Pather can be entered by vehicle from Caledonian Road into either Lomond Drive or Tarbert Avenue.

Pedestrian access is also available from Dimsdale at the top of the estate and from Thornlie Gill onto Lomond Drive as well as at The Tunnel area on Caladonian Road.

There is also a small arcade of shops on Caledonian Road at the entrance to Lomond Drive, Braw Dogs grooming, Sewing Workshop, Shopsmart convenience store and atm, June's Bridal wear and Kilt hire, also a Daytoday convenience store further along next to St Thomas'.

Pather Park is a very good dog walking area with dog waste bins provided, there are 3 football pitches and a changing Pavilion, the Park stretches from Caledonian Road to the "Old Roads" area at the now gone Pather Farm - the complete length of the estate.

Pather Community Centre is located at the bottom of the estate and holds various activities and another good dog walking area is available to the rear.