Barshaw Park

About Barshaw Park

	Barshaw Park Glasgow Road, Paisley PA1
	03003000380
	Barshaw Park Website

Listed Under Attractions - Gardens and Parks

In the early years of the 20th century, Paisley Burgh Council was looking for a site for a park which would be suitable for use by the public for recreational purposes. Extensive grounds at Barshaw, which covered some 55 acres, were bought from the Arthur family in December 1911. The Arthur family was well known in Paisley and owned several firms in Glasgow. Work was carried out on the park to bring it up to a suitable standard before its official opening on 15 June 1912.

Today, you can use the following facilities for free:

• model traffic area
• nature corner
• play areas - including equipment for special needs
• walled garden
• crazy golf and putting. You will need to bring your own equipment for this.

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Upcoming Events at Barshaw Park

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Barshaw Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

Barshaw Park, Paisley

Barshaw Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Barshaw Park, Paisley!

Family and Kids

Big Kid Circus: Paisley

10th October 2025 - 19th October 2025

Barshaw Park, Paisley

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show Kingdom Of Kong! Catch them at Paisley's Barshaw Park between Friday 10th and Sunday 19th October!

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