Renfrewshire Council

History

In the early years of the 20th century, Paisley Burgh Council was looking for a site for a park which would be suitable for use by the public for recreational purposes. 

Extensive grounds at Barshaw, which covered some 55 acres, were bought from the Arthur family in December 1911. The Arthur family was well known in Paisley and owned several firms in Glasgow.

Work was carried out on the park to bring it up to a suitable standard before its official opening on 15 June 1912.

Barshaw Park today

Today, you can use the following facilities for free:

• Model traffic area
• Play areas - including equipment for special needs
• Walled garden

Golf course 

The opening times for Barshaw Golf Course are:

^{* Children must be accompanied by a playing adult on Saturdays and Sundays.}

Model railway

The park operates a model railway during the summer.

Cost

All prices for Barshaw Golf Course and Model Railway can be found using the Golf course link on our Fees and Charges webpage.

Paisley Model Yacht Club (PMYC)

Barshaw Park boathouse is home to the Paisley Model Yacht Club (PMYC) who have been sailing boats on the pond since 1895.

Boasting a British and European 12 Metre Yacht Class Championship winner within the ranks, success is passed through the club and Buddies are encouraged to come along to the park to try out the challenge of yacht racing.

A full programme of events are scheduled throughout 2016 for all to enjoy as part of the Paisley City of Culture Bid 2021 and the renovation of the park via the Friends of Barshaw Park group.

Friends of Barshaw Park

Friends of Barshaw Park are a group of local residents who run a website dedicated to Barshaw Park, listing its many activities and more.