Things to do & places to visit in East Dunbartonshire, United Kingdom

East Dunbartonshire #93 destination in United Kingdom 2023. The average rating score is 4.45 based on 725 traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: Europe/London, current date and time: Monday, May 06, 2024, 5:00.

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General weather summary in May

54°F - 45°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Cold and breezy

Feels like

22%

Chance of rain

67.0 millimeters

Amount

15.9 mph

Wind speed

80%

Humidity

16.3

Daylight length

4:58 AM

Sunrise

9:14 PM

Sunset

42%

Cloud cover

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Top things to do (22)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Balmore Golf Club (17 reviews)
- Hidden gem
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Golf Courses

The phrase "hidden gem" is over-used, but it really is appropriate for Balmore, a friendly club tucked away in a rural setting a few miles west of Kirkintilloch. Every hole is different, with prominent features being tiered tees, a menacing stream, uphill/downhill fairways and well-placed bunkers. A photogenic course, my camera did overtime, particularly on the par 3s. Although not over-long, with no par 5s, 6 par 3s and only 3 par 4s over 400 yards from the yellow tees, Balmore is no pushover and was incredibly good value at £11 on an Internet Teeofftimes voucher in March 2015, with seventeen summer greens in play. (The daunting par 3 11th had a temporary green due to major bunker work being done on the right bank of the plateau green.) I managed to play to my handicap (21) with a nett 66, which added to a very pleasant golfing experience. Highly recommended. See more..
5.0 McGinley's Bar (3 reviews)
- Great wee pub
Monday: 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM Bars & Clubs

Love this pub, nice atmosphere, friendly staff, great entertainment at the weekends and lovely wee beer garden downstairs See more..
5.0 West Highland Wheels (3 reviews)
- MTB trip - Milngavie-Drymen-Aberfoyle-Trossachs-Inversnaid
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Gear Rentals

West Highland Wheels offer a bike hire service for the West Highland Way. West Highland Wheels can place a bike for you at the start of the route in Milngavie, Glasgow and we will collect it from you in Drymen once you have cycled the first leg of the West Highland Way. Jump start your West Highland Way trip and hire a bike from West Highland Wheels. How it works: 1. Book your bike online 2. Receive location and code to unlock your bike at Milngavie Station 3. Leave and lock your bike in Drymen We love adventure at West Highland Wheels. Contact us if you want bikes dropped off and collected at other locations. We'll be happy to help assist you plan an adventure. See more..
5.0 Bearsden War Memorial (3 reviews)
- Poignant
Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues

The Bearsden War Memorial features a sorrowful, but magnificent bronze sculpture surmounting a tabled square column. The sculpture is of a standing angel supporting and holding in her arms, a dying youth. An interesting feature of the pillar is the laurel wreath represented by a bronze band around the upper part. The pillar is about 5 metres high, but the bottom half is filled with plaques for the roll of honour and dedication, which is a sad reminder of the sheer number of soldiers from Bearsden who died. See more..
5.0 Lenzie Moss (2 reviews)
- Pleasant Walk Around Old Peat Bogs
Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Lenzie Moss is a local nature reserve and preserved peat land. The area used to be exploited for peat, and there's even the remains of a building that was used for the local peat industry. There's a circuit trail around the entire reserve that takes you through woodlands and bog land. The circular route is mostly flat through a mixed of paved, gravel and raised wooden tracks. The woodlands portion of the walk is pretty interesting. That part feels so densely covered in tress that it almost feels like you're out in the wilds somewhere. A pleasant nature walk that would take about 40 minutes, . See more..
5.0 West Highland Way Car Park (2 reviews)
- Car parking for the West Highland Way
Hiking Trails

Car Parking for walkers of the West Highland Way See more..
5.0 Bishopbriggs War Memorial (1 review)
- For the Fallen
Monuments & Statues

