AT THE HEART OF SCOTLAND
Linlithgow & Area
Linlithgow, famous as the birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots, is an ancient Royal burgh that is truly steeped in history. The Palace of Linlithgow sits majestically on the loch, with the glittering spire of St Michael’s Church nestling alongside. Your Court Residence receptionist can provide you with details of things to see and do, as well as help to arrange any bookings you might require, but here are a few ideas to whet the appetite:
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Linlithgow Palace tour or summer jousting tournament
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Outdoor pursuits such as sailing, canoeing, windsurfing
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Wildlife watching at the lochside
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Cycling or a boat ride along the picturesque Union Canal
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The 370 hectare Beecraigs Country Park
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Steam train ride at The Museum of Scottish Railways, Bo’ness
First class local butchers, bakers and fishmongers, as well as supermarkets for self-catering are located within a few minutes walk.
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Further Afield
Being so central, you can reach many attractions and areas from your base in Linlithgow. Some of our favourites include:
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Edinburgh, Scotland's capital is only 20 minutes by train
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Glasgow, Scotland's largest city is only 30 minutes by train
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15 minutes from Edinburgh Airport
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St Andrews, the home of golf
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Bannockburn & The Wallace Monument
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Historic Stirling with stunning Castle
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The Scottish Borders
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The Kingdom of Fife
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The Isle of Arran
So whether you hire a car or use the excellent public transport options on our doorstep, you are never more than a short journey away from some of Scotland's incredible scenery, attractions and cities.
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Sports & Activities
The natural beauty of the Linlithgow and surrounding area lends itself perfectly to the outdoor activities.
Walkers are well catered for in the area, as Linlithgow gives you access to walks suitable for all levels of experience. If you are looking for an easy woodland walk, a challenging trek in the nearby Ochil Hills or a demanding climb up one of Scotland's Munro's, there’s no shortage or variety of walks to tackle.
For cyclists, there are many cycle routes in and around Linlithgow, including the John Muir Way, which passes by the town and gives you access to a great range of cycling routes that take in attractions such as The Kelpies and the Falkirk Wheel,
Golfers will be spoiled for choice with the numerous golf clubs in the Central Belt. We are also close to world famous courses such as Gleneagles, home of the 2014 Ryder Cup and just over an hour to St Andrews.
If water sports is your thing, Loch Lomond, around an hour away, offers the opportunity to try out many different water sports, such as gentle pursuits like fishing and canoeing or thrill seeking activities like water-skiing,
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