The park was used for training in the formative years of STAG. Although small by day, by including the golf course it becomes a fine venue for night events.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
With 10 controls the permanent course will take approximately 30 minutes to walk round.
Course checked October 2009- 100%ok
Park History
Donated to the city by Alexander Dennistoun who gave his name to the outlying district.
Main entrance purchased in 1866 from adjoining landowner, William Stewart.
Officially opened in 1870 by The Prince and Princess of Wales.
The cast iron fountain, dating from 1901, was restored in 2000.
104 acres in area incorporating a 9 hole golf course and bowling greens.
Large play area.
2 ponds which attract a variety of wildlife.
Incorporating Haghill Park Primary & Sports Centre.
Location details:
Dennistoun - Glasgow G31
Bounded by Alexandra Parade, Cumbernauld Rd, Provan Rd, M8 Motorway & Sannox Gardens.
Past Events held
STAG Night October 2009.
STAG Night October 2008.
STAG Adventure Race Component July 2007.
STAG Glasgow Parks Champs Race 1 2004.
STAG Night October 2003.
STAG Night October 2002.
STAG Night October 2000.
STAG Night October 1999.
STAG Night October 1998.
STAG Evening September 1990.
STAG SMILE May 1990.
Glasgow’s 3rd largest park was first used way back in 1985 for a Primary Schools Event.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
4 years later, the area was included in the 1st Glasgow Parks Summer Series and more recently for thematic and night events.
16 controls make up the permanent course which will take about 60 minutes to walk round.
Course checked September 2008 - 100% ok
Park History
Bellahouston has been a Park since 1895.
Due to size - 174 acres - the Empire Exhibition of 1938 was staged in the Park.
Only the Palace of Art Building remains.
In March 1978, the IAAF World Cross Country Championships was held and in 1982.
The 1982 visit of Pope John Paul II was commemorated with a Mass in the park.
Bellahouston Sports Complex and the Glasgow Ski Centre are located in the Park.
The House for an Art Lover was opened in 1996 to celebrate the work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
Other facilities include pitch and putt, bowling, play areas, extensive walled gardens & a new maze.
The Womens’ Annual 10k Run in May finishes in the Park as does The Men’s Health Forum Father’s Day Run each June..
Location details:
Bellahouston - Glasgow G51
Bounded by Mosspark Boulevard, Dumbreck Rd, M8 Motorway, Paisley Rd. West & Bellahouston Drive.
Past Events held
STAG Night November 2009.
STAG Night October 2008.
STAG Adventure Race July 2007.
STAG Glasgow Parks Championships Race 2 2004.
STAG Night October 2004.
STAG Evening June 2004.
STAG Night October 2003.
STAG / GGHB Evening September 2003.
STAG SNOW
STAG Night October 2002.
Glasgow Parks Championships Race 2 2001.
STAG SCORE October 1999.
STAG Evening August 1999.
STAG Evening June 1999.
STAG Pict"O” January 1999.
STAG SCORE April 1995.
STAG Evening April 1991.
STAG Evening May 1990.
STAG Evening 1989.
STAG GPS June 1985.
Located to the south of East Kilbride, Calderglen incorporates a SSSI site of geological interest.
Information about the area.
The gorge of the main river is an impressive environment to behold. The Crags on the east side are similar to the terrain at Chatelherault and not passable
When combined with the adjacent “Big Wood”, this area provides the most challenging orienteering available within the City.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
The area was first mapped in the 1970s by Mr.J.W.Baillie, Geography Teacher from Cathkin High School.
Since then it has been remapped on 3 occasions.
18 controls make up the permanent course. With tussocky terrain, stout footwear is advised. Walking time for the course is approximately 60 minutes.
Venue for the 2014 Commonwealth Games Mountain Biking Event.
Course checked August 2008. Post 9 missing.
Park History:
Presented to the City in 1886 by Mr.James Dick and in accordance with his wishes, the Park has been left in its natural beauty. Every part is open to the public to roam about at will.
Course spans the west end of the Braes including Big Wood.
Highest point is Queen Mary’s Seat, about 600ft. above sea level.
Watch for diving skylarks on the grassland to the west.
Extensive views across the City of Glasgow and beyond.
First mapped in 2002 the area provides a terrific mix of terrain.
Information about the area.
Classic Highland Perthshire terrain awaits the orienteer @ Dalnamein. From the A9 the area may not inspire a second look but the variety & contrasts within delivers a fine Orienteering experience. Don’t judge a book by its cover!
