic (built in 1273). Can visit the insides of the abbey somewhat thought restrictions do persist owing to the ongoing masonry checks. Hope to revisit once fully open. It is staffed, guidebooks and postcards available to purchase (£3.50 and 60p for non-members, otherwise £2.80 and 48p). Worth a visit in conjunction with New Abbey Corn Mill (5 min walk, 2 min drive). Car park has lots of spaces, yet gets busy as it's a public car park and shared with the Bowls club, New Abbey Corn Mill has 4 spaces.

Unfortunately, due to on going restoration works, the public are not allowed to enter the abbey but you can walk around. Have a read about Lady Devorgilla before going or whilst there. You will find some Commonwealth graves in the grave yard and some very interesting old grave stones. New Abbey is always well worth a visit

A nice look around but was covered in scaffolding and closed off for the majority when I visited. It also states donations welcome, then when we walked on site got collared by someone working there stating it's a donations only, which was a bit misleading (I only wanted a picture to be honest).

Beautiful ruin, from inside the grounds and from inside the graveyard. When we went it was a beautiful day too which really helped the photos pop. I managed to get loads of good images which I'll attach a couple but honestly if your looking for something to do and like old architecture and old overgrown graveyards this is the place I got a few very gothicy pictures. Think I paid £2.50 to get inside the Abbey and didn't pay for the kids. Definitely worth a visit, even with Harris Fencing and Scaffold up inside the Abbey.

Great easy stop. Plenty of parking. Most of the Abbey is behind a fence but the cemetery is very interesting to walk around.

Ruins of an abbey in New Abbey. At the moment it is free to enter, but they are looking at charging in the future. There is a free car park just outside, but there are no other facilities at the site.

Historic Scotland were busy with restoration when we visited, still able to walk around the outside with the dogs, worth a visit if you like ruins

Well what can I say about Dalscone if you not been before, I highly recommend. Dalscone is amazing and beautiful well kept farm park. All ages can enjoy. They have had a new upgrade on the farm park and it was the best for children, play park, mini golf, bumper boats and the go karts. The team at Dalscone is so friendly and very chatty. If your on social media please do follow them Dalscone farm as they give out amazing content. 💜 Thank you all at Dalscone for amazing visit. 💜🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💜

Fabulous fun filled farm! the staff are so friendly, helpful and make you feel special. Exceptional value for money, the animals are so well looked after, their welfare is paramount! The food/drinks in the cafe is fabulous with a wide choice of yummy desserts! The cleanliness is exceptional throughout the cafe, farm park and toilets. The gift shop/toy shop has a wide selection of fantastic goodies! A visit to Dalscone Farm is highly recommended!

Great place to visit for the whole day ,so much to see and do for kids of all ages. One grandson went missing so we informed the staff who are all connected by radio ,quickly found him. There is a security measure at the exirmt so he wouldn't gave gotten out ,but I am sure he wasn't the first to dissappear behind grandparents back,well done to the staff and the lady who helped. The kids enjoyed the downhill tubes ,the sack slide and especially the pedal karts, the oldest grandson spent about 3 hours going round and round. They got to feed the goat's and donkeys. Big soft play indoors beside the cafe which has a great choice of food and especially the strawberry and cream tarts. We were staying at a holiday camp so only a half hour drive. We live in the north east of Scotland so it's pretty far to drive otherwise we would go more often

Brilliant Farm Park!! We had such a lovely day and so much to do! We always loved Dalscone farm, but we went for the first time since outside play area has been revamped! Wow Dalscone Team! You've done such a great job and thought through everything! Animals are so well looked after and we were impressed with the new addition! Was clean and well stocked up! Icecreams were the best!!! Such a good value for money! All the staff are so lovely and helpful.

Brilliant for the kids. Easily a day out. Expensive day out if yo'ure planning on eating here like we did. But you can bring your own picnic. Lots to do, many many animals that you can feed. We would definitely come back, 100%.

Staying nearby, and the weather forecast wasn't great, so thought we would try this with a 12, 9 and 4 year old - a hard range to satisfy. They all had a really good time ! There are plenty of different things to do - eg the great playground, the slides, feeding the goats, the bumper boats and seeing all the small animals. Plenty of hand washing facilities, really clean all around the park and friendly staff. Will definitely be back when we are next in the area. Oh, and the forecast was wrong - it was really sunny !

If you are looking for a fun day out no matter what the age, whether that be from baby to pensioner, this place really does tick all the boxes. From animals, to go karts, to sandpits, to trampolines, to soft play, to a cafe and so much more, there is definitely enough to fill an entire amazing day out regardless of your age (and in my case with a disability) Really recommended

Very large museum in Dumfries with lots of variety to the displays. Shop on site (though magnets on display had very limited stock (1) so we were disappointed). Free entry, toilets available and drinking water. Worthy of several hours visit to take everything in.

It's a nice enough museum. The camera obscura was a bit of a climb..lovely building stunning location and very friendly staff

Great museum, educational and unique exhibition, friendly and professional staff.

Really enjoyed our visit to the museum, The kids had fun looking for the mini lego figures hidden amongst the exhibits and getting to touch things and trying on the costume, and going up to see the camera obscura was really good great to see and the guide was very knowledgeable and kept us entertained showing us it. It's free to visit the museum but you can give donation at the door but you do pay to go up to the camera obscura but both worth it.

This place is fantastic - and it's free. I took a 6y and there was so much to do. Lots of items to handle, presented at under 2 feet from the floor so easy to reach and replace. The content is interesting to locals and visitors alike. Dressing up is available throughout and multiple worksheets/Lego hunts etc help to engage different ages of younger kids, allowing older kids (grown ups) to be afforded the time to read at their own pace. Staff are easily found, cheerful and helpful, with pride in the building and its contents. We were sorry not to get up to the Obscura (for which there is a fee) but I'd highly recommend this for all ages of visitor as I've been several times before.

A really extensive museum with plenty of interesting and well kept artefacts to look at. There a a large range of interactive exhibits for children which is a great touch. Entry is free and we gave a donation as the museum was so interesting. Well worth a visit, if you’re in Dumfries.

Well worth a visit especially with kids. Excellent local history museum with a camera obscura, lovely views and nice gardens. Staff were very helpful and very kind.

Fantastic place for both kids and adults. Much cheaper than most similar places. Staff are very friendly and always seem to be happy to answer any questions. Amazing scenery, fun things to do, could easily spend the whole day here! Lots of slides, tobogins, play park, bouncy pillows, go carts, hay barn, trampolines and a little train ride which you can go on more than once. Fed lots of animals, there was a petting session with guinea pigs, rabbits and ferrets and then kids fed milk to the baby lambs. They loved it! Just be aware that some animals, (a goat in our case) are very clever, and whilst you feed another animal they grab the feed bag out of your hands 🤣 All very funny though. Oh and there's a lovely cafe and delicious ice cream to end your day off. Perfect day, thanks we will be back again when next in Scotland! 😁👍

Honestly, one of, if not, THE best open farm we have ever visited across Ireland and Scotland! Loads of space, amazing cafe, plenty of opportunities to get up close and personal with the animals and loads of activities for the kids. We loved it and highly recommend a visit for young and old!

Great park, plenty parking and fair priced. Kids absolutly shattered on the way home, just way i like it to be. Guess it was the outdoor activities and dragging the seats to the top of the slides repeatedly. Disappointed boat pond closed due to lack of water And quad bikes also closed. But my kids still had a blast without so 5*

This place was absolutely fantastic family day out, we visited out of season so there wasn't crowds of people. There was so much to do for children and adults alike. All the outdoor slides and activities were so much fun!!! The kids loved feeding the animals and the cafe was a lovely spot to grab lunch. Would highly recommend a visit if in the area but also worth making the trip if travelling from further afield.

