The 10 Best Fun Activities & Games in South Lanarkshire, Scotland

August 28, 2021 Timmy Ribble

New Lanark World Heritage Village is an 18th century historic village and visitor attraction, popular with families and those with an interest in social history. It's a short walk from here to the Falls of Clyde.
Restaurants in South Lanarkshire

1. The Bubbles Factory

66 Hamilton Street, Carluke ML8 4HA Scotland +44 1555 777000 [email protected] http://www.thebubblesfactory.com
Excellent
87%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 115 reviews

The Bubbles Factory

The Best Soft Play in the UK (under 8000sqft) Awarded by the Play Providers Association

Reviewed By M9774TIjessicas

The Bubbles Factory (Bubbles for short) is fab! We go every week and this is largely because the staff are so amazing. Very friendly and helpful and they take the time to get to know you and your children which you just don’t get in other soft play places. Great food options too (macaroni cheese is a particular favourite of ours). The soft play section is great and well maintained and the kids have freedom to explore on their own in a safe environment. There are also tv screens in the table area section that show live camera feeds of different parts of the play area so you can keep an eye on your child/children at all times. Fab, fab place!

2. X-Plode Paintball

Stonehouse Road Bridgeholm Farm, Strathaven ML10 6TA Scotland +44 7909 114646 [email protected]
Excellent
95%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 20 reviews

X-Plode Paintball

Scotland's Number One Paintball Gaming Facility X-Plode Paintball offer fantastic gaming zones covering over30 acres of natural landscape and man made bunkers. We can easily cater for Families, Stags/Hens, Schools, Birthdays, Corporate Groups or even some friends looking to have an awesome day out!

3. Warchery Arena

Arrotshole Road, East Kilbride G74 5DL Scotland +44 800 689 1258 [email protected] http://www.warchery.com
Excellent
100%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Warchery Arena

The Warchery Arena is the home of the new sport of War Archery. We teach the long forgotten techniques of the War Archer and then let you loose in team v team games with a number of different game modes available. It's like the hunger games... Without the risk! We use tried and tested safe arrows that don't even leave a bruise! So what are you waiting for? Book your group today!

4. Calderglen Country Park

Calderglen Country Park Strathaven Road, East Kilbride G75 0QZ Scotland +44 1355 236644 http://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/directory_record/7226/calderglen_country_park_and_langlands_moss_nature_reserve
Excellent
54%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 532 reviews

Calderglen Country Park

Fun park to explore with children's zoo. The park itself is quite big and features various animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, wallabies, marmosets, meerkats, snakes, reptiles and fish.

Reviewed By scottc1985 - Larkhall, United Kingdom

I came here on Saturday 10th of April 2021 with my wife and 2 year old son. The park has has a children's zoo, tropical glasshouse, ornamental gardens, nature trails, adventure & toddler Play areas, Gift shop, Café, exhibition gallery and a Golf Course! We went to the zoo and adventure & toddler Play areas. The zoo is small and only has some small animals but it's great for under 5's and very cheap to get in. The adventure park has one of the biggest slides I've ever seen and my son went flying down it even though he's only 2 and absolutely loved it!

5. ScotKart Indoor Go Karting and Laser Tag Glasgow Cambuslang

Westburn Road, Cambuslang G72 7UD Scotland +44 141 641 0222 [email protected] http://www.team-sport.co.uk/scotkart-go-karting-scotland/scotkart-go-karting-glasgow-cambuslang/
Excellent
82%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 89 reviews

ScotKart Indoor Go Karting and Laser Tag Glasgow Cambuslang

Located 10 minutes drive from Glasgow City Centre, and just off the M74. M73 & M8 Motorways ScotKart is easily accessible from the whole of central ScotLand. Rated a 5 Star Activity Centre by VisitScotland the centre offers two adrenaline pumping activities for individuals and groups. ScotKart Indoor Karting Centre is the longest established in Scotland and offers the largest multi- level track in Scotland, together with lightweight race karts, which are exhilarating to drive. No experience is needed, as we provide a safety briefing, and kit rental (Race-suit, helmet and gloves). For hygiene reasons we ask that you purchase a reusable head sock for a small fee. Adult karts are available for ages 12+, and can be booked for a timed ' Track Drive Experience' or a competitive 'Grand Prix Experience'. In addition to individuals we cater for Glasgow Stag and Hen Parties, Team Building, Birthday Parties and Corporate Entertainment. Junior Karts are available for ages 8+, and regular introduction classes are held to ensure first time drivers have a safe and enjoyable experience. Junior and adult karts are not normally mixed, apart from 'Family Sessions' at certain times. Combat City Tactical Laser Tag at ScotKart Glasgow is an award winning next generation laser tag centre offering the game play of paintball or air soft, but with hi-tech military grade taggers. Unlike traditional laser tag you play as a team to complete various missions like 'Domination', 'Search and Destroy', 'VIP Escort'. Suitable for ages 8+ it's great fun for all the family. There are 2 outdoor arenas, with over 17 buildings offering lot's of cover, artificial turf so it's mud free, and floodlighting at night.