This is a war memorial dedicated to the men of Bishopbriggs who died fighting in the two world wars. It’s a standard Celtic style cross and has raised bosses on the arm and stem of the cross. The front has a dedication. The back of the memorial has a beautiful dedication taken from the poem “For the Fallen” by Laurence Binyon. The memorial is located opposite the railway station and is worth a look if in Bishopbriggs. See more..
5.0 Kirkintilloch War Memorial (1 review)
- Monumental
Monuments & Statues

The monument forms a gated entrance to Peel Park. The gate is monumental in size and covered in a facade of pale blue marble panels The outer part of the gate has four bronze plaques dedicated to WWI, which gate facing the park has two plaques for WWII. See more..
5.0 Balmore Golf Club (17 reviews)
- Hidden gem
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Golf Courses

The phrase "hidden gem" is over-used, but it really is appropriate for Balmore, a friendly club tucked away in a rural setting a few miles west of Kirkintilloch. Every hole is different, with prominent features being tiered tees, a menacing stream, uphill/downhill fairways and well-placed bunkers. A photogenic course, my camera did overtime, particularly on the par 3s. Although not over-long, with no par 5s, 6 par 3s and only 3 par 4s over 400 yards from the yellow tees, Balmore is no pushover and was incredibly good value at £11 on an Internet Teeofftimes voucher in March 2015, with seventeen summer greens in play. (The daunting par 3 11th had a temporary green due to major bunker work being done on the right bank of the plateau green.) I managed to play to my handicap (21) with a nett 66, which added to a very pleasant golfing experience. Highly recommended. See more..
5.0 McGinley's Bar (3 reviews)
- Great wee pub
Monday: 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM Bars & Clubs

Love this pub, nice atmosphere, friendly staff, great entertainment at the weekends and lovely wee beer garden downstairs See more..
5.0 West Highland Wheels (3 reviews)
- MTB trip - Milngavie-Drymen-Aberfoyle-Trossachs-Inversnaid
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Gear Rentals

West Highland Wheels offer a bike hire service for the West Highland Way. West Highland Wheels can place a bike for you at the start of the route in Milngavie, Glasgow and we will collect it from you in Drymen once you have cycled the first leg of the West Highland Way. Jump start your West Highland Way trip and hire a bike from West Highland Wheels. How it works: 1. Book your bike online 2. Receive location and code to unlock your bike at Milngavie Station 3. Leave and lock your bike in Drymen We love adventure at West Highland Wheels. Contact us if you want bikes dropped off and collected at other locations. We'll be happy to help assist you plan an adventure. See more..
5.0 Bearsden War Memorial (3 reviews)
- Poignant
Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues

The Bearsden War Memorial features a sorrowful, but magnificent bronze sculpture surmounting a tabled square column. The sculpture is of a standing angel supporting and holding in her arms, a dying youth. An interesting feature of the pillar is the laurel wreath represented by a bronze band around the upper part. The pillar is about 5 metres high, but the bottom half is filled with plaques for the roll of honour and dedication, which is a sad reminder of the sheer number of soldiers from Bearsden who died. See more..
4.5 Mugdock Country Park (308 reviews)
- Great Country Park & Walking Trails
Parks

A great country path with many walking paths through mainly woodlands terrain. The park is so large and I’ve walked here many times, no two walks are ever the same. Inside the country park are also Craigend Castle, Mugdock Castle and Mugdock Loch. See more..
4.5 West Highland Way (72 reviews)
- Brilliant week.
Hiking Trails

This was an eye feast from start to finish. I just loved the grueling week. We got brilliant weather, a drizzle on two days - the rest of the time the weather was great. I have to say I was very sad coming back on the bus from Fort William. I some places a few more marking posts would have been comforting - particularly on the last day but on the whole the experience was excellent. My biggest gripe is that I booked into hotels every 15 or so miles and some of these were a rip off. However, other hotels were excellent. See more..
4.5 Milngavie Reservoirs (55 reviews)
- Nice Easy Walk
Nature & Wildlife Areas

