The Top 20 Attractions in West Lothian
There are plenty of places to see and visit in West Lothian. Whether you love hiking or cycling, West Lothian is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 12, 2025
Cockleroy Hill at 278m has a trig point and stunning 360-degree views. I's a standalone high point to the west of Beecraigs country park and an ascent can be added âŚ
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Lovely easy riding Sustrans trail through the woods. Higher up there is a another trail that you can use to loop round that pops out by Mid Hope Castle.
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Linlithgow Palace was built from 1424 and is best known as the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots (8 December 1542 - 8 February 1587). The palace fell into decline âŚ
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The Canal Centre is open on the following dates during 2017:
Weekends
Every Saturday and Sunday from Saturday 15th April till Sunday 24th September.
Canal Centre: 1 pm â 4.30 âŚ
Weekends
Every Saturday and Sunday from Saturday 15th April till Sunday 24th September.
Canal Centre: 1 pm â 4.30 âŚ
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The Union Canal is a canal in Scotland, running from Falkirk to Edinburgh, constructed to bring minerals, especially coal, to the capital. It was opened in 1822 and was initially âŚ
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Large park with a cafe plenty of trails and a MTB skills area.
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I think this needs re-classified, given the nature of the surfaces in Almondell I would not suggest it to be suitable for a road bike. MTB/Hybrid/CX/Gravel bikes should have no issue.
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A nippy wee climb but well worth the effort - fantastic view of Lothian, the bridges & over 2 darkest Fife. I'm a history buff, so a 5000 year old âŚ
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Beecraigs is actually a reservoir built between 1914 - 1918 by German prisoners of war. It was used to supply drinking water but was decommissioned as a reservoir in 1972. âŚ
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Red gravel trail suitable for most bikes however you will struggle a bit on skinny tyres.
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