Feed the animals, hold rabbits.and guinea pigs. Lots to keep young and older kids occupied. Plenty of benches for picnic use. We had an excellent day

What an amazing place. My son (2 1/2) loved it Plenty of things to do, Staff very friendly and knowledgeable Food is reasonable priced Great value for price to get in Wheelchair/pushchair friendly Toilets very clean Lovely cafe very clean

Need kids to burn off some energy this place is perfect. the cafe was fantastic food not expensive and tasty loved the ice-cream. Staff very friendly.

This is the home of one of my ancestors, so I was thrilled to be able to walk the grounds! The castle is very large. There are plenty of parking spaces, also an area to park and have lunch. Visitors were having a great time riding bikes while I was there. Dog friendly and sheep for as far as the eyes can see! Visiting the grounds was free and well worth the time as there are several trees on site that are very old and beautiful. Recommend a visit!

Beautiful castle and surrounding scenery. Booked a tour in advance- well worth doing and very interesting. There is a Rembrandt painting that can be viewed as part of the tour- a nice bonus! Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour. The gardens are beautiful and well maintained. We had lunch in the Castle Cafe afterwards which was tasty with generous portions. Lovely gift shop with a great selection.

Amazing place to visit with dogs that are happier off lead. Went twice in a week we loved it that much. Great walking routes, did multiple of them. Only paid for parking @ £2.50 for the whole day which is a steal. Cafe was lovely and reasonably priced. Would highly recommend.

Drumlanrig castle and grounds are beyond anything we have been to before, the pink castle is stunning packed full of history amazing paintings and furniture. To be able to get so close to the Rembrandt was a real honour and a highlight of the tour. Gary the tour guide was brilliant really helping us understand the history easily he is very knowledgeable. The grounds are perfectly manicured it’s a real credit to all the staff who maintain the castle and grounds, the castle is still used and lived in by the duke and family he was there on our visit. Make sure to book the castle tour in advance as they fill up quickly

Beautiful grounds and an interesting looking building from the outside. Quite annoyed that the guy who took our money told us we could look round the castle as much as we liked, only to find out he meant from the outside. Seemed expensive without access to the castle.

What a fantastic day out . Loads to see and do. We did the castle tour and it was really interesting Gary the tour guide was fantastic . I would highly recommend taking a visit. The gardens are beautiful .

A full day out. Kids will love the play park and space. Adults will love the garden grounds and castle. It has something for everyone and the gardens are incredible.

What a lovely relaxing garden! We were able to get in with our English NT membership. It is quite easy to find. Threave Garden is a little hilly, but not too much of a challenge and plenty of seats. Some spectacular trees and amazing flower borders too. Clearly a lot of love has gone into the place. I wish we had the energy to visit the nature reserve...maybe next time! The cafe had a lot of choice and was very clean. The staff were very friendly. There was an amazing view from the terrace, over the gardens and beyond.

Visited Threave Garden with my family , including 3 dogs. The car park was full on arrival at around 1130am but on speaking with staff we were advised to park on the grass verges on the approach road. We all ate at the restaurant and took advantage of the outside seating area, although dogs were allowed inside too. There were plenty of tables. There was a fair selection of foods available and vegan options too. Really reasonably priced also. The gardens were beautiful and very well maintained. Plenty of variety and lots of areas to walk around. Also we were able to get free entry with our English National Trust cards.

Great place to visit, easy walking and very peaceful with some lovely seating despite the number of visitors on the day. Good value and a very pleasant few hours in the many different themed areas of the gardens. The tea room and plant nursery areas were also very pleasant, we would certainly return.

Fantastic garden, well maintained by the garden team and trainees. Lots to see, a full day's visit even if the house is shut on your visit (we went on a Friday in mid-July). Scones were superb, one of the best had in Dumfries and Galloway.

Great spot for a wander, or to look at wildlife. Year round interest in gardens, which are approximately 60 acres. Sensible shoes required if you want to walk the woodland trails. The Walled Garden is very impressive, with fresh fruit and veg to buy!

Must visit if nearby, worth the drive! Will be retuning several times for sure. Definitely get a map at the front desk, this place is huge! Cafe is great, coffee was good and the cakes were fab! Walled garden and the garden of contemplation are worth a visit. The bridge and water feature across from the walled garden is gorgeous and so serene. Even on a rainy day, this place is beautiful. Staff were fab, especially Tracy! Gift shop is good too, lots of choice and not too pricey!

Nice gardens (although we visited quite late in the season to see it at its best), with woodland walk and a nice cafe with friendly staff. Dog friendly too (on lead).

Very interesting museum about the lead mining in the area. It is worth doing the tour as the guides are very knowledgeable . Stuart was very interactive with the tour members. The cafe was exceptional. The food was well cooked and reasonably priced. There are toilets and a gift shop here. The car parking is free to customers, although the part by the museum is small there is an overflow slightly up the hill.

Fantastic and unique experience. Me and my husband had a great time despite the rain. Highly recommend the tour, our guide Stuart was so knowledgeable and entertaining. I've already talked a few colleagues into visiting.

just reading some of the comments and can only assume they went to the wrong place!! £20 for a tour, 1-1 1/2 hours... rent over heads tour guides wages....? hardly a rip off, your supporting something special its more than just a fee, Chris in at the main desk was very friendly chatty and accommodating the guide was Davie, outstanding local knowledge chatty helpful and again accommodating not to mention his poem reading!! the work in digging that mine out and extending the tour in its self is an achievement!! if ever you need a pair of hands to come dig please it would be an absolute pleasure!! yes its a remote location yes its relatively small, but it makes up for it with authenticity character and charm!! and the food at the café is perfect and not over priced! ill be back for sure! Will

Set in some amazing countryside, with a very welcoming atmosphere. I only expected a mine trip, and got a tour of the village with alot of history and a musuem. With an excellent little tea room serving Full Scottish Breakfasts, and some great walks in the area. Really is a good day out

It was an afterthought that we stopped at this place for a tour of the mines, but it should've been our main event. We were so impressed and had a great time! Our guide Steve was very friendly and informative. There is quite a lot to the mines and you will have to wear a helmet (you are likely going to hit your head as you can't quite stand straight through most of it), part of it drips a lot so take a jacket. Following the tour of the mines, we were guided to the cottages and the fascinating library etc. All in, it took an hour and a half, and then there is a little museum in the main building. We were too late to book online but called up and were told there was plenty of space to just turn up. Free parking and toilets.

What an amazing place to visit. First of all the staff were so welcoming. They were not stuffy but really nice people to be around. Stuart, our guide, a qualified geologist, was amazing. He brought the place to life. Without him, it was a hole in the ground. With him, it was an adventure into the past.

Nice atraction for all family with panning experience and travel mine and village. Steward is very lovely and fun tour guide from lead museum. I strongly recommend order tickets before visit because is short parking places arounds.

Lovely walk with Kites and Buzzards overhead. Quiet hides and plenty of lovely benches to sit and think. Very helpful volunteer at the main office and I believe that boat trips to the castle are available when volunteers are available. Sadly not when we visited but that didn’t spoil our enjoyment

Nice looking castle from afar unfortunately the boats were off the day wee went, lovely surroundings though had a nice walk round.

Unfortunately, this is the third Historic Scotland site I have visited in Dumfries within 4 days that has been closed, with the same signs and no hint of when it might reopen. It's a nice walk across the nature reserve to see the castle from a distance but ultimately it's currently a walk with a view of a castle. It's a shame you can't even go on the boat and walk around the outside, even if you can't go inside.

Great return visit to Threave Castle. We just come for the nature trail walk which was great. Even discovered some new parts this year. Enjoyed watching the Peregrine Falcons on the castle, didn’t see the Ospreys this time. Well worth a visit if you are in the area - especially if you link in with a trip into Castle Douglas and a visit to Threave Gardens!

