Question 1

Christmas 2025

Accepted Answer

Here’s some info so you know what to expect when you visit the park this Christmas! 🎄🚂🎁❤️

🎅 ✨ 🎁 🎄CHRISTMAS🎄 🎁 ✨ 🎅

December 2025 - Dates to be confirmed

🎟 All Christmas activities are FREE extras! 
So just book park tickets as normal.

🎅🏻 SANTA will be hosting Singalong sessions indoors throughout the day until 3pm. He will be on stage singing and joking and encouraging everyone in the crowd to sing along with him!

🎪The Old Fashioned Carnival Games for all the family to play are in the walled garden!

🎁 The Elf Station is where every child (aged 0 - 11 years) will get a FREE present from the elves. This runs 11am - 3pm in the walled garden.

❄️ All Christmas activities are outdoors, as is most of the farm, so remember to wrap up warm! (and bring spare socks for the trampolines!) 😉

See you all soon!

Question 2

What other events do you hold?

Accepted Answer

We have amazing events planned for throughout the year.

Keep an eye out here or on Social media for more details

Question 3

Postcode Bingo

Accepted Answer

How to book Postcode Bingo Tickets

- Go to https://CVFPpostcodebingo.eventbrite.co.uk 
- Select date of visit
- Select ‘enter promo code’
- Enter promo code - then apply
- Ticket – POSTCODE BINGO - will now be available
- Select ticket/s – you can purchase as many as you require
- Checkout
- Enter name, email address and mobile number of purchaser
- Register

Tickets will then be sent to the email address supplied. 
You will need to present this along with your proof of valid postcode to check in at the park.
These online tickets are strictly not transferrable once booked

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Terms and Conditions

Details
Each postcode within a specific area in Central and Southern Scotland will be entered into a fortnightly draw to gain a promotional code to get park tickets at an amazing 50% off. Tickets will be available online and for the specific dates advertised only.

T&C's

Clyde Valley Family Park is a revenue driven project and we ask you to follow all of the terms and conditions to allow everyone to be in with the same chance to benefit from this great offer.

Booking online is the only way to get the discount via a promotional code
Promotional codes are only valid on the dates specified when advertised
Tickets are strictly not transferrable or refundable and no exceptions will be made unless the event is cancelled by the park
Proof of eligibility must be provided at reception when checking in. If unable to provide suitable proof, the remaining balance must be paid in order to enter the premises. 
Valid proof of eligibility includes the following and must include the lead name on the booking and postcode – drivers licence or utility bill or DLA letter or other household bill with the relevant information. Further ID may be required to prove identity – only 1 item is required.
Once an area/code has been drawn, it will not be able to be redrawn within the following 12 months
Only selected dates throughout the year are valid and won’t include school and bank holidays or any themed events held by the park 
An adult must accompany children aged 15 years old or younger.
CVFP reserves the right to refuse admission and/or cancel tickets without refund if the holder, or anyone as part of the membership, behaves in a threatening or abusive way to our staff, contractors, visitors or animals or doesn’t satisfy our ID requirement
Prices, benefits and terms and conditions correct at time of going to print.
CVFP also reserves the right to withdraw or change this offer at any time, without prior notice

For more information regarding this offer, or any other details, please get in touch via:
☎ 01555 861222 | ✉  info@clydevalleyfamilypark.co.uk

Question 4

What is there to do at Clyde Valley Family Park

Accepted Answer

We have all sizes of GoKarts, pedal tractors, trampolines, Jelly Bellys, Crazy Golf, Hay Stack, Sandpit and climbing frame, Play Fortress, Giant 4-lane Slide, Folly Slides, Education Barn, Cattle Court, Musical Woodland Walk and of course our Safari Train which takes you around the farm and through the fields to meet the animals!

Sheep, Goats, Pigs, Highland Cows, Deer, Donkeys, Clydesdales Horse, Chickens, Ducks, Turkeys, Rhea, Peacocks, Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Wallabies AND our very cheeky Llamas!

Last entry is 1 hour before closing. Last train is 1 hour before closing.

Book here https://Clydevalleyfp.eventbrite.co.uk

Question 5

Do you need a ticket for a baby? Under 2?

