Days Out Inverclyde

Waterfront Leisure Complex
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Waterfront Leisure Complex
The Waterfront Leisure Complex is ideal to get away from it all.  Come along and enjoy a great day out with the whole family.  A leisure centre with a unique combination of  water and ice.  With everything from a 25metre training pool to a tropical wave pool and ice disco.
McLean Museum and Art Gallery
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McLean Museum and Art Gallery
Welcome to the McLean Museum and Art Gallery, one of the best municipal museums in Scotland, with outstanding collections of art, local heritage, technology and culture. Here you can explore the rich, authentic and amazing heritage of the Inverclyde area. In addition to a wonderful grade A listed Victorian museum there is a modern...
Funworld Leisure Play Centre
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Funworld Leisure Play Centre
Our indoor Family Entertainment Centre is one of the largest in Scotland and packed full of fun for everyone. Parents can join their children on the giant Pirate ship ‘The Giggling Racara’ and whiz down the 4 lane astro slide or try out their target practice with the air cannons. We also have the UK's first inflatable Superclimb which...
Gourock Outdoor Pool - Inervclyde
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Gourock Outdoor Pool - Inervclyde
Our flagship facility at the Waterfront Leisure Complex offers ice skating, curling, swimming with an amazing body flume, tyre ride, lazy river and wave pool. The centre also offers a fabulous fitness gym, which offers the latest range of cardio and resistance equipment, the phenomenal new x bikes, abs coasters, power plate and much more. The...
Benmore Botanic Garden
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Benmore Botanic Garden
In a magnificent mountainside setting on the Cowal Peninsula lies Benmore, an enchanting Garden steeped in history and surrounded by dramatic scenery. Benmore’s 120 acres boast over 300 species of rhododendron; Bhutanese and Chilean plantings and a spectacular avenue of Giant Redwoods.
Castle House Museum
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Castle House Museum
The Museum was set up through the enthusiasm and vision of the late Arthur Allan. It is operated by a Trust and is a Registered Charity. A recent legacy from Miss Josephine Bennett, a founder member, has allowed the Trust to extend the range of exhibits and develop its service to the local community. The first venture was a limited exhibition,...
Scottish Maritime Museum - Denny Ship Model
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Scottish Maritime Museum - Denny Ship Model
A maritime museum where you can see the world first commercial ship model experiment tank, enter a ship designers office and find out how to design your own ship, take a guided tour of the building, test different hull designs in the mini experiment tank with its own wave making machine and try smoothing and carving a real wax hull model. ...
The Meadow Leisure Centre
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The Meadow Leisure Centre
Situated on Dumbarton Common, right next to Dumbarton Central railway station and just a few minutes walk from Dumbarton's main shopping area. The Meadow Centre complex offers a wide range of facilities and activities for all age groups, including a large leisure pool, complete with wave machine and a water slide. We have an eight badminton court...
Sox And Slides Indoor Playcentre
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Sox And Slides Indoor Playcentre
We take pride in the fact that we are one of the very few play centres in the UK that own their own ball-pool cleaning machine. We aim to clean the pools every two weeks. This, of course, may be more often depending on how busy we are, e.g. holiday weekends etc.
Vale of Leven Swimming Pool
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Vale of Leven Swimming Pool
The Vale of Leven Swimming Pool has had many improvements to meet the ever changing leisure requirements of our customers. The pool, located close to the Vale of Leven Hospital and the popular Lomond Galleries, provides much more than swimming in its 25 metre competition and teaching pools. The 'dance studio' is the venue for the centre's...
Royal Air Force Air Cadets 2319 (Vale of Leven) Squadron
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Royal Air Force Air Cadets 2319 (Vale of Leven) Squadron
Are you up for fun, adventure, incredible experiences and making new friends? Are you looking for something to give you the edge in life? Then welcome to the Air Cadet Organisation (ACO). Better known as the 'Air Cadets', we’re a UK-wide cadet force with more than 40,000 members aged between 13 and 20 years. We're sponsored by the...
National Sea Life Centre Balloch
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National Sea Life Centre Balloch
As well as helping millions of people to discover the marvels of the marine world the SEA LIFE network has an important role to play in helping safeguard our seas and their inhabitants for the future. As well as fostering conservation through enhanced awareness, SEA LIFE regularly makes a more direct contribution towards conservation and marine...
