M&D's theme park to host daily dinosaur show this summer
The 'How to Train Your Velociraptor' show will be held at 12.30pm, 3.30pm, and 5pm daily, with special appearances throughout the day.
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For a more interactive experience, the Ranger Academy will offer families tracking, observation, and safety missions.
Ranger training sessions will be held at 2pm each day.
Jensen Taylor Connelly said: "Summer is all about great days out, and we have action-packed activities for all the family.
"As well as our free dinosaur shows, we have lots to keep visitors, no matter their age, entertained from our crazy outdoor golf to our indoor bowling, as well as lots of new food outlets."
The dinosaur activities are free.
On July 6, 13, 20, and 27, and August 3, there will be a special Breakfast with the Dinosaurs event at Krazy Congo Soft Play, priced at £15.95 plus a booking fee.
Wristbands for theme park rides can be purchased at scotlandsthemepark.com.
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