Linlithgow Palace – Linlithgow Loch loop from Linlithgow

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Linlithgow And Linlithgow Bridge

Linlithgow Palace – Linlithgow Loch loop from Linlithgow

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Linlithgow Palace – Linlithgow Loch loop from Linlithgow

01:57

7.33km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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287 m

Site of the former Carmelite Friary

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Here in Rosemount Park of Linlithgow are the foundations of a former Carmelite monastery. The monastery was founded in the late 13th century and was one of twelve Carmelite monasteries …

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848 m

Dudley the Cat

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Dudley was once the most popular cat on the Union Canal. This sculpture was erected in her honor.

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954 m

Linlithgow's Dovecote

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Here in Linlithgow is the only surviving beehive-like doocot in West Lothian. It was built in the 16th century and has 370 nesting holes inside.

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1.16 km

Linlithgow Palace

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The ruins of Linlithgow Palace are situated in the town of Linlithgow, West Lothian, Scotland, 15 miles (24 km) west of Edinburgh. The palace was one of the principal residences …

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1.60 km

Union Canal at Linlithgow

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The Union Canal is a peaceful way to cross the Scottish industrial heartland. The Canal is surprisingly rural even close to to towns like Linlithgow.

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4.16 km

View of Linlithgow Palace from Linlithgow Loch

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Linlithgow Loch is a shallow freshwater loch which is interesting as an example of how lakes can adapt to eutrophication. Over the years high levels of agricultural run off has …

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5.32 km

Linlithgow Loch

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Spot the manmade islands on the loch - originally, there were piers leading to it from the loch's banks...

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6.60 km

Linlithgow Canal Centre and Wharf

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The Linlithgow Canal Centre lies on the Union Canal as it traverses the southern part of Linlithgow, an historic town in West Lothian. The scenic Canal Centre offers refreshments, boat …

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7.33 km

End point

Bus stop

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