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South Lanarkshire School Holidays

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Life as a parent often revolves around school dates. So when is school out this year? Check out the South Lanarkshire school holiday term dates and in-service days!

Once you’ve put those down in your diary, feel free to read our suggestions for the best attractions and things to do in South Lanarkshire this year. All ideas listed were proven to be popular with our readers last year, so you know other families love them too!

Here’s a 2024-2025 approved calendar! Phew, that’s 2 years into the future!

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South Lanarkshire School Holiday Dates 2023/24

The school terms for 2023/24 are still yet to be approved by the Education Resources Committee. So, they may change.

These are the provisional dates as of now:

  • Christmas Holidays: 22nd December 2023 – 8th January 2024
  • Spring Term: 8th January – 28th March 2024
  • February Half Term: 12th February – 15th February 2024
  • Easter Holidays: 28th March – 15th April 2024
  • Summer Term: 15th April – 26th June 2024
  • May Holidays: 2nd May, 6th May and 24th and 27th May 2024
  • Summer Holidays Start: 26th June 2024

South Lanarkshire School Holiday Dates 2024/25

The school terms for 2024/25 are still yet to be approved by the Education Resources Committee. So, they may change.

These are the provisional dates as of now:

  • Term Starts: 14th August 2024
  • Autumn Term: 14th August – 23rd December 2024
  • October Half Term: 14th October – 18th October 2024
  • Christmas Holidays: 23rd December 2024 – 3rd January 2025
  • Spring Term: 3rd January – 21st April 2025
  • February Half Term: 17th February – 19th February 2025
  • Easter Holidays: 7th April – 21st April 2025
  • Summer Term: 21st April – 26th June 2025
  • May Holidays: 23rd and 26th May 2025
  • Summer Holidays Start: 26th June 2025

Top Things to do in the South Lanarkshire School Holidays

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Calderglen Country Park, Glasgow

A day out in the open is always needed. A breath of fresh air for the kids and a chance for the family to spend some quality time and get some physical exercise too!

Calderglen Country Park has lots to offer, from a children’s zoo, a tropical glasshouse, ornamental gardens and nature trails too! As well as adventure and toddler play areas, a fun golf course and more! Your kids will have a fabulous time here and the feeling of boredom will be nothing but a whisper.

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Torrance Castle, Strathaven Rd, East Kilbride, Glasgow G75 0QZ

Opening Times

Monday to Saturday 10:00 - 17:30
Sunday 10:00 - 17:00

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Falls of Clyde

Ever wanted to see spectacular waterfalls that will truly take your breath away?

At Falls of Clyde, you’ll get that and more. With various wonderful woodland walks, over 100 species of birds to spot, as well as other wildlife, you’ll find lots of naturalistic things to do here. Before setting your eyes on a truly magnificent water feature.

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Falls of Clyde, New Lanark, ML11 9DB

Opening Times

Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 16:00

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M&D's Scotland's Theme Park

Are you ready for fast rides and rollercoasters? Then check out this amazing theme park. With a wide range of food places, bowling and high rides. The whole family can enjoy a day out here and make sure everyone is having fun!
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Strathclyde Country Park, Bellshill, Motherwell, ML1 3RT

Opening Times

Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 22:00

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James Hamilton Heritage Park

If your kids love all things water sports and having fun, then this is the place to be!

With a 16-arce loch, there’s lots of space for splash-tastic activities such as canoeing, windsurfing and more! But if you’re not into watersports, that’s okay because there are two adventure playgrounds and fun boats to take advantage of! It’s a family-friendly attraction that is perfect to experience during a family holiday.

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Stewartfield Way, East Kilbride, Glasgow, G74 5LB

Opening Times

Monday to Sunday 24 hours

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Feeling better prepared to tackle the South Lanarkshire school holidays? We hope so!

If you need any advice on how to prepare your kids for their first day of school, things to do in the mid-term break, October half-term or what to do this autumn – we have it all! No matter whether you need inspiration for a weekend break, future summer holidays or just a day holiday!  And if you need to know about school holidays in other locations across the UK, we have all the info for you below:

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