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A BRAND new outdoor adventure centre is set to open this summer, offering everything from watersports to cycling tours.
Construction on the £5.6 million build has finished, with the facility expected to open in a matter of weeks.
GettyA new outdoor adventure park offering a variety of water activities is set to open this summer (stock image)[/caption]
Located just a 24 minute drive from Glasgow city centre, the Twechar Outdoor Pursuits Centre is sure to be a fun way to spend the day with your children in the nice weather.
And while no official date has been announced for the grand opening, East Dunbartonshire Council has confirmed work on the centre is now complete.
The outdoor adventure centre is expected to open sometime in the late summer, with a variety of activities on offer.
These include watersports such as canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding, as well as heavy focus on cycling tours.
The new facility includes storage for kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and equipment, a wetsuit drying area, and a bike workshop.
There will also be a large meeting room, smaller seminar rooms, a reception area, accessible toilets, showers, lockers and changing areas, a food prep area, and outdoor seating to enjoy the summer weather.
On-site car and cycle parking will also be available.
ECD Architects, who worked on the project, said the centre “represents a vibrant, inclusive hub for community activities, enhancing connections to nature and promoting outdoor recreation in a sustainable, accessible way”.
The project is located on land owned by the local council and cost just over £5.6 million, with more than half of the revenue externally funded.
Funding was provided from Scottish Government, sportscotland, and the Scottish Landfill Communities Fund.
Lillian McDowall, Business Development Manager of SCAPE Scotland, who worked with the council on the project spoke about the neew centre.
“Our goal is to actively support the public sector in the delivery of projects that truly enrich and support local communities,” she said.
“We’re proud to have been part of this project, which will bring value to the community and lasting benefits to residents for years to come.”
As well as providing outdoor activities, the centre will also focus on educational, training, and volunteer opportunities.
This is expected to help to promote regeneration and address disadvantage in the area.
Free summer holiday activites
You don't need to spend a penny to keep your kids entertained this summer...
Museums – Some museums offer free entry to some exhibits, and also host events for kids.
Parks – Head to your local park to enjoy the playgrounds, games areas, courts and splash pads. Some even have trails for kids to enjoy.
Beach – It doesn’t have to be sunny to enjoy the beach, you can go rock pooling, crabbing, make sandcastles, or enjoy a walk along the headland.
Library – If the weather is awful, head indoors and borrow books, audiobooks, dvds.
Cooking – Have your own mini bake-off, or Come Dine With Me challenge.
Playdates – Invite friends over for an afternoon of socialising.
Boardgames – Enjoy a little sibling rivalry with rounds of Monopoly or stretch your brain with Scrabble.
Admission prices have not yet been announced to the public.
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ECDAWork on the Twechar Outdoor Pursuits Centre has been complete (image renders)[/caption] 
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