Castle on an island. You can't get across but there's a lovely circular walk of about 2k , with lots of benches and bird hides and ospreys were nesting in April. Car park. Allow an hour

A great place for a short walk, 1 to 2 miles. You can't access the castle itself but you get good views of it. The walk has multiple hides for nature watching. We saw ospreys!

This is a fantastic castle that sits on its own island there is a free car park that leads onto the walk to the castle which is 0.5 miles away the footpath is very well maintained and could be accessed via a good mobility wheel chair.There are various hides for bird watching mainly the ospreys that nest nearby. The castle itself is closed due to the ongoing HSE reviews that seem to have closed almost all historic Scotland sites which I don't agree with as no work seems to be going on at any of them that I have seen but the views are worth while as are the ospreys however I didn't see them on the day we visited there is a visitor center at the car park.

Great place for family day out. Both indoor and outdoor playgrounds were good fun. Didn't do chocolate making as our wee one is still too small for that, but will be back.

The children did a chocolate making experience which they loved. Good value for the experience. The place itself offers an amazing indoor soft play and a great outdoor play area too. The menu is lovely, great quality if a slight bit on the pricey side. Overall an excellent place to visit for the family.

The young girl on the desk as we came in was lovely. She was very welcoming and professional. She explained everything very well and really is fantastic at her job. It was such a delight, especially as she was our first point of contact coming in. The other staff were ok but didn’t really go out their way to smile or even speak when they were serving us - but I appreciate they were maybe just busy. The food was lovely and was served in good time. The play area is fantastic and my toddler loved it. Outside was great too, although I did notice some of the equipment was pretty rusty and there was a big hole in the floor on one of the ships. The big slides were so much fun. Plenty of room for the kids to play outside and benches for the parents to sit. Would have loved if they had a chocolate workshop on for my toddler but as far as I could see, these only take place term time. We will be back for one of those. All in all it’s a great place for the kids and the chocolate was yummy. I got some Dubai chocolate and some treats for the kids. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for somewhere to take the kids.

Have several times and the food was really good, this visit the food was awful and I was ill for 24 hours. The tables were not cleaned properly just the tops wiped. Unfortunately children get food around the sides and that was left, this has happened on every visit. Unfortunately I lost a very special ring. Informed a member of staff straight away and was told to telephone the next day. I rang and got an answer machine that went through everything even accounts before it ringing through. It just rang and rang eventually it cut off it cost me over £6 and all for nothing. We went back to see if my ring had been found. Nobody knew anything about my ring. Explained how much it had cost me to telephone them. The lady said we don’t have enough staff to answer the phone. So why was I told to telephone? The soft play and outdoor play is good.

Kids had an absolute blast (aged 2 and 5) making their chocolate- we did the supporting carers booking so myself and my wife could come in and help for free. So not too unreasonable price wise. The indoor and outdoor play areas were so great for the girls to enjoy - they absolutely loved it. I felt the chocolate shop offerings didn’t seem that outstanding. We ended up getting the chocolate stick selection box which was pretty good, but not amazing. Prices seemed a little expensive on the whole in there. However that being said, The hot chocolate was very very good - rich, creamy and sweet - highly recommend getting this when you are there! The staff were really friendly and I would highly recommend this as a little trip when in the area for young children especially when the weather is not so good.

Had probably one of the best days out with the grandchildren. The indoor soft play and the outdoor play area were brilliant. The café served amazing food too. Last but not least the chocolate factory. The kids loved making their chocolate using their imagination. I will definitely come back here even if the kids are not with us.

Went today for our sons birthday today £23 per child, worth the money, they got to make 3 different things, a lolly, chocolate bar and you got to pick what your other chocolate wanted to look like ours did a love heart, dinosaur and a rabbit. The girl who showed and help them what to do was lovely. The soft play is really good, unfortunately they didn't go outside due to the rain but looks really good so we are going to go back when it's warmer. Very lovely staff. Would highly recommend.

We arrived a little before opening to take a short walk around the substantial grounds. Plenty butterflies and Brambles along the paths. The Ice-cream was especially nice with over 20 flavours to choose from and also Dog friendly flavours. The setup is very nice with plenty seating inside and out and lots of parking. A nice detour in our day

Visited in a wet day during October break, nice log burner on and seating available (dogs welcome inside, think they have updated their policy as sign outside said otherwise). Had ice cream even though it was not the weather for it lol. Very tasty, but disappointing selection of flavours (maybe about 10). Downside was the staff didn’t seem interested in engaging with customers, or clearing up afterwards. Dirty dishes left on the table next to us even though 4 staff standing at counter doing nothing. Outside looks like good to explore the nature trail and not sure if mini golf was still open due to weather.

Easy to follow signs from the A75 - it's a little way, tucked away, surrounded by lovely countryside. The farm itself is way bigger than I was expecting with spaces for ice cream or cheese workshops and, of course shops to buy some from. It's a shame that the outside adventure playground is closed for good - it looked like it was an amazing setup. It's well worth a visit and I for one will be heading there again soon!

Great place for the kids. Plenty to keep the kids happy. Clean tidy and staff super friendly and more than happy to help. The only down would be the food on offer. They would do their self a wonder if they put on more options for their food. My kids had a great time and even the rain didnt dampen their spirts. Plenty of seating inside and outside. The icecream was definitely a great treat and delicious. They even have little birds that will land right next too you at the outside seating to the amazement to my smaller children.

This place was on our list of things to do while we visited Dumfries. Called in on a Sunday afternoon. We assumed it must have been a busy lunch service as all the tables were covered in dirty dishes. Ordered lunch which took almost an hour to arrive was set down on the table mixed in with the previous occupants dirty dishes. The ice cream was very nice. Very disappointing and extremely overpriced.

Stopped to eat our picnic lunch at their picnic area which is in dire need of some attention - overgrown grass and unsteady benches. I remember coming to the place as a child and it being an awesome adventure playground. It has since closed down and nothing more than a small cafe with excellent ice cream with plenty of walking trails. Looks like there is a crazy golf course that also needs major attention. Gutted to see a once exciting tourist stop fall into such dull and sad ways.

We spent an enjoyable afternoon here. It's best suited for children 6+ I'd say, with most of the larger attractions geared towards children of that age and above. Staff were friendly and seemed happy enough to help. The zip line and drop slide are great fun, as is the "Go Boing" section. The cafe and shop were reasonably priced and we enjoyed our visit. The ticket prices are pretty steep with children 6+ being charged the same price as adults for admission, although adults who simply want to watch can go for free. All in all, a nice day out.

Lovely volunteer run Victorian era Camera Obscura. Features 11 separate lenses to show different views of the surrounding area.

Amazing engineering relic from the 1890’s that still functions as designed. We were there to observe the arrival of a ferry which made it all the better.

Victorian engineering masterpiece. Quite interesting to see how it all works. Thanks to the chap for showing us!

Worth going just to see the enthusiasm of the lovely ladies who managed it.

Absolutely great attraction, very interesting. The volunteers were lovely and gave us so much extra information.

Well worth a visit, a short walk from the town centre. Fantastic Victorian technology!

Fascinating feat of Victorian engineering. A view into history.

Attended a wedding here with 2 children and although the location was lovely , outwith the actual wedding the place is closed. No place to have breakfast or get something for the children. Felt stranded as we do not drive and had to get back to Edinburgh. No staff on site to help and miles away from any shop or bus stop. The place is not suitable either for anyone with mobility issues as the pods are on steep hills. We dont recommend this place without a car

Our wedding weekend in September at GG's Yard was nothing short of amazing—we truly could not have asked for a better venue. The entire experience was seamless, starting with our fantastic pre-wedding meal at Gather the night before our wedding. It was a perfect way to start off our wedding celebrations and allowed us to get excited with all our nearest and dearest. The food across the entire weekend was amazing, commented on by all our guests. What truly set GG's Yard apart was the dedicated team. The staff were amazing from start to finish, offering unparalleled service and support. They helped us with anything and everything we needed, ensuring the entire celebration felt stress-free and perfectly managed. Five stars across the board for the venue, the food, and the incredible people who made our day perfect!