Accepted Answer

Under 2's DO NOT need a ticket and do not need to be booked online.

Children aged 2 years old need a '2 year old' ticket.
Children aged 3 and above each need an 'Adult OR Child' ticket.
Adults need an 'Adult OR Child ticket.

Book here https://Clydevalleyfp.eventbrite.co.uk

Question 6

Can I buy Memberships/Annual Passes?

Accepted Answer

Annual memberships can be bought at the park when you visit. This saves you money if you visit more than 5 times a year. All details are as follows;

Joining fees:
£70 each for an Adult or Child
£56 for concessions such as Disabled/ Carer/ OAP
£35 for a 2 Year Olds
Up to 24 months are free
*PRICES HAVE INCREASED FROM 4TH MARCH 2024

Each member will receive an individual ID card which requires a passport sized photo. (These don't have to be passport quality and can be printed off a computer)
For each member visiting the park you then pay £1 per visit. 
Memberships are valid for 12 months from date of purchase. Other terms and conditions apply. 
Members will also receive 8 x 20% discount vouchers to give to friends and families for the park.

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If you have booked day tickets for the park and decide to upgrade before you leave, your ticket cost will be take off the rice of your membership.
This offer is only valid if you upgrade on the day of your visit.

Question 7

What are your opening times?

Accepted Answer

We are open from 10am - 5pm every day!
In winter from 10am - 4pm.
Check social media for the most up to date information!

We close one day a week during November, December, January and February, but unlike other Parks we do not close for the winter, so you'll always have somewhere to visit!

We close on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years day.

We also may close for a couple of weeks in January or February for essential park maintenance, the exact dates for this will be posted on our facebook page close to the time.

Question 8

Do you need to book? Can you pay at the door?

Accepted Answer

Tickets can be bought at the door, however it is cheaper to book online.

If tickets are SOLD OUT there will be no tickets available at the door.
Book online to guarantee your will get a space!

Members and Prepaid Paper Tickets do not need to book as we have space reserved for you.

Book here https://Clydevalleyfp.eventbrite.co.uk

Question 9

What animals do you have?

Accepted Answer

Sheep, Goats, Pigs, Highland Cows, Deer, Donkeys, Horses, Chickens, Ducks, Turkeys, Rhea, Peacocks, Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Wallabies AND our very cheeky Llamas!

Question 10

Can you feed the animals?

Accepted Answer

Yes! our animals are very friendly and will come up to meet you for a snack and a head scratch!

Animal food costs 1 x £1 token per cup, and is suitable for all our large animals.

Animals can only be fed with the animal feed provided on the farm. Food which is not part of their normal diet can cause upset tummies and even be dangerous to animals. 
Do not bring your own food for the animals.

Question 11

Do you have a cafe?

Accepted Answer

There is a cafe on site, serving hot drinks, hot and cold food and kids lunch boxes. It can be busy so there may be a wait for a table on hot days. Hot food served until appox 4pm.

Picnics are also welcome in our walled garden picnic area or our indoor picnic barn!

Question 12

Can you bring a picnic?

Accepted Answer

Picnics are welcome in our walled garden picnic area or our indoor picnic barn!

Question 13

How much is parking?

Accepted Answer

The Clyde Walkway Car Park, which is next to us belonging to the Carfin Estate, is £2 for the full day.

Question 14

Do you allow dogs?

Accepted Answer

Although we all love dogs unfortunately they cannot visit the park, as it is too stressful for the livestock to see unfamiliar dogs.

Question 15

Can children visit without an adult?

Accepted Answer

Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Children must not be left unattended in any area of the park - adult supervision at all times.

Question 16

What age group is Clyde Valley Family Park best for?

Accepted Answer

All ages!

Our activities are best suited to kids between ages 2 - 12, however we also get many children younger and older than this who tell us they've had a brilliant time.
Everything in the park is designed to be enjoyed by adults too, so that children can experience playing and learning with their parents!

Question 17

How often does the train go?

Accepted Answer

Our train goes around the park to see the animals. The first train of the day is at 11am, and runs regularly throughout the day (this will be more often on busy days). The last train of the day is 1 hour before closing.

Children must be accompanied by an adult on the train.

