Eglinton Country Park

19/07/2024

This summer, we are asking visitors to our Park and across North Ayrshire to please be responsible dog owners and follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code 👇

In Scotland, you can walk your dog on most land 🐶 as long as you follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code and keep your dog under proper control.

Poorly controlled dogs are a serious concern as they can disturb wildlife including breeding birds, result in worry or attack to livestock, and can scare people.

Our friendly reminder of tips include:

🐕 Keep your dog close at heel or on a short lead;
🙂 Be mindful of children, families and other visitors around you;
💩 Pick up and remove dog faeces and bag and bin responsibly;
🐶 Ensure that your dog wears a collar with the name and address of the dog owner inscribed or attached to ensure that your dog is easily identified.

Get more information on the Scottish Outdoor Access Code website: https://tinyurl.com/5xsp3mps

Stay tuned for more tips for exploring Eglinton Country Park and other outdoor spaces in North Ayrshire this summer…

We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

18/07/2024

Thank you to all of our lovely guests and to the incredible artists who have made this year's North Ayrshire Open Art Exhibition one to remember! 🫶

There's only two days left now to be part of the action as the exhibition closes after Saturday, July 20.

So if you are free on Friday or Saturday between 10am and 4pm, come along to The Racquet Hall to the FREE exhibition with art for everyone to enjoy 🤩

The art is for sale, so if you see something that you would like to purchase please speak to the friendly stewards.

Dogs on leads are welcome too and there's a colouring-in table and gallery wall for children who want to unleash their inner artist!

See our highlight pics and some of the lovely guests from today below 👇



🗣 Harbour Arts Centre

18/07/2024

As we close the doors to the Racquet Hall this evening, we wanted to remind everyone that there's TWO MORE DAYS left to visit the North Ayrshire Open Art Exhibition 👇

Entry is FREE and there's a colouring in table for children and young people who want to unleash their creative sides - dogs are welcome on leads too 🐕 and many unique artworks are still available for sale 🎨

Don't miss out! Come along from 10am until 4pm tomorrow and Saturday (the last day) to discover some incredible art from local artists and beyond...



🗣 Harbour Arts Centre

17/07/2024

With the North Ayrshire Open Art Exhibition (open daily 10am-4pm until Saturday) at the Racquet Hall and North Ayrshire Youth Services hosting their Outdoors for Wellbeing Camp this week, the Park has been a hive of activity 🤩

We were pleased to have also recently welcomed local artist Michelle Winslow for an interactive squishy toy making workshop over at the former Visitor Centre, in partnership with our Arts and Culture team...

As you can see from the pics below, the result was a fun afternoon had by all! 👏

This activity is a brilliant example of where the Council is providing opportunities for children to learn, play and develop across our venues this summer 🎨

Thanks to everyone who came along to make their cute creations!

🗣 Harbour Arts Centre

15/07/2024

Pop along to the courtyard on Wednesday 17th July to join North Ayrshire Ranger Service for a drop in Marvellous Moths encounter!

Another bit of a change of plan for Wednesday morning's Courtyard Encounter: There is very little Pond for "Pondemonium", but the overnight weather is meant to be good for moths! So we'll be doing Marvellous Moths instead :D

Oh, just to mention too- this is a drop-in event, so you you can pop along at any time and say hi, see what we've caught and head away when you like.

15/07/2024

Join North Ayrshire Ranger Service for a Nature Ramble through Eglinton Country Park.

There are still some spaces available on this free event, don't miss out to secure your tickets visit the Harbour Arts Centre Events Page here: https://thehac.co.uk/events

Our Summer events just keep on coming!, join us for a Summer Nature ramble this coming Wednesday from 12pm - 1pm, there is sure to be lots to see!

To secure your tickets visit the Harbour Arts Centre Events Page here: https://thehac.co.uk/events

12/07/2024

There are lots of ways to explore your local country park and we are lucky enough at Eglinton Country Park to welcome a host of visitors at this time of year including cyclists and horse riders 🚵‍♂️🐎

As the summer continues, we’d like to remind visitors who are cycling or horse-riding to please stay to our Park’s core paths as much as possible.

This will help to prevent any disturbance or damage to our fantastic flora and fauna. It will also minimise strain on our smaller path systems.