A fantastic purpose built wedding venue with amazing views of the Scottish countryside. A stunning interior which mixes old style stonework with a modern twist and superb backdrop onto the Irish sea on a sunny day. The food was exceptional and all our guests complemented this during the day - portion size and quality! Food and drink service on the day was also superb, a real high quality on offer with all requests adhered to. The staff are extremely friendly and on the day couldn't do enough for us to help make our day special. We would highly recommend anyone to go and take a look at this beautiful place for their big day, we wouldn't change a thing!

Terrific wedding venue. Very big spacious area. Plus lovely wee breakout areas with comfy chairs n couches if you need a wee break from the madding crowd 😀

Our wedding was truly beautiful and magical - a special mention to Zoe, Julie, Jo & Jacqui who made the lead up and the day of our wedding so perfectly timed and special. Jo made sure our day was the day of our dreams and checked in at every moment she could - everyone adored her and still mentions how attentive she was! The photos speak for themselves with the beautiful venue and views. Everyone commented on how perfect the venue was - we couldn’t fault a single thing it was flawless since the moment we arrived. Our wedding meal and canapés were absolutely amazing and the sharing banquet is a rare option in venues but our guests really loved it as much as we did. The lodges have all been beautifully done with some new touches added. We have been coming here since 2020 every year and we never get bored of it - so glad we chose to get married in a place close to our hearts 🤍✨✨ And beautiful surroundings including the gorgeous beach nearby. A special place all around.

We had our wedding at GGs two weeks ago and honestly couldn’t be happier with how everything went. The day ran so smoothly from start to finish, and the team made it feel completely effortless — which we know is no small task! Zoe and Julie, our wedding coordinators, were fantastic — so organised, helpful, and calm throughout the whole process. Graham kept everything running seamlessly behind the bar, and Jackie was incredibly kind and grounding right before I walked down the aisle. The serving staff were also brilliant and really helped create such a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. We had so many lovely comments from guests about how great the food and drinks were — everything was delicious and really well done. The whole team made us feel so well looked after, and we’re so grateful for the care that went into making our day as special as it was. We’d absolutely recommend GGs to anyone looking for a beautiful venue with a truly dedicated team behind it.

We held our wedding here on the 03/05/2025. Since then we have not stopped smiling and talking about how amazing our day was. We would like to start by acknowledging their communication system which they now have in place. They have one coordinator who now see's through your booking right up until the day itself. They ensure no detail is missed. If you are like me and wright lists and have an eye for detail then don't worry, they answered all my emails and phone calls, no question was unanswered. The setting is beautiful and we were so lucky with the weather. Staff were so accommodating opening up the bifold doors as it was quite warm during the wedding meal and happily served our reception drinks and canapes outside. The food and drink were unbelievable. We managed to taste our food options and wine prior to our wedding and were blown away by the portion sizes and choice. Our guests have not stopped talking about this and we would strongly agree they produce the best of Scotland on a plate. We held n event the night before at Gather which again was faultless. Staff were so accommodating and could not have done enough for our guests. They had even kept aside food for those with dietary requirements which we had forgotten about. The venue is so beautifully decorated that you really do not have to do too much for a wedding. The day before, the wedding coordinator helped us set-up and we had three hours which was more than enough time. This then encouraged us to welcome our guests on site and relax before the big day. All of our suppliers mentioned how helpful the staff were. Our day ran so smoothly, timings were on point and their suggestions were greatly received. We had 140 guests and the meal was served very efficiently. I would highly recommend GGs yard and a special mention to Jackie, Jo and Alastair for making our day one to remember forever. Mr & Mrs Mackie

Drove to the carpark and got the good news it was free to park, walked round to the visitors centre to find it is permanently closed ! Toilets still open and clean. It's still a lovely place, but bring your own drinks.

Lovely views, lovely cafe, all dog friendly. The walk to Bruce’s stone was well paved and took about 15 minutes with lots of views. Even the seating area outside the cafe had a lovely view. The cakes and coffee were wonderful. But beware the car park is fairly small.

Sad to drive here to see the visitor centre is permanently closed but had a lovely wee walk down to the loch (bit tricky but enjoyable!) passed by the ruins of an old broch which was cool! The prices for an overnight camper stay were very reasonable, (£7) especially for being in the dark sky park but from the looks of it the parking meters are out of use at the moment (at least for during the day). Dog friendly too!

We took a pit stop here which had a beautiful view of the Clatteringshaw Loch. There were beautiful birds flying around the picnic area as we had our picnic. We also enjoyed coffee, cake and soup from the cafe in the centre, the staff were attentive and friendly. There is a small charge for parking but this helps the natural environment.

Lovely little pit stop on your drive through the countryside. Good coffee great cheese and ham tosties and lovely scones with cream and jam. Great scenery too look at when stuffing your face. Parking is £1 for an hour and it takes cash and card. Highly recommended

Fantastic place for a pit stop. We stopped here with an elderly relative and our kids. There are some amazing views across the Loch, a fairly short trail and cafe/toilets. The trail is about a mile long and leads to Bruce's stone - it's a fairly flat trail our elderly relative managed to do it fine. On the way back from Bruce's stone look out for two surfboard shaped stones on the right of the path as these mark an alternate route back to the visitor centre along the Loch shore - it can be a bit muddy and is rocky so not suitable for all - but the kids and I enjoyed clambering over rocks and skimming stones. The visit centre has toilets and cafe - open until 5pm. We arrived at 3 and most of the cactus had gone but there were still some very tasty treats to be had. It's quite a busy spot and you have to pay for parking (£1 for an hour). Glad we stopped.

We arrived fromt the amazing Lake District. Rain was pooring. At 1st the site looked ok for a short break but the longer we stayed and explored the more interesting and amazing surpises we enjoyed. The skies cleared. Lot's of beautiful birds and scenaries. There is a cozy visitor centre with nice walk and cycle routes. Tasty bites and drinks. Souvenirs. Friendly helpfull staff. Some fun stuff for the kids. Clean toilets. We paid £8,- to stay for an adventures day and a bright beautifull star filled night. Be aware though that during a nice night fellow nightsky enjoyers park (quite close next to you) and leave on the gravel parking. This might disturb the early sleepers. All with good intend. The parking meters are often out of order so be sure to pay at the visitor centre. The money goes to the maintenance and developement of this beautifull place.

Was my second visit my first was over 15 years. Loved the walk down to beach also 2 other lovely walks which I did part off. My only problem was the beach hated walking on it but plenty off rocks to sit on and enjoy the peace and quiet.

It is a nice walk to the coast to see the cave, it is a pebble beach, but when you get to the cave it is fenced off due to potential rock fall, so if you don't mind that the coastal scenery is wonderful.

Great walk from the car park - about 1 mile. The weather on the day was rough but we enjoyed the walk and the waves at the beach. We haven’t met a single person along the route. As previous reviews state, the cave is quite small but still magnificent. Knowing that the cave might have been used a retreat hideout for early Christians adds to the significance of this site…especially on a stormy day like we’ve experienced!

A super walk through the glen to the beach and then the lovely pebble beach leads to St Ninians Cave. Most has now been degraded away over time, but for fans of The Wickerman it’s exactly like the film. It is still shut due to rockfall danger, but you can easily see it from the beach.