Question 18

How long does it take to visit Clyde Valley Family Park?

Accepted Answer

Your tickets are for the whole day, so you can arrive anytime and play as long as you like! On average families stay 3-5 hours, But many arrive at opening and don't leave until we close!

Question 19

Do you sell gift vouchers?

Accepted Answer

Day ticket and annual memberships are available as vouchers to give as a gift. 
These can be bought over the phone or in person.

Day tickets vouchers can be used any time within 1 year of purchase.
Membership vouchers can be redeemed within 6 months. The membership then lasts 1 year from the date you redeem the voucher.

Question 20

Do you have a discount for NHS, Blue light card, or SPRA members?

Accepted Answer

NHS, Blue Light card and SPRA members receive 20% discount on day tickets with their NHS ID and/or SPRA Card or blue light card .

To get the discount when booking, enter the promo code BLUELIGHT and select the special tᎥckets that appear. You can use these tickets for your whole group. You must bring your valid staff ID on the day to prove the discount.

Book here https://Clydevalleyfp.eventbrite.co.uk

Question 21

Can I change my ticket date?

Accepted Answer

Eventbrite does not allow for date changes. However in extreme circumstances we may be able to enter an Emergency request for you through their site. Please send an email with your 'Order Number' if this is the case.

Tickets cannot be changed due to wet weather. On wet days remember to dress warm, wear sensible shoes and a spare pair of socks for the trampolines!

Question 22

Do you do birthday parties?

Accepted Answer

We currently don't have any extra activities for birthdays, but we do offer group discounts! For groups from 10-24 people you can book using the Group Rate on Eventbrite. For groups of 25 or more people please get in touch by phone or email to get the best discount.

Please be aware that adults do need their own ticket and children must be supervised in all areas of the park.

Question 23

Is the park wheelchair friendly? Accessibility

Accepted Answer

The main part of the park is paved so has no issues for wheelchairs. Our education barn and fortress are upstairs and we have just opened a farm ramp through the cattle court to bring you over the animal pens and up there. The walkways to meet some of the animals are gravel paths and quite steep in places, however our Train takes you through the fields to meet the animal as well, and it has a wheelchair carriage. We do also have a mobility scooter available to book. Our accessible toilets are in the main cafe building.

Our full access statement is available below.

Question 24

How much is the train?

Accepted Answer

The Train and all the activities are included in your ticket price! The only extra is our £1 tokens for a cup of animals food, or for a golf ball.

Question 25

Can you bring a buggy?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can bring buggy's to the park. You are also able to pop in and out to the car park if wish to put your buggy away.

Buggy's cannot be brought on the train, but there are buggy parking spaces next to the station where you can leave them (at your own risk).

Question 26

Can you pay with card/cash?

Accepted Answer

The reception, shop and cafe all accept both card and cash. The Estate's car parking machine also accepts both.

To purchase tokens in the park (for animal food or golf balls only), there are token machines around the park which take any change, plus one in the shop which will change £10 notes to coins. We can also sell tokens in the shop via card if you have no cash.

Question 27

Do you have Events? Christmas/Halloween/Easter

Accepted Answer

We do! All the information about our seasonal events will be posted on our facebook.

When tickets become available for the next event we will announce it on our facebook page!

🐣🐰🐣🐰🐣🐰🐣🐰🐣🐰
MASSIVE Easter Egg Hunt
18th to 21st April 2025
Good Friday, Saturday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday

1000's of eggs hidden around the park each day.
Will you find a red egg? Gold egg? Or the elusive Platinum egg?!
Find ONE coloured egg per child to swap for a prize.

🎃🦇👻💀🎃🦇👻💀🎃🦇👻💀 
Halloween - October 2025 (dates to be decided)

🎃Pumpkin Festival! - carve your pumpkin to take home and leave the mess with us!
🦇Themed Hunt - find the clues round the park to win a prize
💀Fancy Dress - come dressed up to take part in our daily competition
	
Tickets to the event must be booked online* to guarantee your space and pumpkin.
The event is very popular and dates may sell out - especially weekends!