Loch Lomond Bird Of Prey Centre
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Loch Lomond Bird Of Prey Centre
Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre is located within the boundaries of the first National Park in Scotland, Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. The centre is just 30 minute drive from Glasgow, easily reached by car, bus, or train. So, if you are looking for a Bird of Prey encounter, why not come along and spend a few hours in the company...
Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve
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Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve
Take your pick of tranquil walks on a wooded isle, or down to the lochshore in search of a fishing osprey. Listen out for the distinctive call of winter visiting geese flying overhead in their constantly changing formations or watch the peaceful paddling of wigeon, teal and shelduck. On Inchcailloch island, a springtime carpet of wildflowers...
Vikingar!
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Vikingar!
Vikingar! is located on Greenock Road, across from the seafront, towards the north end of the Prom. The main attraction is the Viking Experience, which has interactive exhibits with storytellers telling Viking tales and myths, and a 20 minute film about Vikings. LEISURE FACILITIES Barrfields Theatre See Entertainment...
Glasgow RIB Cruises
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Glasgow RIB Cruises
Exhilarating informative wildlife and thrill boat trips on our offshore RIBS (Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats). Experience Argyll, the Clyde and the beautiful isles of Cumbrea, Bute and Arran. Breathtaking scenery, unique history and abundant wildlife - seek out Basking Sharks, Seals, Dolphins, Porpoises, Otters, Sea-Eagles and majestic seabirds in...
Dip 'n Doodle
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Dip 'n Doodle
Dip 'n Doodle 6 Gallowgate Lane Largs Strathclyde KA30 8BE Telephone: 01475689728
Lamont City Farm
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Lamont City Farm
Lamont City Farm is a vibrant community project located in Erskine, Renfrewshire. Our farmyard opens 7 days a week, 10.30am to 4.30pm summer, and 11.00am to 3.30pm winter. At Lamont Farm, you can meet a wide variety of domesticated animals, including sheep, goats, horses, ducks, hens, llamas and rabbits. We have a tea room and shop for your...
Johnstone Swimming Pool
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Johnstone Swimming Pool
Johnstone Swimming Pool A traditional 25 metre pool, the deepest pool in Renfrewshire with a depth of 3 meters. Johnstone Swimming Pool offers a separate learner’s pool as well as the main pool and is the main swimming competition venue within Renfrewshire Leisure as home of the REN 96 Swim Club. The centre also offers its own Gym. The...
McMaster Sports Centre
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McMaster Sports Centre
McMaster Sports Centre A small community indoor sports hall with grassed football park, the McMaster Centre offers a venue for sports services and activities to meet the need of the local population. For details contact Linwood Sports Complex. McMaster Sports Centre currently runs 5 different activities.
Erskine Community Sports Centre
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Erskine Community Sports Centre
Erskine Community Sports Centre This excellent modern community sports centre offers a multi sports surface 4 court main hall, dance studio and meeting room as well as a magnificent well appointed function suite with unrestricted view over the Clyde and caters for a range of social functions from weddings to corporate entertainment. Erskine...
Erskine Swimming Pool
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Erskine Swimming Pool
Erskine Swimming Pool A 25m community pool nick named the ‘Friendly Pool’ by the local population. Erskine pool has been designed with a deep water area in the middle and shallow water at both ends. The leisure centre also offers sauna facilities. With easy access from Glasgow via the Erskine Bridge the pool has ample parking and is...
Pandamonium Play Centre - Erskine
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Pandamonium Play Centre - Erskine
Pandamonium Play Centre is the newest family entertainment centre in the West of Scotland following our launch in November 2012. All housed under the one roof we have a state of the art soft play area, Little Pandas Children’s Nursery and Alan Thomas Hair and Beauty Salon! The soft play area is split in to two designated areas – a...
Kelburn Castle & Country Centre
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Kelburn Castle & Country Centre
The family home of the Earls of Glasgow, Kelburn has long been an inspiration for adults and a paradise for children. The castle, dating back to the 13th century, still lived in by the present Earl and family, is open to the public in July and August and provides an impressive background to exotic gardens, famous trees and many features of...
