Whitelee Visitor Centre
Whitelee Visitor Centre
Whitelee Visitor Centre
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Whitelee is the UK's largest onshore windfarm, located on Eaglesham Moor just 20 minutes from central Glasgow. Its 215 turbines generate up to 539 megawatts of electricity, enough to power just under 300,000 homes*. With more than 130 kilometres of trails to explore, on foot, by cycle or by horse, with free parking and free entry to our onsite Visitor Centre, Whitelee is a great destination for a day out with the whole family. *298,837 homes per year based on the expected average capacity factor of 27% and an average annual domestic electricity usage of 4,266kWh
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Sar250885
Dumbarton, UK243 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Such an amazing well kept place!! paths are accessible for all, I'd say prams and wheelchairs, mobility etc
we didn't take our bikes but I saw lots of people cycling around and it looked incredible. We did however just the short walk to the lookout and back and such incredible views.
It's incredible to get up so close to a wind farm thing and watch the way it works and read the information and hear nothing at all!!!! BLISS
We pulled up and the car park was busy so we assumed it was crowded but the place is so big with so many different walks we never saw anyone! Plenty of parking.
The cafe was great too really good prices and food.
incredible family day out with the dogs too and to think it's FREE!!! just a picnic needed xx
Can't wait to return!!!
we didn't take our bikes but I saw lots of people cycling around and it looked incredible. We did however just the short walk to the lookout and back and such incredible views.
It's incredible to get up so close to a wind farm thing and watch the way it works and read the information and hear nothing at all!!!! BLISS
We pulled up and the car park was busy so we assumed it was crowded but the place is so big with so many different walks we never saw anyone! Plenty of parking.
The cafe was great too really good prices and food.
incredible family day out with the dogs too and to think it's FREE!!! just a picnic needed xx
Can't wait to return!!!
Written 26 July 2022
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Alexander K
5 contributions
Jan 2021 • Couples
The path from the visitors centre to the main walking areas is on quite a steep slope. It had not been gritted and was in a very dangerous ice covered state. They had managed to grit the access road for the windfarm workers vehicles so money obviously comes before the safety of the public. I do not expect the whole area to be gritted but this is a 300 metre path that all visitors have to navigate. When we finally made it to the area where the paths diverge and take you to different areas we found every bin in the area overflowing with bags of dog poo and takeaway coffee containers. This has not built up over a few days of bad weather. It was clear they had not been emptied for some considerable time. Dog owners are doing their bit - to an extent- by trying to use the bins but if the bin is clearly full why just dump the bag beside it ! A lovely winters walk spoiled. Rant over.
Written 7 January 2021
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Kevin C
Guildford, UK6 contributions
Sept 2022 • Friends
Standing under one of the turbines as the wind picks up is an awe inspiring experience. We took the electric bus tour with guide driver Stuart. He was very knowledgeable and hugely entertaining. I will definitely visit again.
Written 28 September 2022
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The_Webmistress
East Midlands10 contributions
Well, all I can say is, you must have been an extremely unpleasant customer as every time I have been there, I have had excellent service from friendly and well-mannered staff.
It is a lovely place, and if you /do/ arrive right at closing time, maybe a little politeness on your own part would have been in order.
It is a lovely place, and if you /do/ arrive right at closing time, maybe a little politeness on your own part would have been in order.
Written 22 June 2010
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annabanana
Glasgow, UK4 contributions
Nov 2018 • Solo
Decided to give this a try on 5th Nov 2018 as my dog goes berserk with the sound of fireworks. Arrived at 5.45 & cafe open & had coffee & lovely cake. On that eve the dogs were permitted inside the cafe. Not many cars or people or dogs at that time.....but then they came. I have never seen do many dogs or people all graduating towards the one place - Whitelee Windfarm coffee house or at least their car park !! Every type of dog breed was there, all very well behaved ( as were the adults of course). In the cafe, everyone was chatting to everyone else, some dogs were playing with others or just lying down enjoying this firework free zone. A Ranger led dog walk took place at 7.30 & lasted about 45/50 mins. Everyone had to bring torches & lots of the dogs had light up collars etc. The procession was quite something to see !! After that went back to the cafe to have another coffee & chat till I finally left with one contented dog at 10.15. The staff at the Windfarm were marvellous, helpful & smiling throughout. Not a firework was heard there that eve....bliss. Will def go back next year, thanks to everyone there for making this happen !!
