Beecraigs Country Park has many facilities for hire such as barbecues, room hire, group activities and a secure dog area.
BBQ hire - We apologise but currently we are unable to offer the hire of the BBQ facilities within the Country Parks. We will keep this under review and should the situation change, we will update the web site accordingly.
The Park offers beautiful woodland walks, picnic areas with seating and a barbeque facility. Whilst visiting the park why not have a barbeque with your group.
The barbeque unit, tables, seats and bins are provided for hire and sessions run daily April to October.
The barbeque facility is available from 10:00-13:30 and 13:45-17:15. Evening BBQ sessions are currently not available
Disposable barbecues are allowed on the Country Park's designated picnic table stands only - Please note that small groups of less than 10 persons with disposable barbecues, can make use of two picnic tables adjacent to Balvormie car park that have metal plates attached to them, on the condition that they place their BBQ on the metal plate, extinguish their disposable BBQ after use and place the cold BBQ and all refuse in Park bins. No other BBQs are allowed within the Park due to the high fire risk.
Alternatively picnic tables are available to use at the Lochside car park, Balvormie car park and play area.
Barbecue facilities are also available for hire at Almondell & Calderwood Country Park and (contact Almondell Visitor Centre on 01506 882254 to enquire about both Almondell and Polkemmet BBQs).
Barbecue Cost and booking details
From 1 April 2023
Barbecue Booking Fee per session - £30.45
Barbecue - mid week rate for 15 or less persons - £22.80
Payment must be made at least two weeks before your BBQ date and a permit will be issued.
Rules of use do apply and can be viewed below.
Maximum number of 50 persons per BBQ pit
Abide by Parks & Woodland's Management Rules, including no undue disturbance/annoyance to other Park users or which interferes with their peaceful enjoyment of the countryside.
Ensure planned activities during visit are approved by the Country Park in advance
Consumption of alcohol by over 18's only is allowed within the barbecue areas by those issued with the appropriate permit
Responsible adults (over 18's) must be in attendance throughout the booking to supervise the group
Booking fees are non-returnable. Alternative dates within the current season are not given due to adverse weather conditions
The barbecue facility is available from 10am to 9pm, Monday to Sunday inclusive. For the opening and closing dates of this facility please contact the Visitor Centre of the respective Country Park
Barbecue groups must not leave any litter or rubbish within the Country Park, except in the receptacles specifically provided for use of the barbecue sites. Groups must make prior arrangement to remove any excess refuse. Failure to do so will result in an additional charge of £20 per hour for additional maintenance services
Only charcoal should be used on the barbecue units. Groups must bring with them charcoal, firelighters, matches, aluminium foil, tools, etc. as required. It is recommended that you allow approximately 5 kilos of charcoal per 25 persons. Allow 1 hour before starting to cook. This will avoid tainting of food from the fire lighting agent. Gas barbecues are not permitted
Hot coals must be left within the firebox. Never put hot coals into litter bins or onto the ground
Disposable barbecues can be used on the metal stands placed on designated picnic tables
For safety reasons, gazebos and tents are not permitted
Extra litter bags are available from the Visitor Centres
Other Hires available
Within Beecraigs there is a Target Archery Range / Dog Secure Area that can be hired out. Unfortunately at present the Sutherland Building, which houses a classroom facility with available toilets remains closed to hires.
From 1 April 2024
Hire
Cost
Group Hire of Target Archery Range
£19.30 per hour
Individual Hire of Target Archery Course
£8.65 per hour (charges for competitions available on request)
Group Hire Pioneering Course
£19.30 per hour
Secure Dog Area
Commercial club/group hire (max 6 dogs) £19.30 per hour
Public use (max 2 dogs) £8.65 per hour with extra dogs charged at £2 per head per hour
Telephone 01506 284516 for further information or to enquire on availability.
Group Activities, Events & Information
Please consult with Park staff well in advance before arranging any group activities and events within the Country Park. You may need to provide additional information in advance and permission may be required. If permission is required for your planned activity/event, it is advised that you seek to have permission in place at least 8 weeks before the activity/event takes place. Please note that where such activities and events require additional services or use of Park facilities, charges may be applicable.
Secure Dog Area
Popular at Beecraigs is the Secure Dog Area, where you can exercise your dog in an enclosed space. Perfect for training or practicing recall with your furry friend! Charges for hire apply. Secure Dog Area
We apologise but currently we are unable to offer the hire of the BBQ facilities within the Country Parks. We will keep this under review and should the situation change, we will update the web site accordingly.