Elderslie Swimming Pool
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Elderslie Swimming Pool
Elderslie Leisure Centre A small 25 metre pool which offers a range of leisure services with a great community atmosphere. Ideal for all age groups. As well as the pool, the centre also has its own Sauna and Dance Studio and is only a 5-minute drive from Johnstone. Elderslie Leisure Centre has ample parking and is situated within the small...
FUZZY ED'S @ Bobbin Mill - Paisley
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FUZZY ED'S @ Bobbin Mill - Paisley
FUZZY ED'S FUN HOUSE Come and meet the Fuzzoids (Indoor Play Building - for children up to 4ft tall) OPENING TIMES    Sunday - Thursday 11am - 7pm. Friday & Saturday 11am - 8pm. Last admissions 1 hour before closing time. PARTY PACKAGES    Party packages available. Please ring for details....
Sma Shott Cottages
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Sma Shott Cottages
The Sma' Shot Cottage complex is unique in Scotland, providing visitors with the opportunity to see two distinct periods in Paisley's weaving history. From Shuttle Street you will enter the Weaver's Cottage and be transported back in time by nearly 250 years. After Experiencing life in the late 1700's you will cross a yard behind the cottage...
The Observatory
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The Observatory
Gifted to the people of Paisley by Thomas Coats and designed by Glasgow Architect John Honeyman, Coats Observatory opened in 1883 and has been welcoming everyone with an interest in astronomy ever since. The observatory also has a planetarium which gives visitors a tour of the night sky without having to leave the comfort of their chair. Coats...
The Creation Station Renfrewshire - Paisley
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The Creation Station Renfrewshire - Paisley
Award winning, educational arts and crafts sessions for babies and toddlers.
Linwood Sports Centre
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Linwood Sports Centre
Linwood Sports Centre Linwood Sports Centre is one of the most diverse sports centres within Renfrewshire Leisure with an activity list ranging from badminton and football to athletics and basketball. With two 4 court multi sports indoor halls with a large capacity for seating as well as outdoor floodlight Tennis Courts, Floodlight Astro-Turf...
The Big Adventure - Paisley
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The Big Adventure - Paisley
With five levels of slides, climbs, tubes and spinners, THE BIG ADVENTURE is the ultimate fun experience and will test your skills to the limit.
Mount Stuart House and Gardens
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Mount Stuart House and Gardens
There is always so much to see and do at Mount Stuart, be it in the House, gardens or at our award winning Visitor Centre. Come and experience the best Bute has to offer in our Gift Shops, Restaurant and Farm Shop, or simply relax, explore and enjoy – Mount Stuart is truly a ‘must see’ in Scotland We have a purpose built...
Rothesay Castle
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Rothesay Castle
Built to an unusual circular plan, Rothesay Castle had a long and close association with the Stewart Kings of Scotland. Location In Rothesay, Isle of Bute. Ferry from Wemyss Bay on the A78. Region - Glasgow, Clyde and Ayrshire. Grid reference NS 088645 Post code PA20 0DA. Cycle Routes - Site on the National Cycle Network   ...
Robertson Museum and Aquarium
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Robertson Museum and Aquarium
The Marine Station houses a small public museum and aquarium, named in honour of David Robertson. The museum exhibits illustrate the history of marine science, features of the marine environment, local marine habitats and examples of current research at the Marine Station. The Station also houses part of the Robertson Collection — a...
Lagoon Leisure Centre
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Lagoon Leisure Centre
Lagoon Leisure Centre The Lagoon Leisure Centre is the Flagship Centre of Renfrewshire Leisure, and offers activities to suit everyone! At its heart is a free form Leisure Pool with an area for lane swimming and it boasts the only wave machine and flume within the Renfrewshire area. The centre also has a recently enhanced Fitness Suite with...
Renfrew Leisure Centre
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Renfrew Leisure Centre
Renfrew Leisure Centre This excellent new sports facility opened its doors to the public in June 2004 and has become hugely popular with the people of Renfrew thanks to its range of programmes offering sport and leisure opportunities to suit every age and ability. The centre offers a 4 court multi purpose sports hall flexible to host a wide...
Renfrew Victory Baths
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Renfrew Victory Baths
Renfrew Victory Baths Renfrew Victory Baths is an Edwardian 25 yard pool with a great sense of history and tradition. Just being in the pool can experience this history. ‘Dip back in time’ with the baths old style 1920’s layout of cubicles around the pool, arched doorways, memorabilia and viewing gallery. The pool has a great...
