Whitelee events and clubs

Find out about events and clubs at Whitelee.

Whitelee events

Discover the exciting events and activities programme delivered by the Whitelee Countryside Rangers throughout the year for adults, children and families. We also support a number of events delivered by charities and others. Our events are listed in the table below, or you can take a look at our event guide:  Whitelee Countryside Ranger Events Guide 2023 (PDF) [609KB] (opens new window)

All ranger-hosted events are free, while those delivered by others may involve a registration or entry fee.

How to book:

Bookings for each event (unless listed as a drop-in event) will only open 1 month in advance of each event.

Please contact the Whitelee Countryside Ranger Service:

Phone: 0141 614 0962

Email: whitelee-crs@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk 

Title

Date

Time

Location

Details

Key information

Egg 'n' Roll

Sun 9 April

1pm-4pm

Whitelee Visitor Centre

Get hopping to Whitelee for an afternoon of Easter madness. This is your chance to show off your eggspert rolling skills in our annual egg roll and smash! Bring a boiled egg if you can!

  • Drop-in event
  • Suitable for families
  • Bring waterproofs

Take a Hike Through History

Sun 30 April

1pm-4pm

Whitelee Visitor Centre

Explore beautiful Lochgoin and its surrounds and learn some local history too. From Bronze age artefacts to hillfort defences and from persecuted witches to hunted covenanters, there's much more to Whitelee than just wind! Approx. 7 miles.

  • Booking essential
  • Bring waterproofs
  • Dogs welcome

Valley WalkFest - Return to Whitelee's Secret Forest

Sun 14 May

10am-12noon

Ardochrig

Join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers to explore one of their favourite walks in the windfarm, taking in the sights and sounds of the peaceful and picturesque Cleughearn Forest. If we're quiet enough, we might even see some of our more elusive wildlife along the way. This walk will be a mix of windfarm tracks, and some off-track sections over some soft ground. Approx. 3 miles.

  • Booking essential
  • Suitable for families
  • Bring waterproofs

Free The Trees Action Day

Sat 20 May

10am-3pm

Ardochrig

Join the Rangers for a day of action, freeing now-mature trees from their tree tubes. All tools, gloves and refreshments provided. Task will involve a walk to and from the site, uneven ground conditions, and there will be no toilet access.

  • Booking essential
  • Bring waterproofs
  • Bring lunch

Summer Solstice Saunter

Wed 21 June

9pm-11pm

Whitelee Visitor Centre

Watch the last rays of the sun disappear on the longest day from Blackwood Hill Viewpoint.
Hot drinks & goodies provided. Approx. 3 miles.

  • Booking essential
  • Bring a torch
  • Families welcome
  • Bring waterproofs

Big Butterfly Count

Fri 28 July

1pm-3pm

TBC

Join the Rangers and get involved in the Big
Butterfly Count to help us record our winged visitors, whilst brushing up on your ID skills.

  • Booking essential
  • Suitable for families
  • Bring waterproofs

Ranger Day Ramble

Mon 31 July

9.30am-3pm

TBC

Celebrate World Ranger Day by exploring the Windfarm with the Whitelee Ranger crew. Approx. 11 miles.

  • Booking essential
  • Bring lunch
  • Dogs welcome
  • Bring waterproofs

Put Pedal to the Metal

Sat 12 Aug

11am-2pm

Ardochrig

Feeling inspired by the UCI Cycling World Champs?  Sign up for some wheelie good fun with a Ranger-led cycle through the Windfarm. We'll start at Ardochrig, tackle some wee hills and stop for lunch to admire the views and our hard work!

  • Booking essential
  • Bring lunch
  • Bring waterproofs

Willow Wonders

Sun 17 Sept

TBC

Whitelee Visitor Centre

Get crafty with us and a professional willow weaver. More details closer to the time.

  • Booking essential
  • Bring waterproofs

Autumn Equinox Amble

Sat 23 Sept

6pm-9pm

Ardochrig

When daytime equals night-time - a good walk to Corse Hill to see the sunset on the first day of Autumn. Grab a cuppa before heading back again. Approx. 6 miles.