The Milngavie Reservoirs is a popular place for Glaswegians looking to get outside of the city for countryside walks. We usually just start the walk at the western side of Mugdock Reservoir where there is a car park. Then follow the footpath round to Craigmaddie Reservoir, around the Water Treatment Works before returning to the car park, which takes about an hour. The paths also take you through attractive woodlands to complement the views across the reservoir and countryside. The area is quite exposed and windy, even on a sunny day. See more..
4.5 Antonine Wall Bearsden Bath House (28 reviews)
- Fascinating Glimpse of Roman Life
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins

If you’re looking for a tour guide, booklets or a gift shop, boy are you going to be disappointed. It’s all in the open air and, apart from helpful pictures and brief descriptions on site, nothing to pander to creature comforts. (Although there are a number of pubs, cafes and restaurants a short walk away at Bearsden Cross). But part of it’s charm is the lack of concessions. You have complete freedom to wander where you want and dally where you will. It’s not a large site but is packed with the foundations of a number of buildings and is a fascinating insight into the level of sophistication which existed many centuries ago. See more..
4.5 Delta Force Paintball - East Glasgow (28 reviews)
- Great way to celebrate
Monday: 9:15 AM - 4:30 PM Spent More than 3 hours Game & Entertainment Centers

Are you looking for the best value paintball experience in the UK? Planning a stag do, a hen weekend or a kids’ party? Delta Force Paintball prides itself on being accessible to everyone, and guests as young as 8* years old can enjoy high quality paintball days at affordable prices – guaranteed. With over 30 UK Paintball Centres, movie-set quality game zones and a celebrity fan following, you won't find a better place to play paintball in the UK. See more..
4.5 Kilmardinny Loch (27 reviews)
- Tranquil location
Bodies of Water

We have moved into Bearsden over a year now and our house is 10 minutes walk away. Beautiful and safe park with easy access for walks in the middle of Bearsden residential area. Good for singles, couples, families young and old and dogs owners for short or long visits. Clean and easy to walk footpath around the loch. Meet friendly people always. Enjoyed the experience on every visit and will continue to visit in all weather See more..
4.5 Auld Kirk Museum (26 reviews)
- Recent visit
Spent < 1 hour History Museums

Popped into this tiny museum in the Cowgate in Kirkintilloch close to the library at the end of the street. It might be small but what an interesting place. An interesting collection from home and abroad. Currently with an exhibition about WWW1. The Auld Kirk is the oldest building in Kirkintilloch, built in 1644. Admission is free and the museum is open Tues – Sat 10am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm. Closed Sun , Mon. Temporary exhibitions throughout the year. Small car park at the back of the building. Small shop in the museum selling various gifts at very reasonable price. Would definitely recommend a visit if you are in the area. Very helpful staff too. See more..
4.5 Kirkintilloch Rangers Supporter's Club (22 reviews)
- Top marks to all staff
Monday: 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM Bars & Clubs

Visited here 28th may, just after area on level 2 Four of us shown straight to a table, even though fairly busy. Food excellent, lots of new dishes since our last visit. This chef has real imagination, dishes like Kiatsui curry, tachos Vietnam, and all the old favourites. All very well presented. The young lady who served us, was very polite and pleasant. Thouroughly enjoyed our visit. Will return next week. Well worth a visit for anyone. See more..
4.5 Lenzie Golf Club (14 reviews)
- Good Golf Course with very fri newly members and staff.
Monday: Golf Courses

Lennie Golf Club is a very nice golf course in excellent condition. Som hols are trick , and the greens are excellent. Jim, the club professional, is very good and all the members are very welcoming. The restaurant/bar area is very nice and the food is excellent . If you are looking to join a golf course I would recommend Lenzie, even if you are a novice, as they offer a great novice package. See more..
4.5 Mugdock Makkers Arts and Crafts Gallery (7 reviews)
- Well Worth a Visit
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops

Mugdock Makkers is a group of Artists and Crafts People who display and sell their own work in the Gallery in the Courtyard at Mugdock Country Park. All the work is handmade and Makkers demonstrate their work in the Gallery on Saturdays and Sundays. The Gallery is open every day, except Christmas & New Years days 11am to 5pm in the summer/11am to 4pm once the clocks have gone back for the winter. See more..
4.5 Prescott Bridge (3 reviews)
- Prescott Bridge
Bridges • Monuments & Statues

Peaceful flat walk along a clear solid path. Listening to the Allander Water. Look out for Otters and pay respect to Jim’s memorial plaque.. See more..
4.5 Mugdock Castle (3 reviews)
- Beautiful location
Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

Went up later in the evening to watch the sunsetting and the castle looked amazing. Was up earlier in the week and was busy with filming in the castle for something. Interesting place. See more..
4.5 Mugdock Country Park (308 reviews)
- Great Country Park & Walking Trails
Parks

A great country path with many walking paths through mainly woodlands terrain. The park is so large and I’ve walked here many times, no two walks are ever the same. Inside the country park are also Craigend Castle, Mugdock Castle and Mugdock Loch. See more..
4.5 West Highland Way (72 reviews)
- Brilliant week.
Hiking Trails

This was an eye feast from start to finish. I just loved the grueling week. We got brilliant weather, a drizzle on two days - the rest of the time the weather was great. I have to say I was very sad coming back on the bus from Fort William. I some places a few more marking posts would have been comforting - particularly on the last day but on the whole the experience was excellent. My biggest gripe is that I booked into hotels every 15 or so miles and some of these were a rip off. However, other hotels were excellent. See more..
4.5 Milngavie Reservoirs (55 reviews)
- Nice Easy Walk
Nature & Wildlife Areas

The Milngavie Reservoirs is a popular place for Glaswegians looking to get outside of the city for countryside walks. We usually just start the walk at the western side of Mugdock Reservoir where there is a car park. Then follow the footpath round to Craigmaddie Reservoir, around the Water Treatment Works before returning to the car park, which takes about an hour. The paths also take you through attractive woodlands to complement the views across the reservoir and countryside. The area is quite exposed and windy, even on a sunny day. See more..
4.5 Antonine Wall Bearsden Bath House (28 reviews)
- Fascinating Glimpse of Roman Life
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins

If you’re looking for a tour guide, booklets or a gift shop, boy are you going to be disappointed. It’s all in the open air and, apart from helpful pictures and brief descriptions on site, nothing to pander to creature comforts. (Although there are a number of pubs, cafes and restaurants a short walk away at Bearsden Cross). But part of it’s charm is the lack of concessions. You have complete freedom to wander where you want and dally where you will. It’s not a large site but is packed with the foundations of a number of buildings and is a fascinating insight into the level of sophistication which existed many centuries ago. See more..
4.5 Delta Force Paintball - East Glasgow (28 reviews)
- Great way to celebrate
Monday: 9:15 AM - 4:30 PM Spent More than 3 hours Game & Entertainment Centers

Are you looking for the best value paintball experience in the UK? Planning a stag do, a hen weekend or a kids’ party? Delta Force Paintball prides itself on being accessible to everyone, and guests as young as 8* years old can enjoy high quality paintball days at affordable prices – guaranteed. With over 30 UK Paintball Centres, movie-set quality game zones and a celebrity fan following, you won't find a better place to play paintball in the UK. See more..
4.5 Kilmardinny Loch (27 reviews)
- Tranquil location
Bodies of Water

We have moved into Bearsden over a year now and our house is 10 minutes walk away. Beautiful and safe park with easy access for walks in the middle of Bearsden residential area. Good for singles, couples, families young and old and dogs owners for short or long visits. Clean and easy to walk footpath around the loch. Meet friendly people always. Enjoyed the experience on every visit and will continue to visit in all weather See more..