Climbzone Xscape - Glasgow
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Climbzone Xscape - Glasgow
Xscape Braehead houses one of the largest freestanding climbing walls in the UK! With over sixty roped 10 metre high climbs of varying difficulty, Climbzone is the ideal place to take your first steps into the vertical world. Our experienced instructors will ensure your safety, leaving you free to concentrate on the climbing! Suitable for...
Braehead Bowlplex
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Braehead Bowlplex
It’s hard to find things to entertain the whole family, especially if you have toddlers, stroppy teens and Grandma and Granddad to consider as well. The problem is, teens like gaming and eating, toddlers like places like Cheeky Charlie’s Fun House and Play Wear, and Grandma and Granddad would rather just spend time with the family....
The Play Drome
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The Play Drome
Welcome to the Play Drome, a major leisure facility in the centre of Clydebank. Located next to Clydebank Shopping Centre and Clydebank Central railway station, we are only 20 minutes from the centre of Glasgow and just 10 minutes from the Erskine Bridge. The Play Drome boasts the largest leisure pool in the north of Glasgow area, complete...
Monkey Madness - Clydebank
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Monkey Madness - Clydebank
We are an established premium play centre who have been in the area for twelve years. We have an impeccable safety record. The kids experience two hours of fun activities which can be extended using our special deals. Adults and children can enjoy our selection of home made food and snacks, we also have a delicious selection of home baked cakes...
Lazer Planet Ultimate Laser Tag - Glasgow
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Lazer Planet Ultimate Laser Tag - Glasgow
Lazer Planet Ultimate Laser Tag ScotKart Indoor Kart Racing 33 John Knox St Clydebank Glasgow Strathclyde G81 1NA Telephone: 0141 641 0222 Option 2
Gleniffer Braes Country Park
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Gleniffer Braes Country Park
The country park lies to the south of the town of Paisley on the Gleniffer and Brownside Braes. It is approximately 480 acres in area, three miles long and one mile wide. It is an upland park, mainly of moorland but it also has woodland parts and hill farming areas. Cattle are used in the Country Park to control the vegetation, preserve...
Abbot's Inch - Renfrew
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Abbot's Inch - Renfrew
Children can enjoy playing in the indoor play area and for older children the outdoor play area. Opening times     Mon - Sat     12pm - 11pm     Sun     12.30pm - 10pm Food serving times     Mon - Sat     12:00am - 10:00pm     Sun...
Barshaw Park
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Barshaw Park
In the early years of the 20th century, Paisley Burgh Council was looking for a site for a park which would be suitable for use by the public for recreational purposes. Extensive grounds at Barshaw, which covered some 55 acres, were bought from the Arthur family in December 1911. The Arthur family was well known in Paisley and owned several firms...
183 Scout Group
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183 Scout Group
183 Scout Group 99, Rannoch Drive, Bearsden, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G61 2ER Tel: 0141 943 2183   Youth & Community Groups
Mugdock Country Park - Glasgow
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Mugdock Country Park - Glasgow
Mugdock Country Park is a country park and historical site located partly in East Dunbartonshire and partly in Stirling, in the former county of Stirlingshire, Scotland. It is to the north of Glasgow, next to Milngavie. The park includes the remains of the 14th-century Mugdock Castle, stronghold of the Grahams of Montrose, and the ruins of...
Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre - Glasgow
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Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre - Glasgow
Our building is a mini cultural complex with studio theatre (100 seats), foyer, standing exhibition of masks and puppets from around the world, cafe, shop, box office, seminar room with extensive library and audio-visual collection, office complex with archive and documentation section, guest rooms, textile studio, and production and design...
Jungle in the City Children's Soft Play Glasgow
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Jungle in the City Children's Soft Play Glasgow
Welcome to Jungle in the City - a place for children’s fun and adventure right in the heart of Partick, Glasgow. There's plenty of space for children to play and explore and ample seating areas for parents and others to relax. We are open every day from 9:30am to 6pm - there's no need to book, you can drop in any time for a...
The Boys' Brigade
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The Boys' Brigade
The Boys' Brigade Ibrox Parish Church, Clifford St, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G51 1QL Tel: 0141 427 4051   Youth & Community Groups
Glasgow Science Centre
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Glasgow Science Centre
Glasgow Science Centre is one of Scotland's must-see visitor attractions - presenting concepts of science and technology in unique and inspiring ways. Glasgow Science Centre is an independent Scottish Charity (SCO30809) the aims of which are: To create interactive experiences that inspire, challenge and engage to increase awareness of...