Past Events held
Scottish Orienteering League 4 September 2009
Senior Home International Relays October 2008
South of Scotland Orienteering League November 2006
Dawsholm Park could well be described as ‘the nature lover’s park’ as there is much of interest to the nature enthusiast here. Large areas of the park have been left in a natural state.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
STAG first used this park in 1999 for a Night Event and it proved to be a resounding success.
The former nature trail has been converted into the permanent orienteering course and one can expect to take approximately 40 minutes to walk the whole course.
A tricky venue despite its relatively small size.
Course checked October 2008. 100% ok.
Rhododendron clearing in operation September 2008. Posts need to be repainted hopefully Winter 2008.
Park History:
72 acres in area.
Significant wildlife including grey squirrels.
Area left in natural state.
Woodland predominately oak and beech.
Kelvin Walkway accessible from NE corner of park.
Play area.
Location details:
Temple - Glasgow G13
Bounded by Temple Rd., Dalsholm Rd., River Kelvin and Bearsden Rd. (A81).
Past Events held
STAG Night November 2009
STAG Event for Cambria FC December 2008.
STAG Glasgow Parks Championships Race 1 2008.
STAG Night November 2008.
STAG Glasgow Parks Championships Race 1 2005.
STAG Glasgow Parks Championships Race 3 2004 (combined with Garscube Estate).
STAG Night November 2003 (combined with Garscube Estate).
STAG Glasgow Parks Championships Races 2 & 3 2000.
STAG Night 2000.
STAG Night 1999.
STAG Evening June 1999.
STAG 25th Anniversary Event was held here in November 2007 in conjunction with the Individual Competition in the Senior Home Internationals.
Information about the area.
North facing slope of 40/50 year old woodland with a plethora of rock & subtle contour detail.
Past Events held
STAG’s 25th Anniversary National & Veteran Home International Event
Scottish Individual & Relays Championships, May 2004.
Junior Home Internationals October 2002.
STAG’s use of this park has been limited to summer evening events.
The flat nature of the Park provides an ideal venue for novices with a limited physical challenge.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
The course will utilise the historic nature of the area with no additional markers required once redevelopment has been completed in 2006.
Difficulties being experienced with sales outlets.
Maps only available from:
STAG Direct, c/o 257 Warriston St., Carntyne, Glasgow G33 2LF.
Send cheque / postal order for £1.50 per map to the above address.
Park History:
Glasgow’s oldest park was acquired in 1662.
Formerly used for washing and bleaching of linen, grazing cattle and drying salmon nets.
Adjacent to the River Clyde & High Court.
The People’s Palace traces Glasgow’s history and development.
First British Monument to Lord Nelson was erected in 1866 by public subscriptions.
Winter Gardens adjacent to People’s Palace.
The Heritage Lottery Fund has financed a major upgrade of the whole area.
The Doulton Fountain has been restored & moved to the front of the Peoples Palace.
STAG’s only use of this area has been for Night Events but as the area has a magnetic appeal to Glaswegians, we are confident that the permanent course around the Loch will enhance the attractions of the Park.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
Walking time 30 minutes.
Course checked August 2008 - Posts 6 & 7 to be relocated once map is updated in late 2008.
Park History:
Acquired 1920 by Glasgow City Council.
123 acres in area.
Local Nature Reserve where Mallards, mute swans, little and great crested grebes all breed here.
Birdwatcher’s paradise during the winter including goosander, goldeneye and teal.
Pitch and putt course, open after Easter.
Play area.
Adjacent to Lethamhill Golf Course.
Location details:
Riddrie - Glasgow G33
Bounded by Gartloch Rd. (B765), Avenue End Rd. & Cumbernauld Rd. (A80).
Past STAG Events
STAG Night January 2009.
STAG Night November 2004.
STAG Night 2003.
STAG Night 2002.
STAG Night 1999.
STAG Night October 1998.
First used by STAG in 1989, the area is a regular on the “Come & Try” circuit.
In 1999, the Park World Tour held an event in Kelvingrove which attracted the World’s Elite orienteers to Glasgow.
The course utilises the history of the park as there are no additional markers, only the permanent features to navigate to !
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
Park History:
Acquired in 1852 & designed by Sir Joseph Paxton.
Major Exhibitions held in 1888, 1901 and 1911.
85 acres in area.
Several monuments including a cast iron fountain.
Incorporates Glasgow Art Gallery and Museum re-opened 2006.
Play areas and pond.
Tennis, bowls and croquet lawns.
Venue for 2014 Commonwealth Games Bowling.
Location details: Kelvingrove - Glasgow G12
Bounded by Dumbarton Rd., Argyle St., Sauchiehall St., Park Circus, Gibson St. & University Av.
