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Outdoor events in Lanarkshire

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Events in Lanarkshire

Wild Ways Well Health Walks

Selected dates between 31st October 2023 - 28th May 2024
Coatbridge

Join Wild Ways Well each week for their Health Walk as they walk, talk, learn and connect with each other and nature!

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Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024
Various Locations Lanarkshire

Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!

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Strathclyde Parkrun

Selected dates between 6th January 2024 - 28th December 2024

Strathclyde Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Strathclyde Country Park!

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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 7th January 2024 - 29th December 2024

Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!

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Chatelherault Market

Selected dates between 4th February 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Held weekly on Sundays, Chatelherault Market showcases the best of hand-made products from designers and producers across Scotland!

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Lanark Market Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 11th February 2024 - 15th December 2024

An undercover car boot sale is held at Lanark Agricultural Market on Sundays throughout the year from 8am to 1pm!

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Navigation Skills For Improvers

Selected dates between 2nd March 2024 - 3rd November 2024
Kilsyth

Join Gaby from Skylark Guiding for a one day navigation course in the Kilsyth Hills for a women who want to grow their confidence using maps and compass to plan and follow routes in the countryside.

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Strathaven Miniature Railway Season

Selected dates between 30th March 2024 - 29th September 2024

Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2024 season in March and will run every weekend until the end of September!

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Stereofunk Festival

4th May 2024

Stereofunk returns to Chatelherault Park with a MASSIVE lineup on Sat 4th May! Featuring the return of the Vengaboys and a host of all your favourite 90s acts!

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Badger Watch at Falls of Clyde

Selected dates between 11th May 2024 - 14th August 2024

View badgers, bats and other nocturnal creatures on a Badger Watch event organised by the Falls of Clyde Rangers!

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Dawn Chorus at Baron’s Haugh

11th May 2024

Catch one of nature's most beautiful experiences, the dawn chorus, at RSPB Baron's Haugh Nature Reserve on Saturday 11th May!

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Kilbryde Hospice Tinto Hill Climb

11th May 2024
Biggar

Join Kilbryde Hospice on Saturday 11th May for an exhilarating journey to the summit of Tinto Hill!

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Porsche In The Glen

12th May 2024

Come along and see the Scottish Porsche owners as they display modern and classic cars on the main lawn at Calderglen on Sunday 12th May!

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Valley WalkFest

12th May 2024

Join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers for a jaunt to Corse Hill, the highest point in Whitelee Windfarm as part of this year's Valley WalkFest!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilsyth Gardens

26th May 2024
Kilsyth

Explore the neighbouring private gardens of Aeolia and Blackmill in Kilsyth on Sunday 26th May as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

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Walk for Parkinson’s: Chatelherault Country Park

2nd June 2024

Whatever your reason. Whoever you walk for. Join Parkinson's UK at Chatelherault Country Park and help raise vital funds for research into better treatments and hopefully, one day a cure.

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Stride For Kilbryde

8th June 2024

Whether you’re walking in memory of a loved one, staying in shape, or just fancy shaking up your Saturday night... join the Stride for Kilbryde at Hamilton Park Racecourse on Saturday 8th June!

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Glassford Gala Day

15th June 2024
Glassford

Glassford Gala Day returns on Saturday 15th June for its 83rd edition... it's a fantastic day out for all the community to enjoy!

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Larkhall Gala Day

15th June 2024
Larkhall

Save the date! Larkhall Gala Day is coming to town on Saturday 15th June, and it's going to be EPIC... get ready for a day filled with excitement, laughter, and unforgettable memories!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Covington Gardens

16th June 2024
Various Locations Lanarkshire

Come along and explore a group of three gardens in and close to Covington Village as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Little Sparta

Selected dates between 25th June 2024 - 3rd September 2024

Little Sparta is Ian Hamilton Finlay's greatest work of art. Come and explore the grounds as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

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The Land Of Giants

29th June 2024 - 14th July 2024

The Land Of Giants, the must-see spectacular outdoor Jurassic and Ice Age Experience, is coming to Cuningar Loop this Summer!

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History In The Field

19th July 2024 - 21st July 2024

History In The Field is Scotland's newest multiperiod living history event, hosted by Western Desert Recce Group, at the David Livingstone Centre in Blantyre between the 19th and 21st of July!

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Blaeberry Bimble

28th July 2024

It's International Bog Day so join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers for a stroll to explore the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the bog!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Calderglen Family Run of Colour

28th July 2024

Take a unique, colourful walk, jog or run, through some of the beautiful grounds of Calderglen Country Park at the Family Run of Colour on Sunday 28th July!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Walled Garden, Shieldhill

4th August 2024
Biggar

Explore the redesigned and planted 200-year-old walled garden at Quothquan as part of this year's Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobwood Cottage Garden

10th August 2024 - 11th August 2024
Forth

A four-times winner of West Lothian Gardener of the year, Jamie invites you to Stobwood Cottage. In just four years he has established a hugely impressive garden in the South Lanarkshire countryside!

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Quarriers Golf Day 2024

30th August 2024

Quarriers Golf Day is always a day to remember and this year they're returning to Cathkin Braes, the oldest golf course in Glasgow!

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St Andrew’s Hospice Ben Nevis Challenge

31st August 2024

Join St Andrew's Hospice for their Ben Nevis Challenge this August and trek the UK's highest mountain with local guides!

