A series of 'taster sessions' are to be held within the Activity Zone of a new £5.7 million woodland park in Rutherglen.

The facility at Cuningar Loop is the result of a 'unique and innovative' partnership between the Forestry Commission Scotland and Clyde Gateway.

A total of 15 hectares of former waste and scrub land has been converted.

The new park is also set to feature an extensive paths network, a boardwalk that runs along the River Clyde, picnic areas, sculptures, a large meadow and an outdoor classroom.


A new pedestrian bridge linking directly to the Athletes' Village in Dalmarnock on the Glasgow side of the River Clyde will also be developed.

The full opening of the park will not take place until Spring 2016.

Project Manager for Cuningar Loop, Joneen Clarke, said: "Cuningar Loop is a really exciting Legacy 2014 project that has been in development for the last three years. It's looking fantastic. Every day it looks less like a construction site and more like a woodland park. The Activity Zone is now complete. That's why we're opening the gates to hold three events."

The taster events will start on 23 August when residents are invited to try the bike skills park before Scotland's first bouldering area opens on 30 August.

On 20 September, the public will have the chance to experience the adventure play area.

The events will run from noon to 4pm each day.

(LM)