Past Events held
STAG Night December 2009(EAST).
STAG Race 2 December 2009 Parks Champs.
STAG Night January 2009.
STAG SMILE September 2008.
STAG Special Project for ISCB
STAG SMILE 20th September 2007.
STAG SMILE 2006.
STAG Night 2003.
STAG Evening May 2000.
STAG Evening Event August 1999
STAG / Park World Tour 1999.
STAG Evening Event 1999 - “O"rithmetical.
STAG Evening 1997.
STAG Hist"O"ric
STAG CATI June 1992.
STAG 1991.
King’s Park was first used once by STAG back in 1985, when an event for primary schoolchildren was held as part of The International Youth Year.
A small but interesting area which can provide a challenge for everyone.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
Maps only available from:
STAG Direct, c/o 257 Warriston St.,Carntyne, Glasgow G33 2LF.
Send cheque / postal order for £1.50 per map to the above address.
Available from 1st May 2007.
Course checked June 2008 - 100% ok.
Park History:
68 acre site was gifted to Glasgow in 1930 by Sir John A.Mactaggart.
Area consists of fine specimens of chestnut, lime, oak and beech trees.
Mansion House has been converted into modern residences.
Remains of a large stone sundial presented by the 14th Earl of Home can be
found in the flower garden at the southern end of the park.
Location details:
King’s Park - Glasgow G44
Bounded by Croftpark Av., Glencroft Rd., Mennock Rd., Southwood Dv. & Carmunnock Rd. (B766).
Parkland split by the White Cart Water adjacent to Linn Park Golf Course.
Glasgow’s 2nd largest park was mapped in the mid 1980s and features regularly in STAG’s programme of events.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
Permanent course info
Course checked & repainted May 2008
The former Nature Trail has been converted into an orienteering permanent course with 14 controls and will take about 60 minutes to complete.
Park History:
Originally part of Hagtonhill which belonged to the Maxwells of Pollok and sold in 1820.
Acquired by the City in 1919.
Cathcart Castle dates back to the times of Sir William Wallace and King Robert the Bruce.
Quiet woodland habitat for a variety of wildlife including Britain’s smallest bat, the pipistrelle, which hibernate in the Old Mansion House.
Over 200 species of fungi have been found within the park.
Play areas and Junior Nature Reserve.
Equestrian Centre and adjoining golf course.
Countryside Ranger Service based in park.
Location details: Simshill - Glasgow G44
Bounded by Lainshaw Drive, Drakemire Drive, Simshill Road., Old Castle Road, Courthill Avenue, Greenock Avenue, Netherlee Road, Brunton Street & Clarkston Road.
Past Events held
STAG Night October 2009 - west side assembly.
STAG Night October 2004
STAG Glasgow Parks Championships Race 2 December 2003
STAG Night November 2003
STAG Night October 2002
STAG Night October 1999
STAG Post WOC Event August 1999
STAG Coach & Run Event February 1999
STAG Training Event April 1998
STAG Evening Event 1997
STAG Introductory Event1996
STAG Evening Event 1994
STAG Evening Event 1993
STAG CATI June 1992
STAG SMILE December 1990
STAG SCORE May 1990
STAG CATI 1989
STAG’s 1st ever formal competition was held in February 1984 at Glencryan which forms the NW corner of the map - the existence of Palacerigg CP was a well guarded secret 25 years ago!
Glasgow’s largest park is undergoing a transformation & the Orienteering Permanent Course is a welcome addition to the facilities available to the public. Rhododendron clearance still in progress.
The 1st Full Colour map produced & printed by STAG in 1985.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
Permanent course info
Permanent course maps only available from:
STAG Direct, c/o 257 Warriston St.,Carntyne, Glasgow G33 2LF.
Send cheque / postal order for £1.50 per map to the above address.
Permanent Course checked August 2008.
Park History
Gifted to the City of Glasgow in 1966 by the Maxwell Family.
361 acres in area - Glasgow’s largest Park.
Burrell Collection & Pollok House are Major Visitor attractions.
Strathclyde Police Dog Training Centre
Nether Pollok Playing Fields
Wildlife Pond
Highland Cattle, Heavy Horses & Walled Gardens
Adventure Play Area & Mountain Bike Circuits
Britain’s Best Park 2007 & Europe’s Best in 2008.
Pollok Family Day held each August
First used in 1989, this park may be small in size but it provides a variety of orienteering challenges due to shape and mixed terrain.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
The permanent course consists of 18 controls and will take approximately an hour to complete.
Course checked 9th September 2007. All controls there & now clear of vegetation.
Park History:
Designed by Sir Joseph Paxton and dedicated to the memory of Mary, Queen of Scots.
