It’s full steam ahead for fun on Father’s Day
IT’S Father’s Day this Sunday, so treat your father to a surprise on his special day by taking part in one of the many events being held across Scotland that offer fun for all the family.
There are plenty of things to do and get involved in, from themed outings, outdoor adventures and family-friendly activities to fabulous festivals.
Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway is hosting a special event showcasing steam trains and classic cars.
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The Edinburgh Festival of Cycling ends on Sunday, but there are still lots of activities to see and try.
Take part in a guided ride along the waterways of the capital and break your journey at the Water of Leith Conservation Trust’s Visitor Centre.
Brush up on your mountain biking skills and learn top tips and tricks at an educational session at Liberton High School in south Edinburgh.
Enjoy food, live music, prize giveaways, challenges and more at the family-friendly event, Backflips, Breakbeats and Burgers, at Skelf Bikepark near Holyrood Park.
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Join an afternoon charity event for family fun, entertainment, a bouncy castle, crazy golf and more at a Father’s Day Fun Day at Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton.
Food will be available, including beefburgers and kebabs, and drinks will also be on sale.
Youngsters can enjoy indoor activities including cartoons, face painting, glitter tattoos and hair braiding, stalls, workshops, and cake decorating, or they can enjoy the great outoors with bungee trampolines, giant deck chairs, a ball pool and a sponsored walk. st-andrews-hospice.com/event/fathers-day-fun-day-18-june-2017
Get ready for a herd of elephants, tower of giraffes, pride of lions, band of gorillas and more to charge into town on June 23.
They are set to invade Hamilton as part of The BIG Stampede wild art event, which brings together businesses, artists and schools to create a sculpture trail throughout the town.
This free public event showcases local artistic talent and will raise awareness and funds for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity. Come along for a fun and exciting day out. Explore more at
thebigstampede.co.uk
Head to Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum for Frank Quitely: The Art of Comics, a fantastic exhibition which brings your favourite superheroes to life, including Batman, Superman and the X-Men.
The exhibition will be the largest collection of work by Coatbridge-born comic book legend Mark Millar.
Alongside comic art there will be the chance to draw a comic page or create your own superhero costume, as well as photo opportunities with Superman flying overhead.
The event will run until October 1.
events.glasgowlife.org.uk/event/1/frank-quitelythe-art-of-comics
If you’re a golfer, you simply won’t want to miss out on the golf tournaments and events taking place at across Scotland in July and August.
As the home of golf, Scotland has world-class courses, from Royal Troon to Trump Turnberry and Muirfield to Castle Stuart, hosting events including the AAM Scottish Open, Boys Amateur Championship, Alfred Dunhill Links Championship and more.
These events include some of Scotland’s most spectacular scenery to enjoy at the same time. Find out more at
visitscotland.com/see-do/active/golf/tournaments/