Written 7 November 2018
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ProvincialDeskjockey
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Whitelee is Europe's largest on shore wind farm. There are 140 wind turbines, all connected by miles of tracks, so this makes it ideal for cycling (good place to take your kids) and to encourage you, there are shower facilities and a cycle store. Bear in mind though that they built a wind farm here, so if you are going out on the moor, pick your day carefully or expect it to be windy.
The exhibits in the visitor centre are very good and interactive. They were put together by Glasgow Science Museum and it is staffed by the same sort of bright eyed, bushy tailed people you find there. I was expecting a propaganda piece for wind power, but that isn't the case, probably because Scottish Power, who own and run the place, also own and run a shed load of less green power stations.
The café has wonderful bright open outlook and its no problem getting served WHILE ITS OPEN!! The shop has the usual stuff you find in these places.
There's a good chance that I'm being over enthusiastic here, because I was expecting it to be rubbish. It's not rubbish and its free, so what is not to like?
The exhibits in the visitor centre are very good and interactive. They were put together by Glasgow Science Museum and it is staffed by the same sort of bright eyed, bushy tailed people you find there. I was expecting a propaganda piece for wind power, but that isn't the case, probably because Scottish Power, who own and run the place, also own and run a shed load of less green power stations.
The café has wonderful bright open outlook and its no problem getting served WHILE ITS OPEN!! The shop has the usual stuff you find in these places.
There's a good chance that I'm being over enthusiastic here, because I was expecting it to be rubbish. It's not rubbish and its free, so what is not to like?
Written 11 September 2010
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jodie0993
Glasgow, UK6 contributions
Jul 2018 • Solo
Great to walk round, peaceful just beautiful scenery when the sun hits. Ideal for all, nice spots to have your lunch :)
Written 5 July 2018
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John
Glasgow, UK59 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
Interactive and fun exhibition, lovely café and very clean modern and bright facilities with stunning views. The staff are all extremely helpful and polite which adds to a fun, welcoming and informative experience.
The wind farm is tremendous for traffic-free cycling / walks on wide easily navigable paths in a beautiful moorland environment. We cycled 20 miles and had still only covered a small fraction of the peaceful and scenic area. The strange thing is that the wind turbines do not take anything away from the beauty of the environment - in fact, you hardly notice them after a bit and provide a useful navigational aid as they are numbered, so you can't get lost! Can't wait to return.
The wind farm is tremendous for traffic-free cycling / walks on wide easily navigable paths in a beautiful moorland environment. We cycled 20 miles and had still only covered a small fraction of the peaceful and scenic area. The strange thing is that the wind turbines do not take anything away from the beauty of the environment - in fact, you hardly notice them after a bit and provide a useful navigational aid as they are numbered, so you can't get lost! Can't wait to return.
Written 23 May 2016
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Louise S
2 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
I'm not getting into what happened but what I will say is my dog didn't make it home. Under no circumstances should you walk your dog here. IT IS NOT SAFE, YOUR DOG IS IN DANGER.
Written 23 August 2022
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Maria B
Glasgow, UK8 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
Loved my visit. We walked a total of ten miles along the various paths. Good to see there is a good choice of different lengths of paths. Well maintained throughout.
Written 5 January 2020
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Hello! Are the public toilets open in the time of Covid?
Written 18 January 2021
The only public toilets are located within the visitor centre, which is currently shut for the winter period (same every year), and is hoping to reopen in the spring, Covid-19 restrictions permitting of course. After the initial lockdown last year, they re-opened at weekends for a few months for toilet access and takeaway from the café only. Check their website for info.
Written 1 February 2021
Hello, There is ample free parking spaces, and there is no charge to enter the visitor centre.
Written 3 July 2015
21Irene
Mauchline, United Kingdom
Is there an entry fee and what is the cost and times of the bus tour?
Thanks, Irene
Written 25 June 2015
There isn't an entry fee for the visitor centre or the windfarm.
Copied and pasted text below from the winfdarm website
Bus tours are £3.50 adult & £2.50 child/concession. A family ticket for 2 adults and 2 children is available for £10. Under 5s are free.
For more information please call 0141 614 0851.
Please be aware that guided tours may be cancelled at short notice due to adverse weather.
Written 26 June 2015
Hi, is the visitor centre open on 31st March?
Written 25 February 2015
Yes it is...10:00 till 17:00. Café closes at 16:30.
Written 26 February 2015
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