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.
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Almondell and Calderwood Barbeque Pit is just 5 minutes from the Visitor Centre, close to the riverside path, toilets and play area. Location can be seen on the map[588KB].
From 1 April 2023
Barbecue Booking Fee per session - £30.45
Barbecue - mid week rate for 15 or less persons - £22.80
Rules of use do apply and can be viewed below.
Booking Conditions and Rules of Use
Offers made in response to this enquiry will be sent by e-mail to the address given below.
Online offers will be held open for 24 hours and will be cancelled unless paid at time of confirmation
All Bookings are subject to the Barbecue Rules of Use
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
