Craigtoun Country Park
Craigtoun Country Park
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
Craigtoun Park is a 47 acre park only 2 miles from St Andrews. The park itself is open 24/7 and it's a great day out for the whole family. During the season try the Rio Grande Railway, Crazy Golf, Putting and Puffin' Billy - the road train that takes you round the whole park. There are rowing boats and pedalos, bouncy castles and pedal cars for the little ones plus - new for 2022 - go-karts for the not-so-little ones. In the event of inclement weather, some attractions may not run for safety reasons. The cafe is will be open daily for take away only until the season ends in October and serves a selection of breakfast rolls, sandwiches, paninis, teas and coffees, home baking and, of course, ice creams. For full details of all opening times, prices and event dates, please visit our website.
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More than 3 hours
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4.5
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Wendy H
3 contributions
May 2023 • Family
Visited the Park last Saturday (13th May) and unfortunately it was a shambles. Yes the fryer had broken which was unavoidable, but having to wait 25 mins for 3 plain hotdogs and having to send them back as they had sauce and mustard on them, and then wait another 25 mins for replacements was unacceptable! I would also suggest you rethink the idea of not being able to order a take away hot drink within the cafe, you will lose business as people will not wait on the extremely long ice-cream queue!
Written 15 May 2023
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Laura S
1 contribution
May 2023 • Family
We were at craigtoun park yesterday spent the full day here my children absolutely loved it, we also had lunch in the cafe. The staff in the cafe were fantastic and very attentive. Nothing was too much for them, the food was absolutely delicious and very reasonably priced for being in the park. Been to a lot of places where we would be £50/£60 easy for 5 of us. But there prices were fantastic. The park is fantastic all the different attractions for the children we were here for 5 1/2 hours and still could’ve stayed longer if it didn’t shut. Would highly recommend the park and the cafe.
Written 15 May 2023
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SalMonifieth
13 contributions
May 2023 • Family
What a brilliant day we had at this park. We bought day passes and were able to use them to the max (grandkids are 11, 8 & 6). We went on everything, some things more than once. Spent the whole day there having great fun. Lunch in the Cafe was OK too (there are also lovely picnic areas dotted about) then great ice cream to finish things off. Loads for the grandkids to do, nice walk around the gardens, good big car park and the staff were all amazing. Be prepared to do a lot of waving at all the little kids on the trains, really lovely. Looking forward to our next visit.
Written 14 May 2023
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jess
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK51 contributions
May 2023 • Family
Lovely family park on the outskirts of S( Andrews. We have been here many times now we can’t believe we have missed this great park. It is on the outskirts of town we walked and took about 20 minutes. Kids loved the little train and we all had great fun. I would commend taking food we stopped at the marks and Spencer’s which was in the way and grabbed some snacks. Not a whole day event but we had fun.
Written 7 May 2023
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Christina D
16 contributions
Apr 2023
Nice Park,quite dated but understand that upgrades are in the works. Plenty for the kids to do but cafe ruined it. Not one vegan option (not vegan but intolerant to dairy and egg) so my 2yr old basically couldn't eat unless subject to a 2hr wait for a portion of chips... staff absolutely clueless. Was told it would take 2hrs to make a sandwich as they ran out for the kids boxes 🤦♀️.
Written 30 April 2023
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Caitlin M
2 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
A lovely, well maintained park with plenty to do for all of the family. Dog friendly too. If you intended to take your pooch along. The cafe even done a dog menu!
We spent the morning here, nipped to our holiday lodge (at Country Meadows Holiday Park, 5 minute's along the road) Then came back and spent the rest of the day here. The ice cream parlour was very busy, so must of been good! and there was 2 food vans and a café, toilets on site too. The donuts from the van where delicious. We weren't too keen on the cafe food, we would bring a picnic the next time. Not majorly bad but just not to our tastes. There is plenty picnic benches/areas to put a blanket. Under 3's are free for all paid rides too, you only needed tickets for the adults to accompany them. Our toddler loved the park, bouncy castles, sand and trampoline area and the ride on karts area. We enjoyed the train/boats
We couldn't use the tractor at the start, due to having a pram. We could of left it in the car, however it was close to our toddlers nap time. We said next toke we would leave it in the car, so she could experience it. Some of the botanic and Japanese gardens weren't really anything to look at to be honest, but could be due to only just starting the season. We will definitely be back for another family day trip. It was a perfect day for all!
