East AYRSHIRE
Working with the Health and Social Care Partnership to support Dads and families
For more information contact Ryan@dadsrock.org.uk, phone him on 07970441092
Weekly Dads Group in Kilmarnock
All Dads are welcome to attend with babies/children:
Monday- the Baby Sensory Room, My5s Football, Kilmarnock from 6pm - starts 22nd June 2026!
You can sign up to any of our groups here: DadsGroups
Pop in and join us for a chilled out time with your baby, grab a cuppa and hang out with other dads. Ryan or Gordon from Dads Rock will be around to chat each week. Whether you want support to understand your baby’s needs or how to grow your connection with your wee one we’re here.
Summer of Fun
Join us for some awesome activities and bring your kids! Contact gordon@dadsrock.org.uk to sign up!
July 1st - Dean Castle Country Park - 3PM
Join us to explore the stunning woodland trails, head over to the animal park to see the resident deer, rare-breed sheep, and llamas, and let the kids run wild on the adventure playground. It’s completely relaxed—just a great excuse to get outside, let the kids burn off some energy together, and grab a coffee from the café. - Meet at the Dean Road Car Park @ Dean Castle Country Park, Dean Rd, Kilmarnock KA3 7
July 8th - Kilmarnock Fire Station Visit - 3PM
This is a great opportunity for dads and their children to visit a local fire station, meet real firefighters, and learn more about the important work they do. You’ll get a chance to explore the fire engines, see the equipment up close, and maybe even try on some gear! @ Fire Station, 33 Campbell St, Kilmarnock KA1 4HL
July 15th - Dads & Kids Football - 3PM
No better way to burn off some energy, score some goals, and skip cooking dinner? Bring the kids down for a casual afternoon of football at My5s Football. We have a pitch to ourselves for 2 hours followed by a well-earned pizza and drinks. Don't worry if you haven't kicked a ball in years—the focus is entirely on having fun! @ My5s Football, Kilmarnock, KA1 3XF (Behind ASDA)
July 22nd - Dads & Kids FootGolf Caprington - 3PM
Leave the golf clubs at home—all you need is a pair of trainers and your best kicking foot. If you haven't played before, FootGolf is a fantastic, casual sport that replaces golf balls with footballs—no experience or special skills required! We’ll head out in groups to tackle the course, which takes approximately 1 hour to complete. Because of the length of the stroll around the greens, this event is best suited for children of walking age. @ Caprington Golf Club, Ayr Rd, Kilmarnock KA1 4UW
July 29th - Dick Institute Trip - 3PM
Join us for a visit to The Dick Institute where we'll see everything from Samantha the Dinosaur and Brian the Lion to a 400-million-year-old scorpion fossil and old-school prison uniforms. @ The Dick Institute, Elmbank Ave, Kilmarnock KA1 3BU
Aug 5th - Kay Park Play Day - 11AM - 3PM
We are thrilled to be part of this year's National Playday celebrations at the Kay Park Fun Day in Kilmarnock! Playday is the UK’s national day for play, highlighting just how vital it is for our kids' health, happiness, and creativity. Kay Park will be completely transformed into a massive playground with free activities, including creative zones, sports, messy play, and adventure trails. The Dads Rock team will be right in the middle of the action, and we’d love for you to come over, say hello, and join in the fun! @ Kay Park, Kilmarnock KA3 7AZ
One to one support
At Dads Rock, our one-to-one support is here to make sure no dad has to figure it out alone. We offer a friendly, non-judgmental space where you can talk openly, build your confidence, and get practical help with everything from baby care to managing the daily pressures of life. Whether we’re meeting for a coffee or helping you navigate local services, our focus is on your wellbeing and your family.
“Ryan listens to me and understands what I’m trying to say and then helps me to figure out what I need to do. He never tells me what to do or judges me for the decisions I make, I’ve not had that before”
Dad Trips
We also go on Dads Days Out! Another fantastic chance for dads and their kids to get out of the house and meet up with others for some much needed fun. Please see our Dad Trip page for details or upcoming activities: DadTrips
If you’re looking for something yourself, there’s lots to do for families in across Ayrshire - here’s some suggestions: DaysOut
Ayrshire WhatsApp Groups
Our WhatsApp groups provide a space for dads to connect. You’re free to ask each other questions or provide support and feedback to others who may be going through similar experiences. There’s some general chat too.
Joining is easy! Sign up to your group here: WhatsApp
Please note by asking to join our WhatsApp groups your name and number will be shared with the other group members.
Parenting workshops in Ayrshire
We provide free workshops to support Dads and families in North and East Ayrshire. Workshops include: Dads Antenatal, First Aid for babies and toddlers and Hairstyle. You are also welcome to join our online sessions for Antenatal, Sleep and Raising Children with Confidence. More information can be found here: Workshops
About our Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership
Dads Rock is working with both the North and East Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnerships with funding from the Scottish Government Whole Family Wellbeing Fund to provide much needed support to Dads in Ayrshire.
In a first of its kind partnership our Dads Rock workers are embedded in the Children and Family Health Teams helping Dads to be the best that they can be and support them to give their children the best possible start in life. This means working with Health Visiting, Midwifery and Social Work to provide bespoke 1-1 support for dads and their families at home and in the communities of the North and East Ayrshire.
For more information contact our team:
Ryan Warren - Service Manager WEST - Email - Ryan@dadsrock.org.uk - Phone - 07970441092
Gordon Auld - Dads Worker East Ayrshire - Email - Gordon@dadsrock.org.uk
You can read about the impact of this work here: NAImpact