Services
Countryside and wildlife
West Lothian Council's Countryside Ranger Service Events and Activities Programme 2010 is now available for bookings.
For further information please see http://www.beecraigs.com/ranger/ranger_prog.htm (new window) or download PDF of brochure (new window).
GO APE IS NOW OPEN!
Take to the trees and experience an exhilarating course of rope bridges, Tarzan Swings and zip slides up to 12 metres above the forest floor. Go Ape opened on the 15th of May 2010 and will operate daily until the end of October, opening weekends in November.
Share memorable hours of fun and adventure. With the longest zip of 266 metres and total length of crossings 811.3 metres, you'll be talking about your experience for days. Minimum age 10 yr. Minimum height 1.4m. Under 18's must be accompanied by a participating adult. Get more information, watch people Go Ape and book online at www.goape.co.uk (new window) or ring 08450948756.
Beecraigs Country Park
A one thousand-acre Country Park offering a wide range of recreational opportunities including trout fishery, deer attraction, target archery course, orienteering, pioneering, canoeing, kayaking, hillcraft, skiing, 5 day and weekend special interest courses, rock climbing, BBQ and picnic areas, trim course, woodland walks, play area and a caravan/camping site, restaurant with function room and a bar.
There is a Countryside Ranger Service to assist the public in their enjoyment of the countryside. Activities, guided walks, environmental education, illustrated talks and summer events are on offer from the Ranger Service. The Park Centre offers advice, craft sales, trout and venison sales, booking service for facilities and activities, and refreshments and confectionery.
Contacts: The Park Centre, Beecraigs Country Park, Nr Linlithgow, EH49 6PL. Tel. 01506 844516 Fax. 01506 846256 E-mail. mail@beecraigs.com or visit the official Beecraigs Website. (new window)
Almondell and Calderwood Country Park
Almondell and Calderwood Country Park is a 220-acre Country Park in Mid Calder, offering woodland and riverside walks, picnic areas and seating and barbecue facilities (although booking for barbecues is essential). The Park's Visitor Centre also has an aquarium, audio/visual and classroom facilities, a function room and sells refreshments. The Ranger Service based at the Country Park arranges talks, school visits and summer events.
Contacts: The Ranger Service and Visitor Centre can be contacted on 01506 882254. Contact can also be made by e-mail on almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk
Polkemmet Country Park
Polkemmet Country Park in Whitburn covers 169 acres and offers everything from a nine-hole golf course, driving range and bowling green, to play areas, trails and barbeque and picnic sites. There is also a Bridal shop and cafe. The Country Park's Ranger Service leads walks and activities.
Contacts: The Ranger Service and Visitor Centre can be contacted on 01501 743905. Contact can also be made by e-mail on polkemmet@westlothian.gov.uk
Traditional events
For a taste of the West Lothian – past and present – visit one of the annual events hosted by our traditional town centres.
Howden Park Centre
West Lothian’s most exciting venue for arts performances, music, dance, drama exhibitions, classes and food.
Visit our country parks
West Lothian has three country parks each with its unique features and activities.
