The 10 Best Things to Do in Bathgate, United Kingdom (UK)

November 18, 2017 Darleen Reid

Bathgate in United Kingdom (UK), from Europe region, is best know for Movie Theaters. Discover best things to do in Bathgate with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
Restaurants in Bathgate

1. Bathgate Cinema

ST Davids,george Street, Bathgate, Scotland +44 7519 995827
Excellent
74%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 45 reviews

Bathgate Cinema

Reviewed By LanarkshiresBrettney - North Lanarkshire, United Kingdom

Returned to watch Goodbye Christopher Robin, it was a mid Thursday afternoon so it was quiet bar 4 others, still as comfy and staff still as helpful.
Reasonably priced and an asset to Bathgate town centre, quite possibly the best thing to happen to the town for quite sometime, hopefully it'll reattract business back to the precinct,

2. Scottish Owl Centre

Polkemmet Country Park, Whitburn EH47 0AD, Scotland +44 1501 228184
Excellent
70%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 253 reviews

Scottish Owl Centre

Reviewed By blaise c - Margao, India

The owl center is understated but very interesting even though pretty small. What a variety of owls, I never knew so many owls species existed. The staff is very helpful and knowledgeable.

3. Five Sisters Zoo

Gavieside, West Calder EH55 8PT, Scotland +44 1506 870000
Excellent
77%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1 reviews

Five Sisters Zoo

The Five Sisters Zoo offers a great value family day out for all the family. With over 120 different species from all around the world from bats to bears and lemurs to lynx everyone has their favourites. Daily handling sessions, keeper talks and feed the lemur sessions. School and groups are most welcome, group rates available. Please see the website for full details and admission charges. Open all year.

Reviewed By fatdrummer - Prestonpans, United Kingdom

Have not visited since 2012. What a difference, bigger and better than before. Spent about 5 hours in the place and could have stayed longer easily. Next time we'll have to get there earlier. Had an enjoyable wander round looking at the animals. The bears and lions didn't want to come out but you were able to look in the windows and see them. My wife loved watching the otters playing about. I could have watched the wolves all day. Our daughter was scared of the crocodiles but returned for a second visit before leaving. Nice little cafe for a warm drink and some food. Really enjoyed the visit and won't leave it so long for the next visit.

4. Almond Valley Heritage Centre

Livingston Mill Farm Millfield, Livingston EH54 7AR, Scotland +44 1506 414957
Excellent
65%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 472 reviews

Almond Valley Heritage Centre

A family-friendly museum on a peaceful riverside site with friendly farm animals, working watermill and interactive displays. Explore fields and woodland walks, join in daily demonstrations and activities, and let the kids go wild in Playgrounds, pedal carts and trampolines. Take a trip by tractor, ride the narrow-gauge railway, explore the museum, or bounce around in the indoor soft play area. There is lots to see and do at Almond Valley indoors and out.

Reviewed By JellyBunny_x - Cambridge, United Kingdom

There is such a variety of things to do here! From looking at the animals, to push go karts, musical toys, trampolines! Honestly for what we paid we got an amazing day out of it.
Food selection was great and had a lovely lunch in there. Highly recommended.

5. Linlithgow Palace

9 Kirkgate | Sulisker, Boghall, Linlithgow EH49 7AL, Scotland +44 1506 842896
Excellent
65%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1 reviews

Linlithgow Palace

The magnificent ruin of a great Royal Palace set in its own park and beside Linlithgow Loch. A favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens from James I (1406-37) onward. Building work commissioned by James I, III, IV, V and VI can be seen. The great hall and chapel are particularly fine. James V (1512) and Mary Queen of Scots (1542) were both born here. Surfaces inside the Palace are mainly stone slabs and small cobbles in the courtyard. The ticket office, shop and courtyard are accessible to visitors with disabilities. More mobile visitors should be able to access the first floor which forms the main part of the property. Access is available to Linlithgow Loch and extensive peel (park).

