Strathclyde which county

Strathclyde was formed by amalgamating the traditional Scottish counties of Ayrshire, Argyll, County of Bute, Dunbartonshire, Lanarkshire and Renfrewshire. These were incorporated in their entirety with the exception of areas of Argyll north of the Sound of Mull, which went into Highland Region.

The regions formed in were the upper tier of a two tier local authority system. Most regions were divided into a number of district council areas, and Strathclyde was divided into no fewer than 19 districts, organised within 6 sub-regions, five of which were based on the county areas Strathclyde replaced.

Archives and records. District Councils Before the establishment of South Lanarkshire Council in , the area was served by four district councils: Clydesdale East Kilbride Glasgow Hamilton The records of these district councils have been kept and are available for research.

Clydesdale District Council, which was known as Lanark District Council until , include: Council minutes Community Council files East Kilbride District Council include: Council minutes Provost's Office records district court records Chief Executive's files financial records building control records The records of Glasgow District Council, which incorporated Rutherglen and Cambuslang, are held by Glasgow City Archives. We are proud to be a licensed outdoor activity centre and cater for water activities for both family fun and for the enthusiast.

Why don't you bring the kids along to the park to enjoy our popular great valued Funboats On the loch we have; bumper boats, pedalos, Canadian canoes, ocean kayaks, speedboat trips and waterwalkerz - all of which are sure to keep the kids amused.

We also offer a great valued '5 Activity Wristband' for both adults and children allowing for hours of fun on our pedalos, bumper boats, Canadian canoes, kayaks and speedboat trip. We cater for the following watersport activities at the park; rowing, sailing, kayaking, powerboat handling and windsurfing. Craft are available to hire, or you may bring your own if you prefer. Interested in undertaking a watersports course?

We have our own watersports instructor who can provide his expertise in the necessary skills, all in accordance with the standards laid down by the sports' national governing bodies. We offer courses in; sailing, kayaking, powerboat handling and windsurfing. Have a look at our 'What's On' guide to see what activities and events are planned at Strathclyde Country Park. Enquiries from anyone wishing to organise an event, charitable, commercial or private , will be met with helpful advice and co-operation from the park's knowledgeable and experienced staff or leisure professionals, with the full support of the resources of North Lanarkshire Council's Environmental Services.

The Waterfront Cafe at the park is situated on the first floor of our Watersports Centre overlooking Strathclyde Loch. For more information on opening times and for the cafe menu visit the Waterfront Cafe page. At Strathclyde Country Park we have well appointed training conference and business meeting facilities situated in our Watersports Centre, comfortably accommodating up to 50 participants in a stimulating learning environment with stunning views over Strathclyde Loch.

Strathclyde Country Park is accessible by public transport and a bus stop is situated at the Motherwell entrance to the park. If making your way by train please alight at either Motherwell or Airbles Road stations from where you can either walk, take a bus or taxi to the park.

It is advised that timetable directions be sought before travelling. For patrons who are travelling to the park by car there are numerous car parks within the park with in excess of 3, spaces available.

We endeavour to ensure that Strathclyde Country Park is accessible to all of our visitors and have developed an access statement for both our park and Watersports Centre for those who may have accessibility issues to assist when planning your visit. Strathclyde Country Park offers; accessible toilets, changing place facilities, accessible bike hire, accessible boat rides, step free walking routes and ample seating throughout the park.

For further details on the accessibility of our park please read our access statements below or contact our reception where our team will be happy to help with your enquiry. October to March Saturday to Thursday 9am - 4.