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daily 10am to 5pm throughout the year, except 25/26 Dec and 1/2 Jan

All the family will enjoy a wonderful day out at Almond Valley Heritage Centre, situated at the heart of Scotland just outside Livingston, West Lothian.
Nestled in a pleasant riverside site with woods and green spaces that extend for almost a mile, there's so to do and see. The picturesque buildings and paddocks of Mill Farm are home to many friendly farm animals, including Highland cattle, rare breed sheep, goats, ponies, horses, and some very inquisitive ducks.
There's always something happening, with milking, feeding, talks and handling sessions throughout much of the year, and a programme of seasonal crafts, games and activities for children during the school holidays. Kids can let off steam and engage their imagination in a range of unique play facilities including a simulated archaeological dig, a play mine, toy tractors, pedal carts and trampolines. Even if the sun isn't shining there are indoor play areas for all ages, and secrets to be discovered in the museum.
But you don't need to be a kid to enjoy Almond Valley. Seasonal tractor rides and trips on the narrow gauge railway transport you through a pleasant landscape to peaceful riverside walks. The working watermill and machinery shed provides an insight into West Lothian's rural past whilst the museum tells the fascinating story of Scotland's famous shale oil industry. And, (of course), we have a delightful tearoom.
Whether you're aged one or a hundred and one, we're certain that you'll leave Almond Valley with a smile on your face.

Glass from Bathgate works, Victoriana, early photographs and the Chloroform-invention.

Tuesday & Thursday 2.00pm - 6.30pm, Wednesday : 9.30am - 12.30pm, 1.30pm - 4.30pm

Visit the museum to see our display about coaching and other aspects of village history. We also show two temporary exhibitions each year. The museum is inside Blackridge Library.

Tel.: 01506 842065 (Peel)

Info Telefon: 01506 842 896
Besucher-Email: hs.rangers@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

Historic Scotland

Summer
1 April - 30 September, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun, 9.30 am to 5.30 pm
Winter
1 October - 31 March, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun, 9.30 am to 4.30 pm

Near the M9. There are regular train services to Linlithgow from Edinburgh and Glasgow. Walk 2 minutes to Linlithgow High Street, near Station Road; progress westwards to the Palace.

The magnificent ruins of Linlithgow Palace are set in a park beside a loch.

Most of the Stewart kings lived at the Palace. Numerous renovations to the palace’s grand facades and chambers were carried out as each sought to create the ideal modern palace.
Highlights
The location – majestically situated in the centre of Linlithgow, beside 15th-century St Michael’s Kirk, and overlooking the peel (park) and loch. The loch has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest thanks to its wildfowl population.
The magnificent great hall – despite being roofless, it still has the power to impress.
The oriels – elegant projecting windows off the king’s and queen’s bedchambers.
The fountain – a beautiful three-tiered ‘wedding-cake’ structure in the centre of the courtyard. It can be seen in full flow every Sunday in July and August.
The sculptures – all around the palace are sumptuous stone-carved figures, including beguiling angel musicians in the royal chapel.

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