Glasgow Transport Museum
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Glasgow Transport Museum
The Riverside Museum: Scotland’s Museums of Transport and Travel is now open.   Glasgow’s well-loved Museum of Transport has relocated to this spectacular waterfront landmark that was designed by internationally-renowned architect, Zaha Hadid.  The Riverside Museum is her first major public building in the...
AMF Bowling Glasgow
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AMF Bowling Glasgow
Looking for somewhere to take family, friends or colleagues for a fun yet active trip out? At AMF Bowling we offer a safe and exciting environment for kids and adults alike with bumpers and ramps for younger members, plus a range of fun filled activities for older children and adults. Bowling has never been so fun!
Glasgow Ski and Snowboard Centre
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Glasgow Ski and Snowboard Centre
Glasgow Ski & Snowboard Centre is the place to ski and board in the West of Scotland. In Bellahouston Park, only minutes away from central Glasgow, you will find a club with four modern floodlit dry slopes, unrivalled instruction, and snowsport activities for every taste.
Pollok Country Park - Glasgow
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Pollok Country Park - Glasgow
The Park is Glasgow’s largest park and the only Country Park within Glasgow. Its extensive woodlands and gardens provide a quiet sanctuary for both visitors and wildlife.
Ayrshire Bouncy Castle Hire
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Ayrshire Bouncy Castle Hire
Bouncy castle Hire
Garscube Playrooms - Glasgow
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Garscube Playrooms - Glasgow
The “Place to Play” for any parent or carer with a child under five. Open 5 days a week Mon - Fri , we offer activities to suit babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers, in a great friendly atmosphere. Our three big bright play rooms open from 10am – 3.30pm mean you can drop in and play at a time that fits in with your...
Swings & Roundabouts
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Swings & Roundabouts
•  Corporate Events & Parties •  Bouncy Castles & Inflatables •  Fairground Rides •  Children's Entertainers •  Snack Bars & Candy Floss •  Gala Days & Charity Events Bouncy Castles & Inflatables
Jurassic Jungle - Glasgow
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Jurassic Jungle - Glasgow
Jurassic Jungle is Glasgow's amazing Indoor Adventure Soft Play Centre. Unique dinosaur themed environment Giant Soft Play frame for children from 3 - 12 years old Separate Toddler's Soft Play frame for the under 3's Modern 'Jungle Cafe' offering a relaxing place for parents to catch up while their children enjoy their play Open 10am - 6pm daily.
Whale Of A Time Indoor Playcentre - Glasgow
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Whale Of A Time Indoor Playcentre - Glasgow
Whale Of A Time Indoor Playcentre 1273 Pollokshaws Road Shawlands Glasgow Strathclyde G41 3RR Telephone: 0141 649 5455
Scout Association
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Scout Association
Scout Association Broom Rd, Newton Mearns, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G77 5DN Tel: 0141 639 8538   Youth & Community Groups
Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Tour from Glasgow
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Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Tour from Glasgow
Venture into the heart of the Highlands and Loch Ness on a guided tour day trip What's included 9-hour day tour to Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with air conditioning English-speaking guide for the entire tour Visits of Rannoch Moor, Glencoe, Great Glen, Fort Augustus, Loch Ness, the Grampian...
Royal Air Force Air Cadets 1138 (Ardrossan) Squadron
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Royal Air Force Air Cadets 1138 (Ardrossan) Squadron
Are you up for fun, adventure, incredible experiences and making new friends? Are you looking for something to give you the edge in life? Then welcome to the Air Cadet Organisation (ACO). Better known as the 'Air Cadets', we’re a UK-wide cadet force with more than 40,000 members aged between 13 and 20 years. We're sponsored by the...
North Ayrshire Heritage Centre
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North Ayrshire Heritage Centre
Built in 1776, the former parish church in Saltcoats, houses our principal museum collection. With an artefact collection of local, regional and national importance, many objects are displayed on a permanent basis along with regularly changing temporary exhibitions. The collection includes: a stone sarcophagus, thought to be one of the finest...
