Theme parks · Central Scotland
M&D's Theme Park
In or near Glassford.
Scotland's national theme park at Strathclyde Country Park.
Dave Thompson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 4 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- School holidays (Apr–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Hamilton West · 1.6 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
M&D's Theme Park is located in central Scotland, with the nearest railway station being Hamilton West, which is 1.6 km away. The postcode for the park is ML3 0RF. Accessibility is limited for wheelchair users.
About
M&D's, opened in 1995 within Strathclyde Country Park near Motherwell, is Scotland's national theme park — the only major roller-coaster park north of the border. Around 30 rides include the Tornado, Tsunami inverted coaster, Runaway Mine Train and a substantial children's section. Free entry, pay-per-ride. Adjacent are Amazonia rainforest dome, Scotland's Theme Park Cinema and a 36-hole crazy golf — making it the de facto family-day-out destination for the Glasgow conurbation.
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Place summary
M&D's Theme Park is a modern theme park located in central Scotland, postcode ML3. It features a variety of rides and attractions suitable for all ages, contributing to its status as a popular recreational destination in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 55.7917, -4.0431
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- ML3 0RF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hamilton and Clyde Valley
- Nearest railway station
- Hamilton West — 1.6 km
Sources
- manual: m-and-ds-strathclyde (manual)
- wikipedia: M&D's Scotland's Theme Park (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is M&D's Theme Park?
- M&D's Theme Park is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode ML3 0RF).
- What is M&D's Theme Park?
- Scotland's national theme park at Strathclyde Country Park.
- How do I get to M&D's Theme Park?
- The nearest railway station is Hamilton West, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode ML3 0RF.
- When was M&D's Theme Park built?
- Dates from the modern period.
- Does M&D's Theme Park charge admission?
- M&D's Theme Park typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to M&D's Theme Park?
- The nearest railway station is Hamilton West, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ML3 0RF.
- Is M&D's Theme Park suitable for children?
- Yes — M&D's Theme Park is a family attraction designed for children. Most rides and attractions are aimed at the under-12 age band.