Cave 'technically' closed see photos easy to get around but given its a mile and a half from carpark a notice to this effect would be handy there

The walk there was lovely but the cave itself... Not very cavey? It's a lovely view but yeah... I don't understand the 5* everyone seems to be giving it?

The cave is as expected. As a few other people already mentioned it is closed due to a danger of collapsing. The stones on the beach are quite straining to walk on as well.

Calderglen Country Park is the perfect day out near Glasgow. The zoo is small but full of charm, with South American animals like coatis, capuchin monkeys, iguanas, and tropical birds. Great for kids and adults alike! The surrounding park is huge, with beautiful woodland trails, riverside walks, waterfalls, and play areas. Ideal for families, walkers, and anyone looking to enjoy nature. Don’t miss this peaceful and affordable escape!

Beautiful woodland walks, especially early morning or late afternoon when the park is a little quieter, very popular for dog walking, also very relaxing.

What an experience! The EK Pumpkin Patch run by Victoria, Liam and their family in Calderglen Country Park was truly the best we have attended! You can tell so much effort and care went into organising the event with so much attention to the little details. It's a family run event, welcoming to all. The staff were amazing and so friendly. We attended on the final day and after speaking with Victoria and Liam about the charity I work for, they made a very generous donation towards an event for the people that we support! I cannot thank them enough for their generosity and unwavering kindness. I highly recommend all events run by Inspired Events. Thank you!

Well this is an absolute gem of a wee zoo,lots of parking and the zoo is well kept with lovely staff there are some animals inside but outside is where it's at the garden is lovely to sit and ponder if needs must and listen to the chirping of all the beautiful birds to see and some other cracking animals (I don't won't to spoil) it's a nice day out it can be quick to go round and see everything but then you have the beauty of the country park to see right afterwords.

It’s the best way to relax and walking and looking a nice view as well

Fab place! Park is free. Forest walks. Great play area of children of all ages. Wheelchair ♿️ Friendly good for buggies. Large open space for dogs and picnics. Small zoo £2 for children £4 for adults. Cafe on site. Wonderful place. Restrooms on site.

Amazing day had by all ages 3 to 40! The play area is clean and in good condition. The zoo was good and the price was £20 for 7 of us!! The kids and adults loved it. Lots of benches for us to eat out packed lunch.

Bought the digger experience for my partner, what a lovely friendly service. Partner enjoyed his experience and we will be back. Highly recommend

It is the most fantastic day I have ever had, the staff are so nice and the Clydesdale horses were a bonus. I love excavators and this made my year complete

A fantastic day on the diggers and thanks to my guides, Mo and Sonya, whose patience and instructions were impeccable. Everyone was so nice and friendly,

Fantastic visit to the Blackstone farm. Kids had great fun having a shot in the digger. Magi and John were so friendly and welcoming. Would highly recommend. We will definitely be going back at some point. Kids also loved seeing the friendly Clydesdales, the Peacocks, Guinea fowl and characterful pigs.

Went for a day out with a friend. We were lucky with the weather it was sunny and hot and we spent a few hours just walking around the estate exploring. Plenty of space to explore and some lovely trails. The walled gardens was beautiful and very well maintained. Large outdoor playpark for the kids too. On site cafe was great, very good value for money and the food was lovely and freshly made. We had baked potatoes, strawberry tarts, a coffee and a cold drink each and spent £33. Seating indoors and outdoors. There are bookable tours of the house itself available although I think you have to book in advance. A beautiful place that you could easily spend a whole day exploring.

Beautiful garden and grounds. The cafe is really nice, good food (tomato and roasted peppers soup was simply amazing!) Coffee is exceptional. Highly recommend.

Lovely place to spend the day walking around and chilling out. I was quite surprised how big the gardens are, lots of places to sit and enjoy especially on a sunny day, There's a fantastic children's adventure playground in amongst the trees to keep the little angles happy, Gorgeous little cafe, Lovely staff, Food was very nice, Good coffee. Will definitely go again when l'm in the area.

Lovely Family Day Out at Dumfries Estate We had a fantastic day at Dumfries Estate with the family! Beautiful gardens, scenic walks, and a great adventure playground for the kids. The house tour was really interesting, and the café had tasty food. A perfect mix of nature, history, and relaxation — highly recommended

Fabulous place. If you love history. If you love Georgian design. If you love amazing food. If you love incredible walks. Just fabulous!

Visited the café, shop, Arboretum and walled garden. The weather was good which made a great difference. The grounds are beautifully laid out with a rich variety of trees, shrubs and plants. Produce used in the restaurant, café and cookery school on site too.

Visiting Dumfries House Gardens was an absolute delight. The entire space feels serene and perfectly laid out, with a beautiful flow that invites you to wander and explore at your own pace. The walled garden's gorgeous beds had a plethora of annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees, from roses and clematis to gladioli and apples. It was nearly overwhelming. The fruit and vegetable gardens are not only productive but a feast for the eyes, bursting with colour and life. Every corner reveals something new – from vibrant, carefully tended flower beds to stretches of stunning woodland that feel both peaceful and full of character. One of my favourite spots was the picturesque pond areas, where the water reflected the surrounding greenery and created a sense of calm. Everywhere you turn, there’s another hidden gem to admire, making it easy to spend hours soaking in the sights. Dumfries House Gardens is a place where nature, beauty, and thoughtful design come together perfectly – a must-visit for anyone who loves the outdoors.

A beautiful place! Visited at the end of June and we had a mix of sun and rain. We drove over to Kirroughtree vistor center and did the yellow trail, which took a couple of hours at a slow pace. Then went on to see the deers at Red Deer Range, highly recommend! You can take them an apple or carrot and they will get up close to you. Then we drove along Raidors Road, which wasn't really worth it. Overall, a beautiful place to visit and lots to see and do!

Great day out here with 2 x Labradors. Completed several of the trials, brilliantly signposted, great paths, dogs were safe off leash. Some crossovers on gravel roads, but nothing too long. Did 7.5k circular and crossed paths with 2/3 ppl and dogs max.

Stunning place with forests, lochs and Scottish history, the rivers, waterfalls and wildlife are everywhere you turn, places to see stars with no light pollution around for miles.

Amazing place. Would highly recommend. Breathtaking scenery

Fantastic beautiful scenery lovely area to explore the wilderness saw Red Kitës flying around .visited the deer range and goat park amazing

Stellar scenery and lovely walks of various lengths and abilities. Wonderful cafe/restaurant with friendly staff, excellent menu and competitive prices. Such a beautiful setting - Scotland showing its finest jewels:)

Galloway Forest Park is a hidden gem worth discovering. The drive there is half the adventure, winding through breathtaking landscapes with panoramic views that make every turn exciting. Once inside the park, you're surrounded by a tapestry of rugged mountains, serene lochs reflecting the sky, and ancient woodlands filled with the whispers of history. For hikers, there's a trail for every pace, from leisurely walks to challenging climbs. Mountain bikers will love the exhilarating routes that wind through the park's diverse terrain. Anglers can find peace by the lochs, casting lines into clear waters teeming with fish, while wildlife enthusiasts can spot red deer and varied range of bird species. A highlight of Galloway Forest Park is its Dark Sky Park status, a haven for stargazers seeking pristine night skies. On clear evenings, the stars illuminate the heavens, offering a breathtaking spectacle. Whether you're drawn by adventure or simply crave tranquility in nature's embrace, Galloway Forest Park promises an unforgettable experience with its natural beauty and diverse activities.

