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Union Canal at Linlithgow – Linlithgow's Dovecote loop from Bridgend

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Union Canal at Linlithgow – Linlithgow's Dovecote loop from Bridgend

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Union Canal at Linlithgow – Linlithgow's Dovecote loop from Bridgend

00:33

9.27km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

879 m

The Burger Barn at The Park Bistro

Highlight • Restaurant

Converted cattle shed with 3 large arched windows serving local produce on an international menu. Food was lovely 🥰 pricier than a normal coffee stop but well worth it

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2

3.55 km

Linlithgow Canal Centre and Wharf

Highlight • Structure

The Linlithgow Canal Centre lies on the Union Canal as it traverses the southern part of Linlithgow, an historic town in West Lothian. The scenic Canal Centre offers refreshments, boat …

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3

3.70 km

Linlithgow Canal Centre and Tea Room

Highlight • Cafe

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 – 4.30 …

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4

3.84 km

Dudley the Cat

Highlight • Monument

Dudley was once the most popular cat on the Union Canal. This sculpture was erected in her honor.

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5

5.03 km

Union Canal at Linlithgow

Highlight • River

The Union Canal is a peaceful way to cross the Scottish industrial heartland. The Canal is surprisingly rural even close to to towns like Linlithgow.

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6

5.60 km

Linlithgow's Dovecote

Highlight • Historical Site

Here in Linlithgow is the only surviving beehive-like doocot in West Lothian. It was built in the 16th century and has 370 nesting holes inside.

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9.27 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.01 km

1.78 km

344 m

134 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.51 km

403 m

189 m

134 m

< 100 m

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