The Yard Dundee
Adventure play for disabled children, young people and their families.
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Find us at
14 Drumlanrig Pl, Dundee DD4 8HZ
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Get in Touch
0131 476 4506 or contact us
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Your service manger is –
Gill Thomson
Services & facilities
At The Yard Dundee, children thrive in a playground made just for them! Outdoors, they can ride bikes, play in the mud kitchen, or relax in the hammock. Indoors, they can get creative with arts and crafts or explore messy play with sand, foam, and water.
Our child-centred approach means kids lead the way in play, with support from our skilled staff. This helps them make choices, build friendships, and have fun!
Parents can also relax, meet other families, and access resources in a comfortable, non-judgemental space—complete with a refreshing cuppa.
At a glance
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Sensory space
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Disabled parking
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Accessible toilets
Virtual Tour
Take a quick tour of The Yard Dundee
Would you like to take a closer look?
The best way to experience what The Yard has to offer is to book a free taster session! Click below to arrange a visit at any of our centres and have a chat with the team at a time that suits you.
Sessions & times
Drumlanrig Centre Reopening (Sunday 5th October)
Following requests from families we’ll be trialling a quieter session and will keep you updated on any changes.
Booking is required for your first quiet session, you can then let the team know if you would like to attend the session regularly.
Please see Family Session Tab for more information.
Family sessions
Our Family sessions are open to all children with additional support needs aged 0 – 18, along with their parents, carers and siblings. No medical evidence is required to come to The Yard.
What to expect
Conquer challenging assault courses, race bikes, build sandcastles or get creative with dress-up, crafts, and baking – there’s something for everyone.
When
We are now closed until October 5th, when you can find us back in our original home at Drumlanrig Place.
*Sunday 5th – Thursday 9th October (Please email [email protected] to book your space)
Quiet session: 10am – 12pm
Main session: 1pm – 4pm
*Wednesday 8th October our sessions will run:
Quiet session: Closed due to internal event.
Main session: 1:30 – 4:30pm
Sunday 12th – Thursday 16th October
Quiet session: 10am – 12pm
Main session: 1pm – 4pm
Family Support
Supporting children and young people with disabilities means supporting their families, too. Our Family Support team is here to provide tailored assistance to every family that comes to The Yard whenever they need it, for as long as they need it.
What We Do
You know your child’s unique strengths and potential better than anyone, but navigating ASN support can be overwhelming. Our Family Support service is here to put an expert in your corner. Our Family Support Officers are well-connected with relevant organisations and can provide comprehensive support. Whether you need help with healthy sleep habits, Child Disability Payment applications, or just someone to talk to, we have the resources and partnerships to assist you.
When
Your Family Support Officer for Dundee is Aurelia Amrouche.
How to Access Family Support
Family support is available to all members. You can access it during sessions or email us at [email protected]. There is no fee; it’s included in your membership.
School Visits
Our school visits provide a unique, inclusive play experience for students of all abilities.
What we do
We offer a variety of term-time play sessions designed for special schools, speech and language units, support bases, and mainstream schools across Dundee. Our experienced play team can tailor activities to student needs, whether it’s fostering social interaction, providing much-needed exercise and fresh air, or integrating with your current curriculum themes. Pupils and staff tell us The Yard is an invaluable resource, offering physical benefits and social and emotional support for students with a range of often complex and profound disabilities.
When
Sessions are allocated before each term begins, with mornings and afternoons available Monday through Thursday.
How to book
To book a play session for your school or for more information, please contact our team at [email protected].
One Membership, four amazing places to play
With just one membership, enjoy unlimited access to our adventure play centres in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Fife, and Dundee.