1st time visiting and with my grand children. It was worth the money £12 for adults and £9 for children, under 5s free., also discount s for students and pensioners.This allows you to visit the museum and farm for one year . Plenty animals for kids to look at. Also an old farm house which you can look around. Tractor ride is also free which will take you up to the main bit of the farm. We chose to walk up but on reflection should have taken the tractor ride as we had a double pram . We did get tractor back down to the museum and pram was folded down and put in the back of tractor. Plenty to look at in museum and facilities are good with a cafe (this was a bit expensive if your on a budget) We finished off our day to the play park which has ample tables and benches.

Nice friendly staff across the board probably minus one in the cafe but the rest all friendly. Great set up, registered for the year very good and will return. Good tractor ride up to the farm, park pretty good with plenty of picnic tables. A lot of tractors to see downstairs aswell as a few activity areas. Good to pass a few hours time.

We decided to explore this museum in our short visit to Glasgow. I think it is a small hidden gem, that is worth to visit. The ticket costs around 13 pounds and it gives you access during all the year. The museum itself is relatively small: I would say it would take 1 hour to see all the things and read all the information. However, the trip to the farm is super great. First, one can go there in a tractor trip (costs already included), which is itself a nice experience. Then, in the farm one can see many animals: pigs, chickens, cows, highland cows, and horses. Unfortunately it is not possible to interact with them, but one can get very nice close pictures! The trip to the farm would take another hour. Coming back to the museum, there is a cafeteria with standard prices I would say. There was a soup of the day option, as well as many other options. I recommend the coronation chicken. It was my first time trying it; it is a combination of curry, chicken and raisins, and tastes awesome. I wish there was more animals and more interactions with them, but it was fun. I would recommend anyone to come to this place also to see high land coos

Had a great day very funny to see the duck parade and also the ride up to the farm on the tractor. Cute wee piggy's to see. Farm house is so nice looking back through the past.

A good experience, went mainly for the farm and it was a good day going there. Friendly staff, great views and was good to see how things are on a working farm. Also got to see cows being milked too which was a surprise!

We spent about two hours at the Museum. While the museum itself didn’t fully capture my interest, I did enjoy the walk to the farm and the tractor ride—it was a nice touch and a bit of fun. The café was on the pricey side, but parking was easy and convenient, and the staff were friendly throughout the visit. I think this place would be a great outing for families with children—there’s more for kids to see and do. For adults without a strong interest in rural history or farming, it might feel a bit quiet.

Lovely afternoon spent at the National Museum of Rural Life. It wasn't a planned visit as I was in Glasgow for a concert the day before and wanted somewhere to visit. The weather was beautiful, blue skies and sunshine, so we walked to the working farm instead of a tractor ride. The new born calves were lovely to see as was the milking parlour. The museum was interesting along with the history of farming. We went on a weekday afternoon so it was very quiet, plenty of parking. The bonus is that the entry ticket lasts for a year, so when I come back to Glasgow I can visit again.

We've been there a few times in the past. Interesting guests, presentations and equipment. But... We would be coming more often but the road puts me off. It's a tyre slasher in places and very uneven. Could only be fun in a 4x4. And the opening and closing gates? C'mon... People have been complaining about the access road for years but nothing is being done about it. Surely must be worth upgrading to bring more people in and therefore more money? Unless it's only for people who can afford a 4x4? I hope I'm wrong as it should be accessible to all. Speaking of. The place is NOT ACCESSIBLE for people with disabilities. Very disappointing.

Didn't get the weather unfortunately but still enjoyed the tour it & will deffo be back. If you're lucky you'll get to meet the 3 friendly labs.

Staff couldn't have been more friendly and if you like dogs they have three beautiful labradores!

Great way to spend a night. Got to see planets & galaxies!

Was an interesting and fun night out! Never realised there was somewhere like it nearby and it was worth the trip! The staff were very helpful and obviously knew a lot about the stars. The interactive science exhibit was also interesting and fun to see. Getting up the hills towards it can be difficult with some of the hills being quite steep. My Golf managed it but it struggled a tiny bit

We loved this place. Will 100% go back. It was 100% cloud cover and chucking it down when we visited so we experienced the "plan B" which was still very informative and worth going along too. Only thing to note is that the drive to it is very windy with very bad deep gravel roads so just take care and maybe don't drive anything too fancy or low! Bare this in mind for your journey time too as it took us considerably longer to get there than google had suggested, albeit I imagine this was mostly down to the atrocious weather!

Lovely experience overall! It was beautiful looking up at the stars and I got a fantastic shot of the moon with my mobile through the telescope! We were a bit nervous driving up in our Ford Fiesta, but we made it in the end! It was ~quite~ cold despite us both having gone in August & making sure we were well-dressed for the weather.

Dean Castle Country Park is a spectacular and absolutely free day out for the whole family! Nestled right in Kilmarnock, this place is an oasis of history and nature that feels a million miles away from the town. The highlight, of course, is the magnificent 14th-century Dean Castle itself. The recent renovations have been done beautifully, and exploring its history and world-class collections of arms and armor is truly captivating. Beyond the castle, the country park is an adventure waiting to happen. We spent hours wandering the woodland paths, spotting wildlife, and just soaking in the peaceful atmosphere. The park is clearly a source of pride for the community. The facilities are excellent, and there's a lovely cafe, "The Laird's Table," for a well-deserved coffee and cake. It's a place that caters to everyone, whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or a family looking for a fun day out. Dean Castle Country Park is a treasure. I can't believe it's free to visit. It's a shining example of what a local park can be, and I highly recommend it to anyone in the area or even just passing through.

An Absolute Gem on Glasgow's Doorstep! I cannot recommend Dean Castle and Country Park highly enough. We visited on a whim, looking for a day out that offered something for everyone, and it completely surpassed all our expectations. First and foremost, the wildlife is the star of the show. Walking through the beautiful, mature parkland, we were thrilled to see fallow deer roam in their expansive enclosures. But the animal encounters don't stop there; The park is also home to a charming collection of farm animals, including friendly sheep, curious goats, and wonderfully content-looking pigs. It was an absolute delight for both children and adults alike. The woodland walks are fantastic. The trails are well-signposted and cater to all levels of fitness, offering peaceful, shaded paths that make you forget you're just a stone's throw from the city. The combination of open parkland and dense woodland is simply beautiful in any season. Speaking of location, the proximity to Glasgow is a massive plus. It's incredibly easy to get to, making it the perfect escape from the urban hustle without needing to spend hours in the car. You can be immersed in this tranquil countryside setting in just minutes. The facilities are top-notch. The visitors centre is a great starting point, with helpful staff and interesting information. A huge bonus for families and anyone on a day out: there are plenty of toilets located conveniently around the park, so you're never caught short! After our long walk, we popped into the cafe for a coffee and a bite. It was lovely, with a good selection of hot and cold food, delicious cakes, and a clean, welcoming atmosphere. It was the perfect way to refuel. And then there's the castle itself – the beautifully maintained Dean Castle. The courtyard is immaculate and feels like stepping back in time, while the gardens surrounding it are a delight, filled with colour and carefully tended plants. In summary, Dean Castle and Country Park is a flawless day out. It seamlessly blends history, nature, and modern convenience. We left feeling refreshed, educated, and already planning our next visit. An undeniable 5-star experience

From my experience, the Dean Castle is one of the best preserved castles in Scotland. We explored the fascinating instrument collection and the impressive armour displays, which made for an amazing experience. After our visit, we enjoyed a delicious coffee and pastry in the cafeteria. The surrounding park is beautiful, with a peaceful river, wildlife and stunning scenery. It was a truly memorable visit.

This place is absolutely beautiful. We went on a day when it was so sunny. Lots of autumn colours. Our dog really enjoyed the walks, some steep hills so if you have trouble I’d say take hiking sticks.

