Chatelherault Country Park

Chatelherault Country Park, a five star visitor attraction under the Visit Scotland grading scheme, has been described as a jewel in the local landscape.

About Chatelherault Country Park

	Chatelherault Country Park Fernegair, Hamilton ML3 7UE
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Listed Under Activities - Walking / Attractions - Days Out / Attractions - Gardens and Parks / Attractions - Guided Walks and Tours / Attractions - History and Culture / Attractions - Museums

Chatelherault was built on 1732 by the Scottish architect William Adam as a hunting lodge for the Dukes and Duchess's of Hamilton.

Chatelherault is available for functions ranging from meetings and training courses to banquets and wedding ceremonies.

Chatelherault Country Park offers a fun packed diverse programme of events and activities throughout the year including:

• Children's craft workshops
• Guided walks and tours
• Treasure hunts
• Seasonal and themed events
• Art and photographic displays

Come along and explore and discover Chatelherault!

Directions
The entrance to the country park is within the village of Ferniegair, 2.5 km south east of Hamilton on the A72 Hamilton, Larkhall / Lanark, Clyde Valley tourist route.

The park is also accessible by train with daily half hour service stopping at the Chatelherault station on the Hamilton, Larkhall line.

Facilities
Visitor centre, café, gallery, conference and wedding facilities and play area. In the surrounding country park are over 10 miles of walks through ancient woodlands and along the dramatic Avon Gorge - the Park's greatest natural asset.

Disabled access
There is disabled parking and toilets available within the park, which are well signposted on information boards throughout the park.

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Upcoming Events at Chatelherault Country Park

Shopping

Chatelherault Market

Selected dates between 12th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

Chatelherault Country Park, Hamilton

Held weekly on Sundays from 9.30am - 3pm, Chatelherault Market showcases the best produce Scotland has to offer!

Family and Kids

Santa at Chatelherault

Selected dates between 6th December 2025 - 24th December 2025

Chatelherault Country Park, Hamilton

Visit Santa himself in his magical log cabin every weekend during December at Chatelherault Country Park!

Health and Wellbeing

Breast Cancer Now - Moving Forward Course

4th February 2026

Chatelherault Country Park, Hamilton

Breast Cancer Now know it's not always 'back to normal' when you finish hospital treatment for primary breast cancer, that's why their Moving Forward course is here.

Music

BOOZéBRUNCH The Festival

2nd May 2026

Chatelherault Country Park, Hamilton

BOOZéBRUNCH The Festival returns to Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton on Saturday 2nd May for the ultimate start to the summer!

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