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Xscape

Xscape is the ultimate family entertainment destination combining 'real' snow slopes with urban and lifestyle retailers, cool bars and restaurants, cinema, family attractions and extreme activities, all under one roof.

If you're looking for an exciting day out where you can ski on the UK's biggest REAL indoor snow slope, learn how to ski on a beginners slope, visit bars and restaurants, visit a 12 screen multiplex cinema, 22 lane bowling, go rock climbing on one of the largest freestanding climbing walls in the UK, try out a state-of-the-art aerial adventure course, experience the world's first passenger carrying robot, or jump and freefall on the Fandrop, Xscape is the place for you.

Xscape
Admission: Admission is free of charge however some facilities will charge for their use
Opening Times: Xscape - Monday - Sunday 8am-midnight (licensed premises)
Services: 54A, 54C, 147 , 747

Glasgow Climbing Centre

Get vertical at the Glasgow Climbing Centre on Paisley Road West. Climbing on a variety of surfaces from ground level to 12 metres (40feet) is a great way to combine exercise and climbing skills - fun for adults and children.

If you’re already a climber, you’ll appreciate the relaxed atmosphere combined with constantly changing variety and challenge. If you’ve never climbed before, the Glasgow Climbing Centre is your gateway to a whole new world.

 
Admission: A one off life membership registration is £10
Adult Entry is £7.10
Junior Entry is £4.65 (£7.10 including all equipment)
Student off peak entry £5.15

Day Membership is £2 + Normal entry fee
Adult Guest £8.15
Junior Guest £4.65 (£7.10 including all equipment)

Monthly Passes
Adult £45.50
Junior £35

Yearly Pass
Adult £290
Junior £205
Opening Times: Monday to Friday 11am to 10pm
Saturday and Sunday 10:00 to 18:00
All Bank Holidays at normal opening times.
Services: 9, 53, 54, 54A, 54C, 55, 56, 89, 90, 121

Time Capsule

The Time Capsule in Coatbridge is an exciting explosion of fun whether you're skating or swimming. Enjoy yourself in the action-packed swimming pool with river rapids and flumes or experience the Ice Age - a full size skating experience. Or if you're new to the ice, they'll even teach you how to skate. Ask about skating lessons for all ages

Silver Seniors' is open to all senior citizens within North Lanarkshire and provides a warm, friendly and safe environment for senior citizens to meet, lunch, and chat and even participate in a variety of new activities. Silver Seniors' is available every Thursday from 11.00am - 2.00pm and activities include mixed board games, light fitness classes and swimming.

The Time Capsule also boasts a state-of the-art fitness centre, children's soft play areas, extensive dry-sports facilities and a wide range of catering outlets. So why not hop on a bus and experience "The Biggest Fun in A Million Years!"

Time Capsule
Admission: Call the Time Capsule for details: 01236 449572
Opening Times: Call the Time Capsule for details: 01236 449572
Services: 201, 262

Princes Square

Situated on Buchanan Street in the heart of Glasgow's shopping district, Princes Square is home to many of the world's best-known lifestyle brands. Open until midnight and sprawling five floors of quality leisure space, the world-class centre boasts over 45 quality stores, bars, restaurants & cafés, and its very own nightclub.

A truly exquisite venue, Princes Square presents a sophisticated alternative to Scotland's high street and a stylish destination for both dining and drinking.

Princes Square
Admission: Free of charge
Opening Times: Retail stores within the complex are open Monday - Wednesday, Friday 9:30am-6pm, Thursday 9:30am-8pm, Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm. Bars and Restaurants are all open until midnight and November nightclub is open until 3am at the weekends.
Services: All of First's City Centre services pass within short walking distance of Princes Square.

Buchanan Galleries

Buchanan Galleries shopping centre is in the middle of Glasgow city centre, and the heart of a city which loves to shop. It's home to around 90 of the best retail names, including stores which cannot be found elsewhere in Glasgow - or even Scotland.

Buchanan Galleries
Admission: Free of charge
Opening Times: Monday - Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 9am-6pm, Thursday 9am-8pm and Sunday 10am-6pm.
Services: All of First's city centre services pass within short walking distance of Buchanan Galleries, particularly those operating from and to Buchanan bus station.

Silverburn

Silverburn is the cutting edge in next generation shopping; it is a million miles away from the soul-less Mall, with variety at every turn. Over a million square feet of inspired architecture is occupied by leading high street stores, luxury boutiques, fashion brands, restaurants and cafes.

Silverburn
Admission: Free of Charge
Opening Times: Monday - Friday 10am-9pm, Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 10am-6pm.
Services: 23, 45A, 53, 56

East Kilbride Shopping Centre

EK has over 200 of the most exciting retail, leisure, and catering outlets within its mile of malls and with plenty of car parking spaces its well worth a trip south of Glasgow to visit.

East Kilbridge Shopping Centre
Admission: Free of Charge
Opening Times: Monday - Wednesday, Friday - Saturday 9am-6pm, Thursday 9am-8pm and Sunday 11am-5pm.
Services: 16/18/18A, 20, 31, 66, 201

Glasgow Fort

Glasgow Fort is an award-winning shopping experience. Alongside leading brand names such as Next, Top Shop and Zara, the park also boasts the first Asda Living Store, the first Thornton's Chocolate Heaven and the first Hobbycraft in Scotland. In addition, the Glasgow Fort offers a JJB Fitness Centre and a variety of restaurants.

 
Admission: N/A
Opening Times: Shop opening hours vary.
Services: 38/38A/38C/N38, 39, 40A