We spent the morning here, nipped to our holiday lodge (at Country Meadows Holiday Park, 5 minute's along the road) Then came back and spent the rest of the day here. The ice cream parlour was very busy, so must of been good! and there was 2 food vans and a café, toilets on site too. The donuts from the van where delicious. We weren't too keen on the cafe food, we would bring a picnic the next time. Not majorly bad but just not to our tastes. There is plenty picnic benches/areas to put a blanket. Under 3's are free for all paid rides too, you only needed tickets for the adults to accompany them. Our toddler loved the park, bouncy castles, sand and trampoline area and the ride on karts area. We enjoyed the train/boats
We couldn't use the tractor at the start, due to having a pram. We could of left it in the car, however it was close to our toddlers nap time. We said next toke we would leave it in the car, so she could experience it. Some of the botanic and Japanese gardens weren't really anything to look at to be honest, but could be due to only just starting the season. We will definitely be back for another family day trip. It was a perfect day for all!
Written 19 April 2023
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Helen Souter
7 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Love going up to craigtoun park to walk my dog was there on sat 25/3/23 my car was parked in disabled bays between 1pm & 4pm when returned my car was damaged some 1 had reversed into my car do know due to damage was white car who ever done never had decency to leave there on my windscreen think this is appalling if any reads this & seen this incident & maybe wrote registration down could they please reply to this due to this for garage to sort my bill is £540 not happy
Written 27 March 2023
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jed23
Edinburgh, UK161 contributions
Feb 2023
Community run park and dog friendly cafe . Children’s play area and lovely long walks . Attractions not open till Easter but cafe means you can have lovely walk and fresh coffee and lunch as well .
Written 27 February 2023
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Charlotte T
1 contribution
Aug 2022
A brilliant place to visit. My family had the best fun together in many years - my grown up daughter especially loved the train, reverting to childhood in a happy instant! Extremely reasonable prices for the different activities and something for everyone to enjoy. My grandson loved it all, his favourite being the pedalo on the beautiful lake. Ken and Bruce, the train drivers, were absolutely great, doing their best to make it fantastic fun for everyone. The grounds are beautiful and the food on offer was delicious. We will make it a regular visit whenever we come to stay with family in St Andrew’s again.
Written 30 August 2022
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RoisinLeith
Edinburgh, UK32 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Craigtoun is a huge, beautifully maintained park with interesting gardens hidden away.
Entry and parking is free so it’s a great value day out even if you do pay for a couple of activities - pedalos and rowing boats on the pond, go-karts, train and tractor rides. These are not overpriced as you would find in some places. The staff running the tractor ride when we visited were so friendly, and our son loved being allowed to sit on the tractor at the end.
there’s a decent adventure play park, Picnic areas, plenty of toilets and a cafe.
We will definitely be back!
Entry and parking is free so it’s a great value day out even if you do pay for a couple of activities - pedalos and rowing boats on the pond, go-karts, train and tractor rides. These are not overpriced as you would find in some places. The staff running the tractor ride when we visited were so friendly, and our son loved being allowed to sit on the tractor at the end.
there’s a decent adventure play park, Picnic areas, plenty of toilets and a cafe.
We will definitely be back!
Written 29 August 2022
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cheekyval1958
Dundee, UK1 contribution
Hi is there a bus that stops near the park we are coming from dundee
Doug S
St Andrews
Hi . Stagecoach 64a does stop at the bottom of the main drive but these busses are only every 2 hours at present.
Alison F
4 contributions
Can you take dogs to the park?
lisa_anne1990
Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom11 contributions
Yes, we visited with our dog and there were many others enjoying the open spaces too
lorraine h
2 contributions
How much for a family ticket 2adults 2children thanks
Doug S
St Andrews
Hi
Group/family of 4 costs £24 for a full day ticket. Children under three years of age go free.
caro44Scotland
scotland4 contributions
Do you offer an annual family pass? If so how much would this cost?
Doug S
St Andrews
Hi We do indeed offer "Season Tickets" which last for the full season - 1st April through to 22nd October 2017. One person is £25, three persons £65 four persons £75 and every additional person thereafter is an extra £18.
shellbellfife
Scotland, UK10 contributions
Are you able to bring your own disposable bbq? thank you
AlDearle
Milos, Greece216 contributions
Yes you can.
CRAIGTOUN COUNTRY PARK (St. Andrews) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Craigtoun Country Park
- Craigtoun Country Park is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
- Hotels near Craigtoun Country Park:
- (1.87 km) Elderburn Lodges
- (2.05 km) St Andrews Coach Houses
- (0.74 km) Craigtoun Meadows Holiday Park
- (1.83 km) Rufflets Hotel
- (3.20 km) 34 Argyle Street Guesthouse
- Restaurants near Craigtoun Country Park:
- (0.45 km) The Duke's Clubhouse
- (3.62 km) The Grange Inn
- (3.25 km) The Tavern at Strathkinness
- (3.78 km) The Seafood Ristorante
- (3.28 km) The Smoked Thistle