Reviewed By Vacation572637

Took 21 13 year olds for a football team end of season night out! They have a fabulous time and left the event high as kites! Great value for money and staff couldn't have been anymore helpful if they tried. The book-in staff, cafe staff and track staff all made the night a great experience..... even when some of the boys were sin binned. Also couldn't have been anymore helpful when one of the boys forgot which locker and the number for it...........they helped him find his jacket.

6. Cafe Ceramico

24 Albion Way Kelvin Industrial Estate, East Kilbride G75 0YN Scotland +44 1355 263194 [email protected] http://www.cafecerami.co.uk
Excellent
77%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 13 reviews

Cafe Ceramico

We are a family oriented craft centre. Opened in 2003, we provide facilities to take part in ceramic (pottery) painting. We have over 400 different pieces to choose from with pieces as diverse as bulldozers and butter dishes and dragons and dog bowls. We produce beautiful painted pieces with babies/ children's hand and foot prints on tiles, plates, mugs and Christmas tree baubles as well as hand and foot imprints in clay. Children's parties are always popular. We also have a free soft play area and cafe providing hot and cold drinks and a selection of light snacks.

7. Aerial Adventures

41 The Olympia East Kilbride Shopping Centre, East Kilbride G74 1PG Scotland +44 1355 246963 [email protected] http://www.aerialadventures.co.uk
Excellent
73%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 11 reviews

Aerial Adventures

Conveniently located within East Kilbride Shopping Centre, Aerial Adventures boasts a childrens indoor soft play, climbing wall & HiRide aerial adventure course. With a cafe offering hot & cold drinks & snacks Aerial Adventures has something for everyone!

8. Larkhall Circuit

Merryton Road, Larkhall ML9 2QY Scotland +44 1698 909808 [email protected] http://www.larkhallcircuit.com
Excellent
60%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5 reviews

Larkhall Circuit

Larkhall Circuit is the UK's newest, premier outdoor karting facility. Karts are available to hire for Arrive’ N’ Drive and corporate/team events. Conveniently located just minutes from the M74, the circuit is easily accessible from all over Scotland. We welcome every experience level and provide all equipment required to drive. Suitable for drivers over 14 years old and more than 1.55m tall.

Reviewed By Jawwwshh - Shotts, United Kingdom

Larkhall really is the premier outdoor karting track in Scotland at the moment and looks like it will remain so for the foreseeable future. The track recently just got a large and expensive extension and a great update to the paddock overall. The track is mainly used for owner-drivers but recently added a fleet of hire karts for the general public to use to allow them too to experience one of the most technical tracks in the country! The paddock is very well maintained but upon first arrival it isnt too clear where you are supposed to go to sign in if you have booked a session. Perhaps a sign added somewhere would be helpful but thats really just nitpicking. The first place we assumed it would be was in the cafe at the entrance and we were correct but an extra sign anyway would be good. Sign in is very straight forward and quick too which helps. If you dont go karting regularly there is plenty of safety equipment that is provided for you to use that is included in the cost of the track time, such as the race suits, helmets and gloves all at various sizes in order to provide the best fit to each person so there are no extra hidden costs. A full and detailed safety breifing is provided and then its on to the track! Track time is split into 15 minute sessions and the majority of marshal posts are manned at all times during the session so there is always someone close by to help out if an incident was to occur. The new track layout is a real improvement but there is a small section of the track that is particularly bumpy! I dont know if this is going to be fixed or resurfaced in the future, but again, that just nitpicking. overall we had a great experience here. The karts were all very similar and the staff were top notch and super friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend going along, especially if you go karting regularly. The only small downpoint really is the price. At £30 for 15 minutes or £55 for 30 minutes it really isnt cheap! However, the quality of the service you receive really is of the best quality. Will definitely be back at some point!

9. Hamilton Park Racecourse

Bothwell Road, Hamilton ML3 0DW Scotland +44 1698 283806 [email protected] http://hamilton-park.co.uk
Excellent
37%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 145 reviews

Hamilton Park Racecourse

Reviewed By jeanm323 - Glasgow, United Kingdom

My first visit to this lovely venue was a memorable experience with a very festive setting over looking the Racecourse with adequate parking facilities for diners and visitors. The tables were beautifully set with vases of glittery tinsel balls and lights to enhance their shimmer. The waitresses and bar staff were most attentive to our every wish and our delicious 3 course meal was served promptly between courses and enjoyed by all in attendance. For the less able their is a lift to assist diners to the upper function suits. A lovely afternoon out to the start of our Festive Season. ???????? Well done to the catering staff for preparing such sumptuous food, well worth the visit. Mrs Jean Miller

10. Happy days soft play

Stewartfield way, East Kilbride Scotland
Excellent
35%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
3%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 34 reviews

Happy days soft play

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