  • Booking essential
  • Bring a torch
  • Dogs welcome
  • Bring waterproofs

Orienteering Quest

Mon 16 Oct

11am-3pm

Whitelee Visitor Centre

Assemble your team and test your map skills on one of our orienteering challenges this October Break.

  • Drop-in event
  • Suitable for families
  • Bring waterproofs

Auld Hallows Eve

Fri 27 Oct

6.30pm-8.30pm

Whitelee Visitor Centre

Prepare to be scared at Whitelee this Halloween. Take part in our gruesome games and dare to join us for a walk on the dark side...who knows what might be lurking there?!

  • Drop-in event 
  • Suitable for families
  • Bring waterproofs

Nae Fireworks Night

Sun 5t Nov

5pm-11pm

Whitelee Visitor Centre

Escape the fireworks with the dog(s) and head to Whitelee for our huge firework-free nights. Check social media closer to the time for updates.

  • Drop-in event 
  • Bring a torch
  • Suitable for families
  • Dogs welcome
  • Bring waterproofs

Feed the Birds

 

Sun 19 Nov

1pm-3pm

Whitelee Visitor Centre

Have a hoot whilst getting the birds in your garden ready for winter. Make your very own bird feeder for your feathery friends. Im-peck-able!

  • Drop-in event
  • Suitable for families
  • Bring waterproofs

 

Key Information:

  • Please read the specific event information for each activity for additional details and/or things to bring.
  • All children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Please wear/bring suitable outdoor clothing and footwear. Prepare for changeable weather.
  • All published distances and finish times are approximate and subject to change.
  • Dogs are welcome on most events, but some may not be suitable for them. Please contact the Countryside Rangers about bringing your dog to an event which isn't marked as 'dog friendly'.
  • Please contact WCRS for directions to event meeting points.
  • Please aim to arrive 5 minutes before the  published event start time.
  • If you book an event but then can't make it, please let us know ASAP so that we can fill your space(s).
  • We occasionally take photos during our events for use in promotional materials but you have a right to refuse. In accordance with general data protection regulations (GDPR) if we do wish to take photos we will request your permission and provide a photo consent form.

Whitelee clubs

Boggy beasties club logo

Bookings for our Boggy Beasties Summer Club will open on 1st June 2023

Book your kids into our free fun-filled 'Boggy Beasties' summer club and keep them active through the summer.

The club is for 6-12 year olds and runs every Wednesday for 4 weeks, during the summer holidays. We have morning sessions 10.30am-12noon for 6-8 year olds, and afternoon sessions 1.30pm-3.00pm for 9-12 year olds.

Children can be left for some activities, but some sessions may require adult accompaniment.

All sessions will meet at the Whitelee Ranger Cabin, located near the Whitelee Visitor Centre. 

Full details will be given at time of booking or closer to the event. Spaces are limited.

To book contact the Countryside Rangers

Title

Date

Details

Wildlife Detectives

Wed 12 July

Calling all wildlife sleuths - can you help the Rangers solve the mysterious wildlife crime using your detective skills?

Map Masters

Wed 19 July

Learn how to read a basic map and then find the location of the treasure.

Creepy Crawlies (6-8 years)

Wed 26 July (AM)

Get your nets and magnifying glasses at the ready as we get up close and personal with the creepy crawlies of Whitelee.

Bird Box Build (9-12 years)

Wed 26 July (PM)

Give nature a helping hand and test your woodwork skills at the same time, by building your very own bird box.

Fire Fun

Wed 2 Aug

Ignite your inner explorer and learn how to safely use fire. Marshmallow toasting afterwards for all intrepid fire starters!

Muddy monsters logo

Muddy Monsters is our pre-school club for children between 2 to 5 years old and their adults.

The aim of the group is to get young children and their adults outside enjoying nature through games, stories and play with each session covering a different theme.

The group meet on the second Thursday of each month (March-December) from 1pm to 2pm at the Whitelee Visitor Centre. 

To book contact the Countryside Rangers. Bookings for each Muddy Monsters session will only open 1 month in advance.

 

 

Last modified on 27 March 2023