Union Canal at Linlithgow – Linlithgow Palace loop from Linlithgow

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Linlithgow And Linlithgow Bridge

Union Canal at Linlithgow – Linlithgow Palace loop from Linlithgow

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Union Canal at Linlithgow – Linlithgow Palace loop from Linlithgow

01:29

5.74km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

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2.10 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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2.68 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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2.84 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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2.90 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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3.00 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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3.21 km

Linlithgow Palace

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The ruins of Linlithgow Palace are situated in the town of Linlithgow, West Lothian, Scotland, 15 miles (24 km) west of Edinburgh. The palace was one of the principal residences …

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