Craigtoun Country Park
St Andrews, Kingdom of Fife
About Craigtoun Country Park
Run by charity organisation, The Friends of Craigtoun, Craigtoun Country Park is a family gem nestled in the Scottish countryside. There are 47-acres of well-maintained parkland to explore with heritage features such as the Italian Garden and the Dutch Village, which sits on the large pond. Craigtoun Country Park has been an iconic visitor attraction for groups and families alike since the 1960s and to this day we still have a miniature railway operating around the boating pond. You can take a boat or a pedalo around the pond, play crazy golf, or even take a tractor ride round the perimeter of the park. Some attractions require tickets that can be purchased in our Ticket Office, which doubles as a Gift Shop. We also have free attractions accessible all year round such as the trampolines, zip wire and trim trail. The park itself is a haven for wildlife, including the swans that nest here year on year.
With so many free facilities on offer, Craigtoun Country Park is a great place to enjoy a family day out!
Free Entry, Free Parking and lots of fun!
With free entry, free parking and on-site café, Craigtoun really is the ideal place for a family day out. Situated in 47 acres of well-maintained grounds, just 2 miles from St Andrews, the park is open all year round and visitors can enjoy free facilities such as the Adventure Playground, Trampolines, Fairy Glen, Trim Trail and a 30ft Zip Wire.
Our Seasonal Paid Attractions operate from April to October and these include the Rio Grande Miniature Railway and Puffin’ Billy tractor rides, Boating, Putting, Crazy Golf, Bouncy Castles, Pedal Cars and Go-Karts. The Craigtoun Café has both indoor and outdoor seating and serves a selection of hot and cold food items, drinks, snacks, and ice cream.
3 Party Venues Available to Hire
Craigtoun is big enough to set up your own gazebo anywhere you like to enjoy a free day out but we also have 3 venues available to hire in the park - the Picnic Hut, the Party Tent and the Open Shelter. These are idea of shool & social group outings as well as family occasions.
Free Entry to Spring and Summer Events
We hold 2 day events at Easter and the first weekend of the local school summer holidays that are completely free to enter and there is loads of entertainment for children and adults alike.
Facilities
Toilets
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Wheelchair Hire
Opening Times
- Monday, Open 24 hours
- Tuesday, Open 24 hours
- Wednesday, Open 24 hours
- Thursday, Open 24 hours
- Friday, Open 24 hours
- Saturday, Open 24 hours
- Sunday, Open 24 hours
The Craigtoun Seasonal Attractions will run between 10:30 and 17:00 on the following dates during 2025:
Daily: Saturday 5th - Sunday 20th April inclusive
Weekends only: 26th & 27th April
May Day Weekend: Saturday 3rd – Monday 5th May inclusive
Weekends only: 10th & 11th, 17th & 18th and 24th & 25th May
Bank Holiday Weekend: Saturday 31st May - Tuesday 3rd June inclusive
Weekends only: 7th & 8th, 14th & 15th, 21st & 22nd and 28th & 29th June
Daily: Friday 4th July - Sunday 17th August inclusive
Weekends only: 23rd & 24th and 30th & 31st August
Weekends only: 6th & 7th, 13th & 14th, 20th & 21st and 27th & 28th September
and 4th & 5th October
Daily: Saturday 11th - Sunday 25th October inclusive
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (3-17) : £2.40
- Babies and Toddlers (0-3) : Free
- Adult (17-18+) : £2.40
Block of 10 individual ride tickets (buy 10 get 1 free): £24.00
Day Band Individual (under 3s free): £11.00
Day Band Group of Three: £30.00
Day Band Group of Four: £38.50
Day Band for an Additional Group Member: £10.00
Group & Venue Hire rate: £8.00
Annual Pass Individual (under 3s free): £38.50
Annual Pass Group of Three: £104.50
Annual Pass Group of Four: £132.00
Annual Pass for an Additional Group Member: £33.00
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 3 - 4 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Public Transport
Contact Details
Transport Information
There is one bus that passes close to the park. The park itself is a 15-minute walk from the bus stop.
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Last Updated: 11:00 12/03/2025
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