7 Free Days Out and Things to Do With Kids in West Lothian
I'm still adding to this list, so keep checking back, please get in touch if you've got any hidden gems to recommend, or if you have a picture to replace any that I'm missing (ie the places that have words). As a thank you, I'll send a 20% money off voucher to spend in the shop for anything that gets used.
I've tried to make sure that all the details on here are up to date, but please do double check on the websites I've linked to before you travel in case anything has changed. Although I'd love to be able to travel to every place on here, time and practicalities dictate that I've sourced a lot of information from 3rd parties so some information might be incorrect (Please let me know if you spot anything that is so that I can amend it).
Especially important: double check parking costs to avoid any nasty surprises on a day out that was supposed to be cheap, and obviously, be careful if you're visiting places with kids, especially where the terrain is dangerous (ruins, cliffs, beaches, slippy paths etc).
Happy adventuring!
913 acres, including an adventure play park woodland walks, and nature spotting including highland cattle and red deer.
Lots of woodland, meadows, river, a play area, bridges, and trails to follow.
Lots of walks through the woods and by the river, as well as an adventure playground.
Learn about local history, from royal connections, trade, and the people who lived and worked in the area in centuries past. Check their website for their programme of events, including family events in school holidays.
A great example of a 'Crag and tail' landform for all geology fans, it offers a lovely, short hill walk for families, with amazing views from the summit.
An easy stroll round the loch, going past Linlithgow Palace (the birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots, check on their website of opening times and prices). There's also a playground.
Follow the 2km boardwalk over the raised and blanket peat bogs, (be careful with the kids, bogs can be dangerous). Enjoy the peace, watch nature, and visit the Blackridge Community Museum if it's open.
You know what the kids would love to be filling in as you're exploring new places? An epic activity pack! And it should be filled with easy activity ideas, and stickers, and personalised!
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