Mid-term fun at Dalkeith Country Park

LOOKING for some fun-filled activities to keep the youngsters occupied during the mid-term break, then head to Dalkeith Country Park.

With a luxury retail park at Restoration Yard, a tempting lunch menu at Restoration Café, peace and tranquillity in the Wellbeing Lab and spectacular adventure playground Fort Douglas, there’s something to keep everyone entertained.

Salma Bickley (6) tests out Fort Douglas adventure playground at Dalkeith Country Park.
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Salma Bickley (6) tests out Fort Douglas adventure playground at Dalkeith Country Park. Pic: Contributed

There’s also a host of activities to enjoy for mid-term from now until Saturday.

Den Building: At 2pm daily, join the Dalkeith Country Park ranger to find out more about den building and to have a go at building one yourself. Suitable for ages 5+. All children must be accompanied by an adult. £3 for children, adults free.

Archery: Children aged 6+ can test their archery skills in the park’s 10 lane outdoor archery range between 11am and 3pm, with an experienced archer from Bushcraft Survival on hand with tips. A 15 minute session costs £5.

Zorbing: From 10.30am to 3.30pm daily, run free in large inflatable zorbs from Rolling Haggis. Suitable for all ages. £5 per session.

Bike Hire: Explore Dalkeith Country Park’s scenic cycling paths. Criterium Cycles Bike Hire Centre has a selection of bikes available for the entire family to hire.

Open 9.30am to 4.30pm, last hire at 1pm, tomorrow to Saturday. Suitable for all ages. Prices start from £15 for adults and £10 for children for a three-hour hire.

Family Yoga Workshop: Perfect for kids aged 4 to 12, on Saturday, relax, play and laugh during this creative yoga session at Restoration Yard’s peaceful Wellbeing Lab.

Parents can join in with younger children. £8 per child, 10am-11am, Saturday.

To find out more about Dalkeith Country Park’s mid-term activities or to book, call 0131 654 1666 or email [email protected]

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