Investment continues at Mugdock Country Park

Date: 
Thursday, 9 March, 2017

 

New toilets have been opened at Mugdock Country Park as part of ongoing investment in the local attraction.

The Mugdock Strategy 2015-2020 is currently underway - aimed at increasing income-generating opportunities while continuing to provide facilities and services to visitors.

A new visitor centre and shop were opened last year as part of a wider redevelopment of the offices and meeting rooms, comprising a total investment of £60,000.

East Dunbartonshire Council also invested £25,000 in an adventure trail for children.

Visit Scotland gave the park a four-star rating and a positive review following a visit in August 2016, with work underway to secure a coveted five-star award.

Councillor Eric Gotts, Chair of Mugdock Country Park Joint Management Committee, recently opened the revamped toilet facilities.

He said, "The toilet refurbishment is part of the Mugdock Strategy 2015-2020. The toilets have been upgraded and updated to meet visitor expectations as part of an ongoing investment programme in the park - including a new visitor centre, office development and lettable rooms.

"I'm delighted with the progress and investment being made. Combined with innovative ideas such as the Friends of Mugdock Country Park scheme, the future is very bright for this wonderful local attraction."

The Friends of Mugdock Country Park scheme supports future developments and offers members a range of benefits, including:

  • Complimentary history trail and wildlife leaflet
  • 10% discount in the Visitor Centre Shop
  • Priority booking for theatre tickets
  • Regular exclusive offers and promotions from all other park businesses.

Annual membership costs £15 for individuals or £25 for a family.

Meanwhile, Mugdock Country Park has introduced car park donation facilities to give people the opportunity to contribute towards ongoing improvements.

Four posts have been installed in the main car park at Mugdock and it is hoped they could be rolled out across the park if visitors respond positively.

Visit the website for more information, e-mail mugdockinfo@eastdunbarton.gov.uk or call 0141 956 6100.

* Pictured above are Cllr Jim Gibbons (East Dunbartonshire), customer services assistant Kirsty Mills, Cllr Graham Lambie (Stirling Council), Cllr Eric Gotts (East Dunbartonshire) and Mary Coulshed, Team Leader at Mugdock Country Park.

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