Overview
Barshaw Park is in Paisley and is the biggest park in Renfrewshire, with lots of amenities for families, children and dogs.
History of Barshaw Park
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.
The Walled Garden
The Walled Garden is home to beautiful plants, flowers and trees. It’s cared for by the Friends of Barshaw Park volunteers.
Location
Address
Address and postcode
Barshaw Park
176A Glasgow Road
Paisley
PA1 3LT
Golf course - summer opening times
Golf course - winter opening times
Getting here
Barshaw Park is located on Glasgow Road and can be accessed by car or public transport.
There are several entrances to the park:
- 2 entrances from Glasgow Road
- 1 entrance on Arkleston Road
- 1 entrance from Blairmore Avenue off Oldhall Road.
Parking
There is free parking at Barshaw Park and on nearby streets.
Features
- Children’s playgrounds There are two children’s playgrounds - Laura's Playpark and Robinia Playpark. The play areas are easily accessible to visitors as they are near the Glasgow Road entrances to the park.
- Walled garden Cared for by the Friends of Barshaw Park, the walled garden is home to beautiful plants, flowers and trees.
- Outdoor exercise equipment The outdoor exercise equipment is close to the play areas and is available for everyone to use.
- BMX course The BMX course is free to use all year round. The track will soon be upgraded to a concrete pump track but will remain free to use all year round.
- Cafe Food and refreshments are available within the park.
- Golf course This 18-hole golf course is located next to Barshaw Park and is open all year round.
- Model railway The model railway operates during the summer months only.
- Barshaw Park Pond The pond is used regularly by the Paisley Model Yacht Club (PMYC).
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible swings There are wheelchair accessible swings in the play areas.
- Walking routes The walking routes are tarmac and there are some hilly areas within the park.
Volunteering
Friends of Barshaw Park is a group of volunteers who work to protect and improve Barshaw Park.
They run a range of activities and events throughout the year with the aim of making Barshaw Park a fun, welcoming and accessible park for everyone.