Hamilton Palace Country Park
Hamilton Palace Country Park is a garden, park & outdoor in Lanarkshire, Scotland. Entry is free. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Free entry Nearby Chatelherault Country Park (South Lanarkshire Leisure) has free entry, an adventure play area for all ages and the Oaks Café. Parking charges not yet checked. |
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| Best time to go | Weekdays in term time; dry days. |
| School holiday tip | Late August is the sweet spot for English/Welsh visitors: Scottish schools are back by mid-August while England/Wales are still on holiday. Early July is the Scottish local peak, so go midweek. |
| Best ages | All ages |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Free entry; walk the woodland first. Bring a picnic. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source
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