Please also ensure to make your presence known and keep your distance from those enjoying the park by foot to ensure we can all enjoy and make the most of our surroundings together 🛎🚶‍♀️

Then, if you’re on foot or using scooters or wheelers, remember to keep an eye out for cyclists and horse riders too. Dog walkers are also reminded to please have your dog under control and within sight at all times 🐕

Always give horses a safe distance and do not approach them unless their rider or handler says it’s safe to do so. Thank you!

Stay tuned for more tips for exploring Eglinton Country Park and other outdoor spaces in North Ayrshire this summer… ☀️

10/07/2024

KFA 2012's are holding their Big Family Funday at the park on Saturday 13th July.
There are lots of fun activities to choose from, pop along and join in the fun!

10/07/2024

Due to the weather today's Bookbug on Tour at Eglinton Castle has been cancelled. Look out for Bookbug at other dates and venues during the summer.
We are sorry for any disappointment and inconvenience caused.

09/07/2024

The first stop on North Ayrshire Libraries Bookbug Tour is at Eglinton Country Park.
Pop along to Eglinton Castle tomorrow at 11am to join in the fun!

08/07/2024

Thank you 🤩 to everyone who took the time to come along to our Accessibility Come & Try Open Day held on Saturday at the Eglinton Country Park Campsite 📍

Special thanks also to the Equal Supported Employment team who were also on-hand to promote their Bike Refurbishment Project 🚲 and the Trinity Active Travel Hub for providing free cycling accessories 🤩

➡️ The event was a great success and a brilliant opportunity to promote the accessibility equipment that is available at Eglinton Country Park - see our highlight pics below 📸

🦼 Use of the selection of scooters and wheelers is FREE, available for anyone who has limited mobility and would like to explore and enjoy our local country park.

➡️ The equipment can be hired for up to 2 hours for use within Eglinton Country Park. Collection times are available at either 10am or 1.30pm. All equipment must be returned by 4pm.

The Accessibility Equipment must be booked in advance therefore please call us on: 01294 551776, drop us a DM or email: [email protected] if you would like to hire the equipment upon your next visit.

06/07/2024

Great start to a sunny weekend! See hopefully even more visitors tomorrow at The Racquet Hall 🤩😎

06/07/2024

Today's the day! We are delighted to welcome the North Ayrshire Open Art Exhibition to the Racquet Hall once again!

Entry is FREE and there's a colouring in table for children and young people who want to unleash their creative sides 🎨

Read the press release in the comments for further info on the popular exhibition running daily between now and Saturday 20 July 🤩

Come along from 10am to discover some incredible art from local artists and beyond... dogs are welcome on leads too 🐕



🗣 Harbour Arts Centre

05/07/2024

Join us tomorrow for our Accessibility Wheeler Come & Try Day.
We have wheelers, scooters and wheelchairs free to hire for anyone with reduced mobility. If you wish to see what is available and have a short spin around the campsite field to test them out, just pop along on the day!
Equal Cycle Project are joining us with lots of cycling information including their Cycle Swap project, there will also be free cycling accessories.
Please note: The Accessibility Wheelers are not available for hire on Saturday 6th July. If you wish to hire a wheeler they must be booked in advance, to arrange booking or for further information call 01294 551776, DM or email:
[email protected]

05/07/2024

We were delighted to welcome Kilwinning and North Coast Community Development team for a fun-filled day yesterday at Eglinton Country Park.

The dreich weather didn't stop everyone from having a brilliant time during their outdoor learning summer session.

Thank you to all the families who braved the elements and got stuck in.

It is so inspiring seeing young people engaging with nature and making some incredible artistic creations. Well done! 🤩

Check out the North Ayrshire Virtual Community Centre for more on what is happening near you this summer...

Why not make your own nature art too this summer? 🎨 🍂

All you need is a sense of adventure, some hands that don't mind getting mucky and some time spent in and around North Ayrshire sourcing natural materials.

Please remember only pick leaves, sticks or flower heads that have already fallen as blooming wildflowers are important for our pollinators 🐝

Once you have your natural supplies at the ready, use some paper or canvas with some poster paint to try your own take on nature art! Post pics and use the hashtag as we'd love to see your creations! 🤩

05/07/2024

Did you know, across the main carpark, first and second overflow and the back carpark, at Eglinton Country Park we have over 220 designated car parking spaces? This includes 9 designated disabled spaces ♿

To ensure everyone can make the most of our park, its views and vibrant surroundings, please only use designated car parking spaces when visiting us 🚗

We also kindly ask that you do the same when visiting other popular sights across North Ayrshire during the summer break.