We had a great day out at Dean Castle Country Park. It was a good place to walk our dog with different trails to follow. Some are more challenging than others but there are some accessible paths. We enjoyed a cake in the cafe which has a covered seating area outside for sitting with your dog. Being Outlander fans we enjoyed visiting and found out some of the prequel series will be filmed there too. The staff in and around the gift shop were very friendly and informative although I suspect it was mainly so they could give our dog some extra fuss. Definitely a place we will revisit when we are back in that part of the world.

The deer are near the car park entrance, right before the castle! 🦌🦌 We went on the Farm Trail thinking we'd see the deer on the way, but turns out they're right at the start 😭 But!!!! The Farm Trail was so good too with horses, goats, ducks etc !!!

Very interesting collection of musical instruments and armour. Our granddaughter really enjoyed dressing up in period pieces. What a nice touch. So nice to be see deer up close. The cafe has really decent food too.

Interesting layout, and variety of holes. Seemed long, challenging, a lot of bunkers, or maybe that was just us finding them 😁. Greens were fine, but tees weren't in a great condition. I'd recommend a buggy as there's a fair walk between some greens and tees.

Drive up through the ancient archway of Rowallan Castle Golf Course in the Springtime when the Azelas and Rhododendrons are in bloom and you’d think you were at Augusta National. Beautiful setting with spectacular views over to Arran and the Ayrshire Coast. The course designed by Colin Montgomerie is sculpted out of the landscape and is a stern test of golf with bunkers strategically placed on every hole. The front 9 has some difficult par 3’s over water with the back 9 longer and more challenging when the wind blows - great course with a really good membership

Played at Senior open on 20th May, had a great day, apart from score lol. Course was Fantastic and everyone so friendly and welcoming. Already booked for August and September looking forward to it.

Hidden gem of a golf club. Very welcoming, great membership, the course is challenging and in great condition. Having the Glasshouse restaurant as part of the club is a fantastic bonus as the service and food are excellent. I couldn’t recommend more.

In Ayrshire, there’s no better lay out of and test of a golf course than rowallan. Every hole has been constructed to challenge every shot and it’s a pleasure to play. The improvements over the last few years are incredibly visible

Simply stunning wedding venue. Ticks all the boxes in terms of photographic potential, and the staff are very friendly and efficient too. Awesome :-)

An afternoon tea for 10. Set in beautiful surroundings, the dining area is comfortable with a relaxed atmosphere. The afternoon tea is reasonably priced and has the potential to be a more memorable experience. With only a few tweeks, it could be so much more..... The sandwiches had been sitting for a while before being served, as mine were slightly hard around the edges. There were only 2 different fillings presented for my vegetarian option, whereas the non vegetarians in our group had 3. The tea was served in teapots with metal handles that were initially too hot to the touch to pour, a very odd choice instead of the normal porcelain. Part of the sweet/cake element of the tea was a small glass filled with lemon possit.....no spoon was provided, so the teaspoon that came with the cup & saucer had to be used, but sadly too large to reach the bottom of the glass. It is the small fine details that differentuate between a nice afternoon tea and an unforgettable one. I would visit The Glasshouse again, but more for the beautiful surroundings, not for the Afternoon Tea.

I visited this wonderful place during the week . Free to get in nice tea room and made welcome , I haven't been to paisley for decades , and that was to see Killie play st mirren . Apart from the abbey, there wasn't much else to see in paisley and I tried . The museum was shut and Like most towns and cities in the UK , their glory days are in the past . Sad

Paisley, Abbey is a must see if you’re into seeing old churches and Abbeys. It’s a little out of town but well worth the trip. The exterior and interior are spectacular and is awe inspiring as any I’ve seen, having additions and rebuilds. And it is not overrun with tourists. I took the guided tour which was wonderful because nobody else showed up but me, the guide was a wealth of information and a delight to speak with and informed me that they wish they had more visitors. They have a little coffee and souvenir shop. Take some time and visit this wonderful old Abbey.

We loved it. We went to see the Barochan Cross but there is so much wonderful history. Paisley Abbey is a historic parish church of the Church of Scotland, located on the east bank of the White Cart Water in the center of Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland—about 7 miles (11 km) west of Glasgow. Recognized as the “cradle of the Royal House of Stewart,” it blends Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Established around 1163 by Walter FitzAlan, the first High Steward of Scotland, as a Cluniac priory on the site of a 6th-century Celtic church founded by St. Mirin. Under royal patronage, the abbey grew wealthy through trade with European centers. It was a center of learning; Scottish hero William Wallace is believed to have been educated there in the late 13th century. There are several royal burials in the church, including Robert III. The staff are wonderful. They were patient in detailing the above history and pointing out interesting highlights, including the alien gargoyle on the upper tier. Highly recommended.

Another one of our locations for looking for my wife's family, we encountered Paisley Abbey after we attempted our first look at Hadrian's Wall. And lo and behold, we find one of the ancestors by the name of John Hamilton, and we took our time examining a church that used to echo with his footsteps. Cool! As you can see, the church is very wheelchair accessible, and it is crammed full of artifacts, tombs, and lots of inscriptions.

An excellent and beautiful abbey right in the heart of Paisley! A great design which certainly catches the eye. There is so much history here, dating back about a millennium. Battles between the Scots and Anglos with Edward Longshanks and Bruce, Stuart Houses. It has saw fires, the war, and much more. I recommend coming here. There are plenty of places to sit, have a rest in the shade. Wonderful place.

“This is a place where the glory of God and the love of people come together. The spiritual atmosphere of the Abbey brings deep peace to the heart, and the brothers and sisters in Christ welcome you with open arms and loving hearts. ‘Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honour one another above yourselves.’ (Romans 12:10)”

I recently visited Paisley Abbey and was really impressed. The renovation work has made the place look amazing while still keeping its old charm. You can see how much care has gone into restoring and maintaining the Abbey. The staff were kind and shared interesting stories about its history and the recent repairs. The place feels peaceful and full of character. It’s also easy to reach with parking nearby and shops and cafés around. If you’re in Paisley, I’d highly recommend stopping by, it’s a lovely mix of history, beauty, and calm.

Interesting visit for anyone interested in this iconic poet, cottage set in pretty grounds, car parking is efficient, toilets situated just before entrance to cottage, small place as you can imagine, the actual museum is situated approximately 20 minutes walk from the cottage also the cafe, you can drive however you would miss some of the ambiance of the place, well worth a visit

Lovely atmosphere with rich and engaging exhibits that give real insight into Robert Burns’ life and work. The café is surprisingly good too, with a wide variety of food. Overall a very enjoyable visit and well worth it.

We had a day trip out to the Robert Burns museum and cottage and found both extremely interesting. The museum tells the story of his life and writings, we were surprised by the amount of music and songs he wrote as well as poetry. There are a lot of artifacts tracing his whole life and writings. The carvings of the Tam o' shanter story are excellent and well worth a look. There is also a very good restaurant there with a varied selection of food and drink. We took the poets path to the Burns Cottage but there is another car park there if you want. The cottage is well laid out and gives you a good idea how they lived back then. Outside the museum you can walk to the Burns Monument and gardens and not far from this is the Brig O'Doon bridge. All the staff we spoke to were really friendly and helpful and made it a good day out. Steve and Jenny

We only did the gardens and the walk to his birthplace as the museum isnt dog friendly. This was free and worth a look around. Good to see BrigaDoon too.

An interesting time looking around the museum, used our NT membership. Went to view Brig a Doon and walked the Poets path both ways and enjoyed the sculptures beside the path. Didn't have time to visit his actual birth place, viewed it from the outside only.

Museum was okay if you are into that sort of thing, the garden was lovely,if you climb the monument you get a good view of it,plus there is the brig o doon bridge,then you can go to burns cottage. Staff were really nice and explained a few things,good cup of coffee in cafe.

