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Daily Record
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Enjoy the last days of the school holidays at M&D's
For the month of August, families can take advantage of a summer sale which features all day wristbands for just £14.50 if booked online. If you are looking to entertain the family in the run up to the schools returning, then M&D's Scotland's Theme Park has the ideal day out. For the month of August, families can take advantage of a summer sale which features all day wristbands for just £14.50 if booked online. As well as enjoying the Theme Park rides and attractions, visitors can enjoy free daily dinosaur shows until Sunday, August 10, featuring life-like dinosaurs including the star of the show, a Velociraptor along with its adorable babies. The 'How to Train Your Velociraptor' show will take place daily at 12.30pm, 3.30pm and 5pm with special appearances also throughout the day. Visitors can also join the Ranger Academy, an interactive adventure where families work together on tracking, observation and safety missions. At 2pm there will be Ranger Training where participants can learn what it takes to survive amongst the dinos. Jensen Taylor Connelly, M&D's Director, said, 'Once the school uniforms have been purchased there's always a rush to try and make the most of the last few weeks before the schools' return. 'We've introduced this offer to make a day out as affordable as possible. The dinosaur shows are great fun for the wee ones, but we really do have something for everyone at the Theme Park.' Lanarkshire residents can also take advantage of the 247 First Bus Service which will pick up and drop off at various points including Hamilton Bus Station, Motherwell and Bellshill. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here.
Daily Record
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
New froglets leap into the world at Amazonia in M&D's
The large nocturnal tree frogs would naturally be found in the Amazon rainforest. A tropical indoor forest in Lanarkshire has successfully welcomed 30 Amazon milk froglets into the world. Following a carefully controlled breeding programme, raised from a group of five adults, they are now doing well at Amazonia. The large nocturnal tree frogs would naturally be found in the Amazon rainforest in South America, not the facility based in M&D's Scotland's Theme Park. Their name refers to the milky white secretions that they release when they feel threatened, however such behaviour is rarely seen in captivity. As members of BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquaria), Amazonia works with other zoological collections all over the UK, where the froglets are now being moved on to, including collections in Leeds, Northumberland and as far south as London. Amanda Gott, Amazonia manager and zoologist said: 'There are various types of zoo breeding programmes, and it is very important that zoos cooperate in captive breeding, not only for the survival of the species but for educational purposes too as often zoos are the only place many people will get the chance to encounter these fascinating creatures. 'Amphibians across the globe, such as frogs, toads, salamanders, newts and caecilians, face a range of threats in the wild, including habitat loss, climate change, disease and pollution. It is therefore critical for their survival that they are protected and, as with many animals, zoos play a vital role in their conservation.' Located within M&D's Strathclyde Theme Park, Amazonia is a temperature-controlled tropical indoor forest and home to over 60 species. It offers a unique place for fun and learning where the whole family can marvel at monkeys, parrots, snakes, frogs, tarantulas and much more. And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook? Head on over and give us a like and share!
Glasgow Times
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
M&D's theme park to host daily dinosaur show this summer
M&D's Scotland's Theme Park will feature life-like dinosaurs, including Velociraptors and their babies, from June 28 to August 10. The 'How to Train Your Velociraptor' show will be held at 12.30pm, 3.30pm, and 5pm daily, with special appearances throughout the day. Read more: Plans put forward for £600k investment in historic building Police hunting two thugs after man viciously attacked in Glasgow Almost half of referrals to youth trauma service come from Glasgow 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
Daily Record
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Dinosaurs return this summer at M&D's Scotland's Theme Park
Featuring life-like dinosaurs including the star of the show, a Velociraptor along with its adorable babies, the free shows will run daily from Saturday, June 28, and run until Sunday, August 10. Visitors to M&D's Scotland's Theme Park are in for a roaring time this summer as the family favourite destination is to host free daily dinosaur shows. Featuring life-like dinosaurs including the star of the show, a Velociraptor along with its adorable babies, the free shows will run daily from Saturday, June 28, and run until Sunday, August 10. To make it easier for Lanarkshire residents, the popular local attraction has also arranged for a local bus service to run for the summer duration. The 247 First Bus Service will pick up and drop off at various points including Hamilton Bus Station, Motherwell and Bellshill. Time-table details are available at The 'How to Train Your Velociraptor' show will take place daily at 12.30pm, 3.30pm and 5pm with special appearances also throughout the day. Visitors can also join the Ranger Academy, an interactive adventure where families work together on tracking, observation and safety missions. At 2pm there will be Ranger Training where participants can learn what it takes to survive amongst the dinos. M&D's director 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 as well as August 3, there will also be a special Breakfast with the Dinosaurs event at Krazy Congo Soft Play, priced at £15.95 plus booking fee. And did you know Lanarkshire Live had its own app? Download yours for free here.
Daily Record
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Unpaid carers to get exclusive discounts from M&D's to mark National Carers Week
Carers Week runs June 9 to 15. It is estimated that the UK has more than six million unpaid family and friend carers. M&D's Scotland's Theme Park is celebrating National Carers Week by offering exclusive discounts to unpaid carers in recognition of the huge amount work that they do. Carers Week runs June 9 to 15. It is estimated that the UK has more than six million unpaid family and friend carers. On the weekend of June 14 and 15 carers who visit Scotland's Theme Park and identify themselves as an unpaid carer or young carer will receive exclusive discounts including Buy one wristband/wristband package and the Carer goes free Buy one entry to Amazonia and the Carer goes free Buy one entry to Devil's Island Adventure Golf and the Carer goes free Buy one game of bowling and the Carer goes free Buy one Walk the Plank and the Carer go free Download the Lanarkshire Live app today M&D's director Jensen Taylor Connelly said: 'We have many carers visit us throughout the year on days out and where possible we always support them as the work they do is so valuable. 'Raising awareness during Carers Week seems only appropriate as it's an ongoing challenge for many families and hopefully this initiative will do just that.' Located next to Strathclyde Country Park, M&D's is one of Scotland's top visitor attractions. The Theme Park features thrill rides and family rides, as well as a host of activities, for all age groups. Special features include Amazonia, a temperature controlled tropical hot house of exotic plants and animals, Devil's Island Adventure Golf, Cosmic Bowl, a ten-pin bowling alley, and Krazy Congo Soft Play.
