To help you find your way around our site and answer any questions you may have, we have put together a list of frequently asked questions and answers. Hopefully you will find the answer to your questions here. If you don’t please contact us by clicking here.
Q1 What are the park opening times?
During the open season, the park is open daily 10:00 am - 5:30 pm.
Last admission 4:30 pm.
Q2 I am looking for a price for a coach booking?
We have discounted rates from coach groups of 15 people or more and you can now make a booking online. For details of our rates please click here.
Q3 Do you cater for Children's birthday parties?
Blair Drummond offers facilities for childrens birthday parties. Birthday parties are for children aged up to 10. Birthday parties must be pre booked. There is a minimum of 10 children per party. One free adult admitted per party, other adults £9.25.
Price per child is £13.50 and includes:
• entrance to the park for the day
• Choice of hot or cold menu plus soft drink & ice lolly
• party bag
• a free balloon and a visit from the Safari Mascot who will hand out the party bags
To book online click here.
Q4 What can we do at the park?
A visit to the Park combines a mixture of driving through animal reserves then parking and walking through Pets Farm, playing in one of the many adventure areas, taking in the Sea Lion shows and Falconry displays, taking the boat around Chimp Island, visiting Lemur Land and seeing all the other animals in the Park.
There is a designated BBQ area and various picnic sites around the Park. There is also a Restaurant with bar facilities, 2 snack bars selling sandwiches, tea/coffee, soft drinks, ice-cream etc.
We recommend at least 3-4 hrs to visit the Park but many of our visitors spend the whole day with us to take full benefit of all that we have to offer.
Sea lion & Bird of Prey times:
12:00, 1:30, 3:00, 4:30 (Sea Lions)
12:45, 2:15, 3:45 (Bird of Prey)
NB these times may vary so please check at the Park on the day of your visit
Q5 How safe is the drive through and do monkeys damage your car?
As the park no longer has monkeys there is very little risk of damage to your car. You must keep all windows closed whilst in the reserves.
Q6 What if I don't have transport?
If you arrive at the park by public transport we have a safari bus that can take you round the animal reserves free of charge. This facility is only for people who do not have their own transport.
Q7 Are convertable cars and pick up trucks allowed in the park?
Convertible cars and pickup trucks are not allowed in the Animal Reserves due to safety reasons. Safari Bus available to take occupants of convertibles and open topped trucks around the Animal Reserves.
Q8 Do you have a Risk Assessment?
Yes we do have a risk assessment that you can download from the website. To download a PDF version click here. (You will need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer to read this file).
If you require any other information please contact our office on 01786 841456.
Q9 What catering facilities are available?
We have BBQ facilities that are available every day free of charge. You cannot pre book BBQ's as they are provided on a first come first served basis each day.
Our restaurant provides a wide range of foods to cater for most tastes. They can provide for special diets if given enough notice. Please contact Donald directly at the restaurant on 01786 841430 for more information on booking group lunches and birthday parties.
Q10 Are gift vouchers available?
We offer Gift Vouchers, Season Tickets, Animal Adoptions, Bird of Prey Vouchers, Keeper for a Day and other animal experiences, .
For more information please contact our office on 01786 843109.
Q11 What age group is the park aimed at?
We have designed the park to be as accessible and enjoyable for all ages. There is plenty to do for both the young (pirate ships, dodgems, giant astra glide) and the slightly older (tea and scones, look at the animals, sea lion shows). It is a good day out for all the family and we think that you will not be disappointed.
Q12 Is there accommodation nearby?
We have a selection of hotels and other local attractions that we recommend. For more information on these please click here.
Q13 How do we get to the park?
We are an hour away from Edinburgh and Glasgow. Take junction 10 off the M9 and the park is well signed from there. To download a map please click here.
Q14 Are dogs allowed in the park and do you have Kennels?
Dogs are not allowed in the Park but we do provide kennels subject to a £1.00 refundable deposit. The kennels are situated on the right hand side before the Ticket Office.
Q15 Is there student discounts?
Discount for all students on production of a current marticulation card.
Q16 Are brochures available?
We have a full colour brochure that you can buy when you enter the park and at our shops. It costs £2.50 and gives information of the animals in the park and the history of the estate the park sits on.
Q17 Can you reserve picnic areas?
You cannot reserve picnic areas. The park is set in 120 acres so there is plenty of space for everyone. There are designated areas where you can lay a rug out on the grass or use one of our many picnic benches.
Q18 Are education packs available?
Education packs are available and can be downloaded here. Please note that you will need Adobe Reader installed on your computer.
Q19 What attractions are available and included in the ticket price?
Our main attractions are:
• Variety of animals
• Sea lion shows
• Falconry show
• Giant Astraglide
• Pirate ship
• Boat around chimp island
• Pets farm
• and many many more!
Q20 What animals are on show?
We have a wide variety of animals. For more information please click here.
Q21 Is there disabled access/facilities?
We have ample facilities for our disabled customers and wheel chair hire is available. There are also 3 baby changing facilities at the park.
Q22 Do you provide pictures of the animals?
Yes if you require pictures for both private and commercial use.
Q23 Do you accept credit cards?
Yes, all major credit cards (except American Express) are accepted. Cash back is available at the Ranch Kitchen.
Q24 Do you accept ASVA cards?
Yes, we accept 2 ASVA cards per vehicle (adult use only). Cannot be used in conjunction with any other voucher, promotion or offer.