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Explore Historic Buildings For Free During Doors Open Days In West Lothian

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Doors Open DaysWest LothianScotland

Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival offers free access to buildings across West Lothian on 20th and 21st September. Run nationally by the Scottish Civic Trust, the event celebrates architecture and heritage, allowing the public to explore locations that sometimes open only once a year or once in a lifetime.

Explore Historic Buildings For Free During Doors Open Days In West Lothian

Programme Highlights

Explore Historic Buildings For Free During Doors Open Days In West Lothian

  • Breich Valley Church: Formed in February 2000 from four congregations, this modern building includes a multi-function sanctuary and meeting rooms.

  • Commonwealth War Graves Tour: The Commonwealth War Graves Commission hosts a guided tour at Linlithgow Cemetery.

  • Hopetoun House: Designed by William Bruce and William Adam, this 18th-century stately home features period interiors and extensive grounds.

  • Linlithgow Canal Centre: Built around the 1820s by Hugh Baird, the Category C Listed site includes a canal museum, tearoom, yard, wharf, and the Mel Gray Education Centre.

  • Sight Scotland Veterans - The Linburn Centre: Located on the outskirts of West Lothian, this level-access activity hub offers acoustic shooting, bowling, curling, arts and crafts, and gym exercises for visually impaired military veterans.

  • Whitburn South Church: Dating externally to 1729 with later restorations following a 1955 fire, the cross-shaped church received Listed Building Status in 1963.

Explore Historic Buildings For Free During Doors Open Days In West Lothian

The event is free of charge. Visitors are advised to check with venues or organisers for updates prior to visiting.

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