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Almondell and Calderwood Country Park
West Lothian Council
Visitor Centre, Broxburn, West Lothian, EH52 5PE
 01506 882 254
 almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk
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Tucked out of sight in the valley of the River Almond and stretching
for 1.5 miles between Broxburn and East Calder, Almondell and Calderwood
Country Park is probably the best kept secret in West Lothian!
Based around two adjoining estates (Almondell at 97 acres and
Calderwood at 130 acres) and with a history going back 340 million
years to the time of the Carboniferous swamps, this area has much to
offer its visitors.
At the Visitor Centre, the Countryside Ranger Service will help
you to both enjoy your visit and understand the needs of the countryside.
Whether it be assisting school visits, giving illustrated talks,
organising nature and conservation clubs, or leading guided walks and
activities, contact the Ranger Service.
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Left undeveloped and unspoilt, Calderwood is a complete contrast to
Almondell. This natural woodland, located on the plateau bounded by the
Linhouse and Murieston Waters, is home to a wealth of wildlife. Roe deer,
fox, heron and woodpecker all make their homes here, while the many oak
and hazel trees provide food for the squirrels and woodmice.
The converted stable block now houses the Visitor Centre where people
can come for information on what to see and do in the surrounding countryside,
book the use of the facilities (such as the barbecue sites and the conference
room) or relax in the conservatory, where light refreshments are available.
Whatever the season, there is always something of interest for visitors to
Almondell and Calderwood Country Park - peace and quiet, walking the dog,
a family barbecue, picnicking or simply soaking up the atmosphere.
Spring flowers, summer azaleas, autumn colour, winter woodland - Almondell
and Calderwood has a time for everyone!
Open: Park open all year. South Car Park (East Calder) - October to March, Closes 4.00pm; April to
September, Closes 5.00pm.
North Car Park - Hours vary, please phone.
Other car parks - don't close.
Prices: Admission free.
Facilities: Picnic area, Car park, Coach parking, Toilets, Pushchair access, Wheelchair partial access, Guided tours, Visitor centre, Shop with refreshments, Dogs allowed, Countryside Ranger Service, Play area.
Travel Directions: North entrance - Signposted off the A89, 2 miles due south of Broxburn. This is the nearest car park to the Visitor Centre with access to disabled car park.
South entrance - On the B7015 at the east end of East Calder village.
Gasworks Brae - Next to the Masonic Hall on Bank Street in Mid-Calder.
Oakbank car park - On the A71, three quarters of a mile east of the Lizzie Brice roundabout.
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However, some information may be out of date, so you are advised to check with a site before visiting.
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