Remember, at Eglinton we have the overflow carparks as well as main car park facilities too, so during busier days, follow signage to go for the best option 🅿️

We look forward to welcoming you to this summer 👋

04/07/2024

We are disappointed to share the news of the recent vandalism over at Eglinton Community Gardens 😩

Please help us to protect our park by reporting anti-social behaviour. Visit the dedicated webpage to find out more about what action you can take: https://tinyurl.com/8hpfznuu

Thank you to our residents, visitors, volunteers and staff who continue to do their very best for our park and its vibrant surroundings - we appreciate you and all that you do to

03/07/2024

We are excited waiting for opening day of The North Ayrshire Open Art Exhibition this Saturday 6th July.

02/07/2024

Some important information about tomorrow's Marvellous Moths Courtyard Encounters. There's been a bit of a change of plan- please see the post below. Our Ranger will be indoors in the courtyard from 10 for a wee mothy slideshow and chat instead, look for the flag.

02/07/2024

If you are visiting the park you may notice that one of our residents has moved to a new home.

02/07/2024

Join us on Saturday 6th July for our Accessibility Wheeler Come & Try Day.
We have wheelers, scooters and wheelchairs free to hire for anyone with reduced mobility. If you wish to see what is available and have a short spin around the campsite field to test them out, just pop along on the day!
Equal Cycle Project are joining us with lots of cycling information including their Cycle Swap project, there will also be free cycling accessories.
Please note: The Accessibility Wheelers are not available for hire on Saturday 6th July. If you wish to hire a wheeler they must be booked in advance, to arrange booking or for further information call 01294 551776, DM or email:
[email protected]

28/06/2024

Join the Harbour Arts Centre for Summer Art @ The Park.
FREE Acetate Painting sessions are available on Wednesday 7 August for young people aged 4 – 6 years and 7 – 10 years.
Learn how to make a vibrant art piece using acetate painting and gelli printing. Choose from a range of themes including portraiture, Space, Sea life and much more.
Places are limited and must be booked in advance.
Don't miss out book today! 👇
www.ticketsource.co.uk/harbour-arts-centre

28/06/2024

Looking for inspiration join Harbour Arts Centre for Summer Art @ The Park on Wednesday 24 July.
Free Recycling Art sessions for young people aged 4 to 6 years and 7 - 10 years.
Learn about trash art and how artists transform throwaway plastics into beautiful art objects. We will create colourful fish from recycled plastic bottles and sculptural jelly fish from paper bowls to decorate and take home.
Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance. 👇
www.ticketsource.co.uk/harbour-arts-centre

26/06/2024

21/06/2024

Story tots is a fun interactive story session for families with children age 2- 5 years old. A free way to enjoy books together. Different stories every session. No booking required.

21/06/2024

Just a reminder that if you have lost belongings within the park, please get in touch.
This week we have had a cycle helmet, white high top trainers and a baby play mat handed in, please send us a DM, email or call. 👇
[email protected]
Tel: 01294 551776

20/06/2024

North Ayrshire Libraries are coming to the park for Forest Fun on Tuesday 25 June.
Enjoy a story and explore the forest to see what we find along the way!

19/06/2024

We are delighted to be hosting Colour Dash on Sunday 23 June.
To register online contact: www.ayrshirehospice.org
If you are planning on visiting the park please be aware we expect a large number of visitors, please plan your trip accordingly.

11/06/2024

Due to ongoing activity taking place in the park there may be heavy machinery moving throughout the park including the area surrounding the headless statue.
We will update with further information as soon as possible and apologise for any inconvenience caused.

10/06/2024

Join Ayrshire Baby Loss Support for their Annual Duck Race and Family Fun Day at Eglinton Country Park on Sunday 16 June.
The day begins at 1pm with stalls including a 'Duck' stall (come and buy your ducks for the race!), Tombola, Bottle stall, Face Painting, 'Name The Bear' competition and 'Find The Picture' hunt, to name just a few! 🦆