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MooFest

14th September 2024 - 15th September 2024

MooFest is back! This weekend of cattle-inspired activities, talks and tastings at the National Museum of Rural Life will a-moo-se young and old alike!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 12 Chatelherault Avenue (A Soiree in September)

14th September 2024
Cambuslang

Unwind with wine and music in a stunning garden brimming with edibles, flowers & unique delights as the owners of 12 Chatelherault Avenue open their doors for Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Mud Madness

6th October 2024

Taking place in the stunning grounds of Chatelherault, Mud Madness involves mud runs, water slides, obstacles and even a dip in the River Avon – great fun for all ages!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Jingle All The Way 5k

1st December 2024

The Jingle All The Way 5k returns to Chatelherault Country Park on Sunday 1st December!

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Outdoor Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Heritage Walk: Giffnock - Mines and Mysteries

Heritage Walk: Giffnock - Mines and Mysteries

9th May 2024

Led by Dr. Stuart Nisbet this heritage walk will tell the story of how Giffnock's limestone and fireclay were quarried.

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Doggie’s Day Out

Doggie’s Day Out

7th September 2024

Drop-in to Dams To Darnley Country Park with your 4-legged family members for an afternoon of fun games and activities for them to enjoy!

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Heritage Walk: Giffnock - Fire and Brimstone

Heritage Walk: Giffnock - Fire and Brimstone

2nd May 2024

Led by Dr. Stuart Nisbet as well as looking at Giffnock's Sandstone Quarries, this walk will tell the story of the hundreds of miners who worked coal from under much of Giffnock.

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Outdoor Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

Christmas at the Botanics

Christmas at the Botanics

21st November 2024 - 30th December 2024

Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House

3rd April 2024 - 25th September 2024

The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and The extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Tyninghame House and The Walled Garden

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Tyninghame House and The Walled Garden

Selected dates between 12th May 2024 - 23rd June 2024

Enjoy a visit to Tyninghame House and The Walled Garden, awarded ‘Outstanding’ for every category in the Inventory of Gardens and Designed Landscapes of Scotland!

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Outdoor Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Craig Cottage

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Craig Cottage

5th May 2024

Situated a few hundred yards from South Flisk is the charming Craig Cottage - a total contrast to South Flisk but the two gardens complement each other perfectly.

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Little Oaks Dad’s Day

Little Oaks Dad’s Day

Selected dates between 4th May 2024 - 29th June 2024

Enjoy a special “Dads Day” session of our Little Oaks Early Years Group, designed to help dads of young children meet and enjoy spending time outdoors together with their little ones!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Garden with the Dragon

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Garden with the Dragon

Selected dates between 18th May 2024 - 25th May 2024

Enjoy a stroll round this quirky coastal garden hidden behind a walled plot and overseen by a majestic dragon sculpture perched on a tree!

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Outdoor Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

The Wild Outdoors Summer Camps - Glasgow

The Wild Outdoors Summer Camps - Glasgow

Selected dates between 22nd July 2024 - 1st August 2024

From mastering bushcraft skills to conquering ninja lines, archery, and tomahawk throwing, every day is an adventure in the great outdoors at The Wild Outdoors Summer Camps!

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Big Butterfly Count

Big Butterfly Count

4th August 2024

Ever wondered what that butterfly in your garden is? Then come along and learn about identification and the lifestyles of butterflies, and how to help them at Dams To Darnley Country Park!

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Sensory Bluebell Walk

Sensory Bluebell Walk

11th May 2024

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of RSPB Loch Lomond and captivate your senses as you head out on a guided bluebell walk through this picturesque reserve!

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Outdoor Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Battery Park Junior Parkrun

Battery Park Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 7th January 2024 - 29th December 2024

Battery Park Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Battery Park, Greenock!

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Renfrew Market & Car Boot

Renfrew Market & Car Boot

Selected dates between 2nd February 2024 - 20th December 2024

Renfrew Market and Car Boot is held weekly on Fridays at Renfrew FC's New Western Park between 8am and 1pm!

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Kilmacolm & Port Glasgow Show

Kilmacolm & Port Glasgow Show

11th May 2024

The annual Kilmacolm & Port Glasgow Agricultural Show is being held at the Knapps, Kilmacolm on Saturday 11th May!

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Outdoor Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Beauty and the Beast at Stirling Castle

Beauty and the Beast at Stirling Castle

19th July 2024

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company at Stirling Castle this summer for a brand-new telling of the classic fairy tale Beauty and the Beast!

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Gorge Walking

Gorge Walking

9th March 2024 - 30th September 2024

Explore a local Gorge with one of Loch Ard Adventure Centre's instructors and learn how to move over rocks, in water, up waterfalls and through pools!

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Strathcarron Hospice 10K 2024

Strathcarron Hospice 10K 2024

13th October 2024

Sign up today and pound the pavements in support of Strathcarron Hospice this October!

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Events in Other Areas

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 7th January 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!

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Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Selected dates between 17th February 2024 - 21st December 2024

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!

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Largs Market

Largs Market

Selected dates between 2nd March 2024 - 21st December 2024

You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!

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Kelburn Breathwork and Cold Dip Experience

Kelburn Breathwork and Cold Dip Experience

Selected dates between 18th April 2024 - 19th September 2024

Enjoy a fabulous Breathwork and Cold Dip Experience in the magical setting of Kelburn, on the North Ayrshire coast!

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Dalquharran Dash & Dander

Dalquharran Dash & Dander

18th May 2024

Sign up for the inaugural Dalquharran Dash & Dander, a free community fun run set to take place along the picturesque Dalquharran Path Network as part of the Dailly Village Fete on Saturday 18th May!

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Loch Leven Walkathon

Loch Leven Walkathon

19th May 2024
Kinross

Step out this spring with your family and friends at the Loch Leven Walkathon in support of Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland on Sunday 19th May 2024!

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The International Ayr Show Festival of Flight

The International Ayr Show Festival of Flight

6th September 2024 - 7th September 2024
Ayr

The action-packed International Ayr Show Festival of Flight will take place at Ayr Shore Front on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th September!

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