The museum is excellent, a good hour or so to look around, well put together with interactive displays to maintain engagement. The shop appears quite pricey (NTS comparable), the RBB cottage could benefit from some information boards..., the cafe (visited twice in two weeks) was excellent the first time with very friendly staff, accommodating and helpful, the second visit was disappointing (different staff, different attitudes). Good size car park nearby (50-100yds), 10 min walk to RBB cottage or a short drive to the adjoining car park there.

Beautiful monument with stunning garden area to walk freely around and great views from the top of the monument.

A lovely memorial to Rabbie Burns set in its own gardens. You can climb up the steps and get views over the area including the Brig O'Doon There are also some figures and commentary about the Tam O'Shanter story as well. Lovely gardens surround the monument Definitely worth a visit even if you have little or no knowledge of Robert Burns

A beautiful setting to enjoy the history of Robert Burns. Free admission and you can go to the upper part of the monument by a spiral staircase. Robert Burns cottage and museum are close by as is Poet's Path, Brig o'Doon and Auld Kirk.

Burns Monument and the Memorial Gardens are beautiful. The tulips and blossom trees were stunning. I really enjoyed strolling around, then sitting on a bench in the sunshine, admiring the view.

I really came here to see the Burns Monument. Turns out it's currently being refurbished. The monument is currently surrounded by scaffolding and fenced off to the public. The gardens are nice, but that's not what I wanted to see. This place is right next to the Brig O'Doon and 5 minutes walk to the Burns Birthplace Museum. So it's not too much of a detour. If you only want to see the monument, then it's a bit of a disappointment.

Lovely relaxing place to walk around. The steps are quite steep to go up the monument but you get a stunning view from the top

Impressive monument situated in gardens behind the Burns museum and visitor centre. There is a viewing platform up the stairs within the monument looking over the gardens and Brig O Doon

Nic place discovered while I was on my short holiday. Amazing views, you can walk far in to the sea, as water is shallow. Nice playground for kids and places with delicious ice creams.

Had a lovely day at Ayr Beach! The weather was perfect — clear skies and a really lively atmosphere. Great place for a walk along the shore, and we grabbed a chippy nearby which was the perfect touch. Can’t beat it on a sunny day!

Such a shame that the beach is full of litter. Unsanitary sand, too many flies due to all the rubbish around and it attracts too many seagulls because of the leftover food disposed of anywhere. No bins in sight, so no wonder the lack of care. The beach has great potential. Warm water. Impressive to see giant jellyfish. Unfortunately it doesn’t make me want to go back.

Ayr Beach in Ayr is a wonderful spot for a relaxing day out. The long, sandy stretch is clean and scenic, ideal for family picnics, walking along the promenade, or simply enjoying the fresh sea air. With free parking, onsite restaurants, and facilities that are wheelchair accessible, it’s a convenient and inclusive choice for all visitors. Water recreation, boating, and fishing options make it an active, enjoyable destination. The nearby entertainment center adds extra value, making it perfect for both leisurely strolls and fun-filled outings. I highly recommend Ayr Beach for anyone looking for a family-friendly place to unwind by the sea.

What a lovely beach. We found a free car park which is a bonus and took a lovely stroll down the sea front. Plenty to see too. Beach was sandy and plenty of shell picking too.

We were there for the air show and had a great dat,we were amazed at the scale of the event,the facilities were bang on as was the organizing. The kids also had a great day.

Great beach and always a joy to visit. Town centre not too far. Plenty of parking. Great for the air show!

Friendly people and nice area but a bit of a snag when you buy the packages. You think it will cost you around £100 but then another £300 creeps up for balls, making this a future miss. The kids also had to play against other unknown groups, making it a bit unpleasant where friends could be more fun and forgiving.

First trip to the UK and this was DEFINITELY worth it. The only girl in a group of guys, but shot enough to make up for it! The hosts/staff were amazing, kind, hilarious, and very informative. 10/10 work the pain in the ass (literally), would come again.

Great day out with the boys. Staff were very accommodating and friendly, will definitely to it again.

Booked this for my sons 11th Birthday and it did not disappoint!! They had so much fun and will be comparing bruises at school Monday morning lols!! So what it's muddy and the toilets are a bit dirty - but what do you expect with an outdoor activity in the rain?! We booked the 500 paintballs and this was suffice for the three games - infact he boys had some left! The staff were really lovely and fun - in particular thanks to Gillian for her light hearted approach! I'm sure the boys will be eager to return!!!! 👌

Place was brilliant, Kenny and Nick was perfect mix of funny and serious got the rules across and let us have a lot of fun. Prices were very good also, could definitely be back.

Came here from America and had a blast. Hilarious and kind staff. Interactive and exciting games. I’d do this over cardio any day and everyday.

10/10 the guys were great, would come again 😉 maybe with more layers 😂

Beautiful place for a day out with kids, not so far from glasgow, they have huge parking, very different kinda of kids play and entertainment like bouncy castles, toy train rides, boat ride, mini tractors , bike ride , big slides, zip lines etc. Also animals like llama, deer, kangaroo are the main attractions. Although it has the fee around 17 pounds, but worth it. Point to be noted that, many of the rides like train , boat, truck etc are not free or included in entry fee, need to pay separately.

Arrived only expecting to spend half a day. We ended up staying until close. Amazing farm with plenty to do for children and adults whether it was going on the amount of playgrounds they have to offer, or driving quad bikes and riding on the miniature railway. Plenty of spaces to sit down and have your packed lunch if you've brought some with you.

Fantastic family day out, came here with our 6 year old who had so much fun! There is so much included in the ticket price and then a few extra which are super affordable such as the train ride and quad bikes. The staff were super friendly and you could tell that they cared about the animals and the people visiting, the site was clean and well kept. Would highly recommend to anyone as it was a great day out!

This is a lovely farm park and a definite must visit! Well worth the money with loads of different animals as well as parks, tractors, mini train, and other fun activities like a mini tobogganing, zip line and trampolins! As well as a decent soft play which is out of sight so won't distract children from the animals. Make sure you grab a bag of animal feed!! Only one issue I have as a horsefield tortoise owner if anyone from the park see's this... he shouldn't be housed with another species as they will fight especially if either or both are males as they are more aggressive. I understand he's probably a rescue and you're probably aware of his underbite, hopefully this is something you are working on solving as this can cause problems eating. Just some small upgrades would massive improve his health and lifestyle, including a slate plate instead of plastic one to support keeping his beak trimmed, top soil as a substitute as they dig to regulate their body temperature, safe weeds and flowers are much more nutritious and you have plenty of land to beable to grow your own. My horsefield (Fluffy) loves pansy's! I honestly had a wonderful visit with my family during our holiday, and if we ever holiday again in the area we will definitely return.

Nice collection of kid-friendly animals (no big safari-style animals it's a bit smaller-scale than that). Some of the cages looked like they could have been a bit bigger but the animals looked in good condition at least. Plenty of indoor and outdoor play options and good cafes. Friendly staff and atmosphere all round.

Absolutely love this place for a day out. Go for opening so you can get the most of the day. Entry is expensive. I think we where around £60 for 2 adults and 2 children. It is well worth it though. There are so many animals to see and you can buy feed for £2 a bag. The goats are my favourite but there are so many cuties (including alpacas which are actually at a field at the end of the car park outside so if you haven't used your animal food at closing you can go up and feed them when you leave). There are multiple different play parks for kids as well as a softplay area indoors and a shooting game thing. We always pack a lunch so we don't need to stop to go in to eat and usually eat on the wee benches next to the big slides and bouncy things. There are go karts too although we've never been on them since kids are too wee right now.

A fantastic day out for the whole family! Hand feed animals, and there's plenty of them! Cheaper to book in advance online. I would recommend going as close to opening as possible as the afternoon got really busy. Not just animals there's plenty of activities for the kids like trampolines and adventure playgrounds