Things to Do in Shotts

⭐ 4.5 4.6 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Polkemmet Country Park

Enjoy outdoor adventures at this spacious country park featuring woodland trails and play areas, complete with onsite parking and refreshments. Note that accessibility is limited and outside food isn't permitted.

⭐ 4.8 4.6 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Scottish Owl Centre

Meet dozens of magnificent owl species at this world-class Bathgate sanctuary set within Polkemmet Country Park, where families can enjoy flying displays and get close to these fascinating birds of prey.

⭐ 4.4 5.7 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Xcite Whitburn

This West Lothian leisure centre offers swimming and fitness activities for active families, though facilities are limited with no baby changing areas or wheelchair access currently available.

⭐ 4.1 5.8 mi away

Sports Facilities

Wishaw Sports Centre

This North Lanarkshire sports venue offers active family fun with onsite parking and a restaurant, though facilities are limited with no wheelchair access or baby changing areas available.

⭐ 4.3 6.1 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

The Bubbles Factory

Let your little ones burn off energy at this indoor soft play venue on Hamilton Street, complete with an onsite restaurant for refuelling. Nearby parking and toilets available, though no baby changing facilities.

⭐ 3.1 7 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Rainforest Adventure Motherwell

This indoor adventure venue features multi-level soft play for all ages, an exciting Sky Walk experience, and football pitches, with an onsite restaurant plus facilities including parking and baby changing.

⭐ 3.8 7.3 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Aquatec Motherwell

Make a splash at this lively leisure centre featuring a fun pool with waterslide, relaxing spa facilities and beachside zone. Onsite parking and dining available for active family days out.

⭐ 4.5 7.4 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Pitstop

A Main Street indoor play venue in Addiewell where children can burn energy while families enjoy the onsite restaurant or bring their own picnic to fuel the fun.

⭐ 4.2 7.5 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

The Hive Soft Play

This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue offers energetic fun for children with onsite parking, accessible facilities including baby changing areas, and snacks available to purchase during your visit.

⭐ 4.5 7.5 mi away

National Parks & Reserves

RSPB Scotland Barons Haugh Nature Reserve

This wheelchair-accessible Motherwell nature reserve offers families the chance to spot diverse wildlife across its peaceful habitats, with parking available and picnic areas for outdoor dining.

⭐ 4.3 7.5 mi away

Museums & Galleries

North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

Explore the rich local history of North Lanarkshire through engaging exhibits at this accessible museum, which offers onsite parking, snacks and facilities for wheelchair users.

⭐ 4.4 8.3 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Causewayhead Park

This Viewforth park offers an exciting play area for children alongside scenic walking trails and a seasonal paddling pool, all set within expansive lawns perfect for active family days out.

⭐ 4.4 8.7 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Strathclyde Country Park

This expansive parkland offers family-friendly outdoor adventures with excellent facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing rooms and onsite parking for a comfortable visit.

⭐ 4.6 9 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Chatelherault Country Park

This sprawling 500-acre South Lanarkshire estate combines beautiful walks through ancient woodlands with a fascinating heritage exhibition, all fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

⭐ 4.0 9.1 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Amazonia

Step into a heated jungle paradise at Motherwell's Amazonia, where families can encounter more than 70 fascinating species from tropical rainforests whatever the weather outside.

⭐ 3.9 9.1 mi away

Theme Parks & Funfairs

M&D's Scotland's Theme Park

Scotland's largest theme park delivers thrills for all ages with exciting rides, covered attractions and a unique indoor rainforest experience at Strathclyde Country Park.

⭐ 4.3 9.2 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Vue Hamilton

This 9-screen cinema complex at Palace Towers delivers the latest blockbusters with wheelchair access, onsite parking and snack bar facilities for the whole family to enjoy.

⭐ 4.0 9.2 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

The Time Capsule

Dive into aquatic adventures at this Coatbridge leisure centre featuring exciting water slides like Storm Chasers and Tornado Tantrum, with full accessibility for families including pushchairs and wheelchairs.

⭐ 4.6 9.2 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Summerlee Heritage Park

Step back in time at this interactive museum where kids can dress up, venture into a recreated mine, discover miners' cottages and burn off energy in the adventure playpark.

⭐ 4.5 9.3 mi away

Ice & Roller Skating

Hamilton Ice Rink

Experience the thrill of ice skating, hockey and traditional curling on six dedicated sheets at this popular winter sports venue. Onsite catering available, with activities for juniors and beginners alike.

⭐ 4.7 9.4 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Hang on climbing

Scale vertical walls and test your skills at this indoor climbing centre where adventurous families can tackle challenging routes together in a safe, supervised environment.

⭐ 3.7 9.6 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Hamilton Water Palace

Aquatic adventure awaits with thrilling flumes, wave rapids and a gentle lazy river alongside a dedicated pirate-themed zone for little ones, plus full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout.

⭐ 3.7 9.7 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Palacerigg Country Park

Explore scenic woodland trails and an elevated treetop walkway, then visit the farm animals at this accessible Cumbernauld park perfect for families with pushchairs and four-legged friends.

⭐ 4.1 9.9 mi away

Paintball Centres

Bedlam Paintball

Experience action-packed paintball battles at this Cumbernauld venue, though families should note limited accessibility and facilities for very young children or wheelchair users.