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Beecraigs Country Park
West Lothian Council
The Park Centre, Near Linlithgow, West Lothian, EH49 6PL
 01506 844 516
 01506 846 256
 mail@beecraigs.com
 www.beecraigs.com
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Just three miles south of historic Linlithgow and nestled high in the
scenic Bathgate Hills. West Lothian Council caters for a wide range of
leisure and recreational interests within its 370 hectare (913 acre)
Country Park.
The Countryside Ranger Service will help you to both enjoy your
visit and understand the needs of the countryside. Groups are recommended
to arrange their visit with the Ranger Service well in advance.
So many things to experience throughout the year - the life cycle of
the trout and the majesty of the red deer, relaxing picnics, and country
sports such as archery, orienteering and fly fishing.
Begin at the Park Centre, a distinctive log cabin where advice,
information, crafts, farm sales and refreshments are available. Admission
is free and the Park is open throughout the year.
Miles of footpaths and trails criss-cross through the woodlands.
Cyclists and horse-riders are welcome on the surfaced forest roads.
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A walk to the top of Cockleroy Hill is well worth the effort, offering
panoramic views to Goat Fell on the Isle of Arran, Bass Rock off the Coast
of North Berwick, and Ben Vorlich and Ben More to the north.
Be alert for signs of small animals and birds - rabbits, kestrels, weasels,
squirrels and, for the sharp-eyed visitor, fox, roe deer and tawny owl.
At the trout farm the life cycle of the rainbow trout can be seen in the
rearing ponds. The trout farm is operated as a working unit, supplying fish for
the table and for stocking rivers and lochs, including our own Beecraigs Loch.
Britain's largest land mammal can be seen at the red deer farm, also
operated as a working unit. A pedestrian walkway and viewing platform provides
the visitor with spectacular views of the surrounding landscape as well as the
deer themselves.
A short walk through the woods or journey by car, brings the visitor to
Balvormie car park. This point is the start for the three colour-coded walking
trails. Also in this area are barbecues, a trim course, and an adventurous
play area enjoyed by both the young and old.
Contact the Park Centre for further information on acquiring fishing permits,
pony permits, barbecue permits, hire of the riding arena, orienteering maps,
outdoor pursuit activities, caravan and camp site bookings, and venison sales.
Open: All year. Park Centre open 9.00am - 4.00pm.
Prices: Entry free. Caravan and camping on request. Outdoor pursuits and fishing charges on request. Telephone Park Centre for further information.
Facilities: Restaurant, Picnic area, Car park, Coach parking, Toilets, Baby changing facilities (caravan site only), Pushchair access, Wheelchair partial access, Guided tours, Visitor centre, Shop with refreshments, Dogs allowed, Countryside Ranger Service, Adventure play area.
Travel Directions: 3 miles south of Linlithgow town, adjacent to the M9. Follow signs for the Park up to Preston Road.
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