The Glasgow Police Museum
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The Glasgow Police Museum
The Glasgow Police Museum provides an insight into the people, events and other factors which contributed to the founding, development and progress of Britain's first Police force, the City of Glasgow Police from 1779-1975. Also included is an International Police display of uniforms, headgear and insignia from EVERY country in the World. Entry...
Glasgow Afternoon Tea or Gin Afternoon Tea Experience
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Glasgow Afternoon Tea or Gin Afternoon Tea Experience
See the best sights of the city with a spot of afternoon tea included What's included 90-minute Afternoon Tea Experience at the Red Bus Bistro Afternoon Tea: Full afternoon tea, a glass of prosecco, unlimited tea & coffee Gin Afternoon Tea: All of the above + a gin cocktail     Hop on board a retro Routemaster bus and...
The Peoples Palace - Glasgow
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The Peoples Palace - Glasgow
  The People’s Palace tells the? story of Glasgow and its people The People’s Palace, set in historic Glasgow Green, tells the story of the people and city of Glasgow from 1750 to the end of the 20th century. Explore the city’s social history through a wealth of historic artefacts, paintings, prints and...
Greenbank Garden
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Greenbank Garden
Within easy reach of city residents, this unique walled garden contains plants and designs of particular interest to suburban gardeners and includes fountains and a woodland walk.
Geronimos Indoor Soft Play Centre - Glasgow
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Geronimos Indoor Soft Play Centre - Glasgow
Sunday - Wednesday 11AM - 6PM (please call to check) Thursday - Friday 10AM - 8PM (please call to check) Saturday 10am - 8pm (please call to check) Toddler Sessions Monday - Friday 11AM - 3PM After School £4.20 for 2 hours play (From 3PM) Weekends and Holidays £4.20 for 2 hours play Toddler Sessions £3.20 unlimited play (10AM -...
Welcome to the wonderful Scottish county of Inverclyde. If you need child friendly ideas where to take the kids, kids days out, or fun things to do with the kids in Inverclyde then we can help. We have family pubs with kids play areas, soft play areas that double as indoor play areas, outdoor play areas for a breath of fresh air on bank holidays, playgrounds to excercise the little ones, aquariums are fun days out that inform your family of all species of fish and water born mammals, castles, stately homes, children's clubs such as Scouts, Cubs, Beavers, Brownies, Guides, youth clubs, activity centres, Air, Sea, Army Cadets. We list children's entertainers in Inverclyde if you are planning a birthday, cinema, theatre, petting zoo, animal farms, children's farms for half term time activities, museum and art galleries are great places to go during the summer holidays when the kids are bored, nature areas such as parks, and countryside walks and beaches. We have kids activities related to outdoor pursuits and sports such as swimming, ice skating, ten pin bowling and football centres. We list theme parks and Adventure Parks in Inverclyde. If you are looking for zoos with more exotic animals then we have them. Don't forget to look at the nearby counties of Scottish Borders, Dunfries and Galloway, Lothian, Central, Tayside, Highlands, to see what they can offer you. We have days out with the kids in Inverclyde in and near :- Airdrie, Bearsden, Clydebank, Coatbridge, Cumbernauld, Dalmellington, Glasgow, Greenock, Irvine, Kilmarnock, Kirk of Shotts, Motherwell, Paisley, Wishaw. Inverclyde is one of 32 council areas in Scotland. It borders onto Renfrewshire and North Ayrshire, and is otherwise surrounded by the Firth of Clyde.

The area was a district in its own right, within Strathclyde Region, from 1975 until 1996. Prior to 1975 was in the former county of Renfrewshire, comprising the burghs of Greenock, Port Glasgow and Gourock, and the former fifth district of Renfrewshire. Its landward area is bordered by the Kelly, North and South Routen burns to the south west (separating Wemyss Bay and Skelmorlie, North Ayrshire), part of the River Gryfe and the Finlaystone Burn to the south-east. The name derives from the extinct barony of Inverclyde (1897) conferred upon Sir John Burns of Wemyss Bay and his heirs.

Strathclyde is an area in Scotland made up of the following counties :- Argyll and Bute, East Ayrshire, East Dunbartonshire, East Renfrewshire, Glasgow, Inverclyde, North Ayrshire, North Lanarkshire, Renfrewshire, South Ayrshire, South Lanarkshire, West Dunbartonshire.