Craigtoun Country Park, St. Andrews

This place is stunning. A great, fun-filled day out for the family or even for a nice walk and fresh air. The park is wonderfully maintained and beautifully arranged. However, the one thing that stands out above all else is the staff and I can't even express how much I mean that. I have been to many varied places with great service before, but something about the staff here was just soo welcoming and wonderful, every one of them, it was like being at Disneyland! All of them are smiling, the ones on the train and tractor rides were waving at every single passing child. Engaging in good, natural conversation. They all just seemed to be super happy to be there, and they made the day amazing. I really can't praise them enough but I am sure those who have been there know exactly what I am talking about! They made the day so much greater and I hope they are compensated well!

Amazing place. Free parking and entry (donation recommended). Lots of things to do, especially as a family. Some activities free, others pay but are very reasonably priced. We went here later on in the evening (5pm) to walk the dogs, and it was just emptying after what looked like a busy day. Lovely and peaceful walk round and when we got back to the car park about an hour later it was nearly empty. Will have to go back during normal hours to try the cafe, and maybe boat and mini golf 😉

The car park a good size but if it really busy there is a overflow parking area. There is car parking Marshall's on busy days as well to help guide you. There lots of outdoor equipment for kids/adults to use and if you fall you'll just land on grass and get a bit muddy. There is a lots of activities for kids/adults but a few of them have charges putting/crazy golf, train ride, boats etc. There is two different kids play area for different ages and it is free and there Slides, climbing frames, assault course, swings,etc. There a few picnic tables about but if it's really busy you'll be hard pushed to find one that's empty. There is a large grass area where you can play football, rugby ,tennis and if you can't find a picnic table get some blankets and have lunch. There is plenty of toilets dotted all over the park. There also places to buy food. You can walk around the park and see Craigtoun mansion House/ hospital from behind a fence. Just a shame no one has renovated it yet. There's also a nice walk round the pond to see small waterfall. If you have walking issues the paths are smooth but there is a tractor with carriages but I'm not sure what days it runs.

Lovely place for a wander. Some lovely gardens and a great location for an early morning walk in the summer months. It also connects onto Lade Braes which is another beauty!

Fortunately we got into a he car before the heavy rain started . Park is lovely . On the down side this is the second time we have visited and nothings open. No train boats crazy golf . So given tickets through tccl (as we are staying here for a holiday with Ellie )hope the next time we com up things are opened x