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Holyrood Park #myparklove

Holyrood Park #myparklove

Holyrood Park is a Royal Park managed by Historic Environment Scotland close to the centre of Edinburgh. Arthur's Seat is in the centre of the park Read more

Published: 24th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Callander Park #myparklove

Callander Park #myparklove

Callendar Park is the jewel in the crown of parks within the Falkirk area, covering over 170 acres and housing the magnificent Callendar House. Read more

Published: 23rd December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Drumpellier Country Park #myparklove

Drumpellier Country Park #myparklove

The park has lots of facilities and trails for a great family day out including a Visitor Centre, cafe, wildlife displays and adventure playground as well as offering seasonal fun boat hire. Read more

Published: 22nd December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Ness Islands #myparklove

Ness Islands #myparklove

Ness Islands are a collection of small islands in the middle of the River Ness near Inverness. Read more

Published: 21st December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Holmhills Park #myparklove

Holmhills Park #myparklove

A large woodland park located from Greenlees Road to Langlea Drive and an important part of Cambuslangs greenspace. Read more

Published: 20th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Dean Castle Country Park #myparklove

Dean Castle Country Park #myparklove

Nestled in the heart of Kilmarnock and offers something for the whole family to enjoy. Read more

Published: 19th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Fauldburn Park #myparklove

Fauldburn Park #myparklove

A play area for toddlers and juniors located to the east of the Maybury Road in Edinburgh. Read more

Published: 18th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Victoria Park #myparklove

Victoria Park #myparklove

The park is extremely popular with the public being one of the most visited parks in Glasgow, containing extensive formal and informal gardens, an arboretum, a boating pond, bowling greens and tennis courts. Read more

Published: 17th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Camperdown Park #myparklove

Camperdown Park #myparklove

Just 3 miles from Dundee City Centre Camperdown Country Park is the largest public park in Dundee. Read more

Published: 16th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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The Meadows #myparklove

The Meadows #myparklove

The Meadows remain one of the most important open spaces in Edinburgh and one of the most popular. Read more

Published: 15th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Zetland Park #myparklove

Zetland Park #myparklove

Zetland Park is the principal open space serving Grangemouth and is the green oasis at the heart of this busy industrial town. Read more

Published: 14th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Laigh Hills Park #myparklove

Laigh Hills Park #myparklove

Laigh Hills Park is a large, fairly natural area easily accessed from the Cathedral and the centre of Dunblane Read more

Published: 13th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Queens Park #myparklove

Queens Park #myparklove

Queen’s Park has a uniquely rich combination of historical, cultural and environmental heritage and outstanding landscape and conservation values. Read more

Published: 12th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Rouken Glen #myparklove

Rouken Glen #myparklove

Rouken Glen Park is a fantastic, family friendly, greenspace located within East Renfrewshire. Read more

Published: 11th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Barshaw Park #myparklove

Barshaw Park #myparklove

Opening on 15 June 1912 Barshaw Park in Paisley has a range of facilities to suit all from a walled garden to a BMX track. Read more

Published: 10th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Glasgow Necropolis #myparklove

Glasgow Necropolis #myparklove

Glasgow Necropolis is a fascinating Victorian garden cemetery that offers impressive views across Glasgow Read more

Published: 9th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Mugdock Country Park #myparklove

Mugdock Country Park #myparklove

Mugdock Country Park is a great day out for the family including walking, cycling, orienteering, shopping, children’s play park and adventure trail. Read more

Published: 8th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Alloa Wimpy Park #myparklove

Alloa Wimpy Park #myparklove

The Walled Garden known as the “Wimpy Park” is a green space of situated within the Bowmar Estate in Alloa South East. Read more

Published: 7th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Hermitage Park #myparklove

Hermitage Park #myparklove

Hermitage Park is a set of formal gardens containing fields, shrubbery and an old mill. A great park for a family day out. Read more

Published: 6th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Overtoun Park #myparklove

Overtoun Park #myparklove

The park is named after industrialist Lord Overtoun, a.k.a John Campbell White, who bestowed the land to the Royal Burgh of Rutherglen Read more

Published: 5th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Saughton Park #myparklove

Saughton Park #myparklove

Saughton Park is a hidden gem in the south west of Edinburgh. Read more

Published: 4th December, 2018

Updated: 5th December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Pittencrief Park #myparklove

Pittencrief Park #myparklove

‘The Glen’ as it is more commonly known by local people, is one of Scotland’s most important and popular urban parks. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Galloway Forest #myparklove

Galloway Forest #myparklove

Known affectionately as the "highlands of the lowlands", the Galloway Forest Park offers an endless assortment of things to see and do. Read more

Published: 2nd December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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Glasgow Green #myparklove

Glasgow Green #myparklove

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Published: 1st December, 2018

Author: Ian Goodman

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