Stones at highest point are thought to be remnants of military encampment which featured in the Battle of Langside in the 16th century.
112 acres in area.
Pitch & putt and tennis are available.
Play areas and boating pond.
Restored glasshouses contain a multitude of plants and some animals,
including tortoise, skink and iguana!
Elevated mound and flagpole give extensive views across Glasgow.
Site of Scottish Poetry Rose Garden.
First used by STAG in 1991 as part of “The Year Of Sport”, this park provides a sound introduction to orienteering.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
A half hour stroll should be ample time to visit all 10 controls.
Course checked February 2008 - Post 2 damp & needs repainted.
On going work on south side of park but Post 7 still accessible.
Park History:
Acquired in 1892 covering an area of 52 acres.
The artificial mound, topped by the flagpole, was formed from 24,000 cart loads of material.
It is known locally as “Ben Whitton” after Mr.James Whitton who was then Head of
Parks Department.
3 play areas.
Extensive views of Campsie Fells and Ben Lomond.
New Primary School Campus to be built in 2010 on old football pitches.
Location details: Ruchill - Glasgow G20
Map number/history
47/2002, 66/2003
Area: City of Glasgow, Near: Glasgow G21 GoogleMap, OS Grid ref. NS5768
The area was mapped in the mid 1980s as a STAG Junior Project and was included in the first Glasgow Parks Summer Series in 1989.
Another small park but with a variety of terrain it offers a good challenge.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
The 10 controls will take about 40 minutes to walk round.
Course checked August 2008. 100% ok.
Park History:
Acquired in 1896.
Highest point is 351 feet above sea level.
Magnificient Rockery near Balgrayhill Rd. entrance.
Former Winter Gardens on site.
3 ponds which attract a variety of wildlife.
Peace Garden dedicated to the late Lord Provost, Bob Innes.
Springburn Elderly Mens Club building.
Bowling greens and play area.
Tollcross Park was the first Glasgow Park mapped by STAG back in 1982 and played a vital part in the early development of the Club.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
Previous attempts to establish a permanent course in 1986 and 1988 were unsuccessful but with the regeneration of the Park underway we are confident the 16 control course will be well used throughout the year.
Course checked February 2008. Posts 4 & 16 painted tops evaporated due to damp location.
Park History:
Acquired in 1896 covering 96 acres with extensive rose and floral displays.
Children’s Zoo and Play Area.
Swimming Pool and leisure complex.
Heritage Lottery Project helped restore the Winter Gardens re-opened November 2000.
Location details: Shettleston - Glasgow G32
Bounded by Tollcross Rd., Wellshot Rd., Ardlui St.,Enterkin St., Anstruther St., Elvan St., Dalveen St.,
Shettleston Rd., St.Mark’s St., Edenwood St. & Muiryfauld Dv.
As part of The International Youth Year of 1985, STAG extended the Glasgow Primary Schools Festival to 4 venues, one of which was Victoria Park.
There is a permanent orienteering course here.
Information about the area.
The venue is regularly used by St.Thomas Aquinas Secondary - where Terry teaches PE - & for Annual Night Events.
Permanent Course info
Consisting of 10 controls, the permanent course should be completed in about 30 minutes.
Course checked October 2009. 100% ok.
Park History:
Acquired from the Burgh of Partick in 1886 covering an area of 58 acres.
The Fossil Grove is located in the South West corner of the park and is open from 1 April to
30 September each year. The fossilised tree stumps are over 330 million years old.
Extensive rock garden and floral displays.
2 ponds which attract a variety of wildlife.
Bowls, putting, outdoor basketball & tennis facilities.
Play area & public toilets available.
Location details: Whiteinch - Glasgow G14
Bounded by Victoria Park Drive. South (A814),Balshagray Av. (A739), Victoria Park Drive. North & Westland Drive
Area: City of Glasgow, Near: Glasgow G14 GoogleMap, OS Grid ref. NS5467
This page is a record of the maps that have been professionally printed & either produced by T.O'Brien, Stirling Surveys, Peel Land Services & Deeside Orienteering & Leisure Maps.
All maps listed below are Copyright STAG & it is illegal to photocopy for use. Maps, with or without a permanent course can be purchased from the Club for a fee that includes a royalty charge & printing costs. Discount rates are available for large quantities, to affiliated Groups & STAG Members - price on application to info@stag-orienteering.co.uk.
The map number is contained within the STAG logo on the map. In the map of Scotland, the formative logo of the SOA originates from Glasgow - where STAG is based - & the number indicates the location of the area.
Alexandra Park Map