All Halloween activities are FREE extras and are included in your normal ticket on these dates only. 
*Free pumpkins are for all children under 16

🎅🎁🎄🎅🎁🎄🎅🎁🎄🎅🎁🎄
Christmas @ Clyde Valley Family Park

December 2024 (dates to be decided)
Tickets are for the Park as normal- all the Christmas activities are a free extra!

‭ 🎅Santa will arrive on his sleigh train direct from the ‬North Pole daily at around 11.30am
‭ 🎅Join Santa for a sing-along in his Winter ‬Wonderland
 🎁Free present for every child* from the elves at their ‬workshop
🎄‭Hang a star with your Christmas wish‬
‭☃️Old fashioned carnival style games for all the family‬
‭❄️ Traditional hunt around the park to win a prize ‬
 ‭🎄Decorations and music around the park to get you in‬ the festive spirit
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Tickets to the event must be booked online* to guarantee your space and gift.
 The event is very popular and dates may sell out - especially weekends!

All Christmas activities are FREE extras and are included in your normal ticket on these dates only. 
*Free gifts are for all children under 12

Question 28

How to get here? Directions? Public transport? Taxi's?

Accepted Answer

The easiest way to get here is to simply type 'Clyde Valley Family Park' into the map app on your phone!

If you're using a car Sat Nav, our post code is ML85NJ. However this may bring you down the wrong driveway, so make sure to pay attention to road signs once you get nearby!

Our What3Words address is mascots.turkey.plums

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The closest bus stop is 'Braidwood Road Stop' in Crossford, which is a 10 - 20 minute walk away, along the Clyde Walkway.

There is a train station in Lanark. You can catch the 317 bus from there to Crossford. The 317 runs roughly every 30 mins, and takes 25 minutes.

There is also a station in Carluke, which is a 15 minute drive away.

Some Carluke taxi companies are listed below.  More can be found by searching online.
Go Taxi's Carluke - 01555666666
Andy's Taxi's - 01698352383

Question 29

What shoes should you wear? Footwear?

Accepted Answer

The park is paved and gravel paths so any trainers or boots are fine. Perhaps wellies for wet day for any puddles!

We would NOT recommend heels, sandals, dress shoes, or any footwear are clothing that you would like to keep nice. You will be running, sliding, peddling and playing! (grown-ups too!)

Question 30

How to buy Concession/Carer/OAP/Disabled tickets?

Accepted Answer

When booking online through Eventbrite, choose the 'Concession' ticket option if you fit into one of these categories.We offer a discount to both children with disabilities and to their carer, just choose one of the 'Concession' option tᎥckets for both people.

Accepted Proof of concession:Over 60's bus passCarer's IDAccess CardBlue Parking BadgeAwards letter (PIP/DLA/CDP)NEC card (for people with a disability)NHS IDBlue Light CardNational Disability CardNational Carers Card

Other forms of Concession Documentation may be accepted on a case by case basis.

Question 31

Lost Membership card?

Accepted Answer

If you have lost your membership card, the fee to replace your card is £5.
Please bring a photograph along with you, as replacement cards must have a photo inserted immediately upon creation.If you cannot provide a photograph we can take one for you, costing £2.

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Frequently asked questions

Christmas 2025

What other events do you hold?

Postcode Bingo

What is there to do at Clyde Valley Family Park

Do you need a ticket for a baby? Under 2?

Can I buy Memberships/Annual Passes?

What are your opening times?

Do you need to book? Can you pay at the door?

What animals do you have?

Can you feed the animals?

Do you have a cafe?

Can you bring a picnic?

How much is parking?

Do you allow dogs?

Can children visit without an adult?

What age group is Clyde Valley Family Park best for?

How often does the train go?

How long does it take to visit Clyde Valley Family Park?

Do you sell gift vouchers?

Do you have a discount for NHS, Blue light card, or SPRA members?

Can I change my ticket date?

Do you do birthday parties?

Is the park wheelchair friendly? Accessibility

How much is the train?

Can you bring a buggy?

Can you pay with card/cash?

Do you have Events? Christmas/Halloween/Easter

How to get here? Directions? Public transport? Taxi's?

What shoes should you wear? Footwear?

How to buy Concession/Carer/OAP/Disabled tickets?

Lost Membership card?