Reviewed By drummogo - Bo'ness

We have visited Linlithgow Palace many times and return most months.
The views from the outside are equal to the views from inside.
The friendly staff will give you a warm welcome and are very knowledgeable on the history of the building and the historical events
The Palace setting next to Linlithgow Loch is just amazing at any time of the year, parking is limited at busy times but there is plenty of parking just a short walk away. There is also good links by train and bus if you want to use public transport
Treat yourself to a pleasant walk around the Loch , it is about 2.5 Miles, the views of the Palace will take your breath away

6. Bo'ness and Kinneil Railway

Bo'Ness Station Union Street, Bo'ness EH51 9AQ, Scotland
Excellent
68%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 427 reviews

Bo'ness and Kinneil Railway

This hidden gem, only 40 minutes drive from Glasgow and Edinburgh, is located in the historic town of Bo’ness. Our friendly staff will welcome you aboard one of our heritage steam or diesel-hauled trains and wish you a pleasant journey. The train travels along the shore of the Firth of Forth with views of the majestic Ochil Hills, before climbing a tree-lined gradient, passing woodland, wild flowers and Waterfalls to the country station of Birkhill. Alight here to take a stroll in the ancient woodlands of the Avon Gorge.Beyond Birkhill, the train crosses the River Avon Viaduct to Manuel beside the Edinburgh to Glasgow railway line. Back at Bo’ness, visit the Museum of Scottish Railways, extended in 2012 with the addition of a 16,000 sq. ft. train shed to house the last remaining "Glasgow Blue Train", a recently restored Class 126 Diesel Multiple Unit and several other heritage items of rolling stock. In the main exhibition hall, operate a railway signal and points, climb aboard heritage locomotives and learn about the making, operating and using of Scottish Railways through the ages. Take time to sort some letters in the Post Office Sorting Van and view the classic video "Night Mail". Free parking, Station Buffet and Gift Shop.

Reviewed By Andrew K - London

Train decked out for Christmas. Nice and clean and warm too!
Conductor fellow handed out Reindeer hats and there was a song sheet on the table. We were in coach A, so saw santa first! Entertained by a magician. Enjoyed a sing song lead by a choir master and a man playing an accordion - lovely!
Back at the station we had complementary tea and a warm mince pie.
There was a model railway and a museum open too - a very enjoyable visit.
Well done to all the volunteers - a happy Christmas to you all!

7. Beecraigs Country Park

Beecraigs Country Park Near Linlithgow, Linlithgow EH49 6PL, Scotland +44 1506 284505
Excellent
62%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 239 reviews

Beecraigs Country Park

Reviewed By Michigander829 - South Haven, Michigan

We were taken to the Beecraigs restaurant for breakfast, which was excellent, and then put on our boots to walk it off. Deer and cattle to watch and good woodland walks. Lots of families at the adventure play park. A really nice place to spend two or three hours. We didn’t make it up the nearby hill which our hosts told us provided spectacular views. Next time definitely.

8. Edinburgh Monarchs Speedway

2 Bathgate Road, Armadale EH48 2PD, Scotland +44 1501 734404
Excellent
12%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
0%
Terrible
25%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 8 reviews

Edinburgh Monarchs Speedway

The Edinburgh Monarchs compete in Speedway Great Britain's Championship, racing on Friday nights throughout the season at their home track, Armadale Stadium, in West Lothian.

Reviewed By Douglas552 - Hawick

Armadale Stadium is home to greyhound racing but, more importantly, the home of the famous Edinburgh Monarchs Speedway Team who compete in the Premier League and won multiple honours in 2014. Luxurious facilities it hasn't but is a very family friendly experience with food and drink on offer throughtout the racing which takes place on Fridays at 7.30 from March till October. Because Armadale is quite a small track, racing is always close and spectators are close to the action which adds to the excitement

9. Polkemmet Country Park

Whitburn, Whitburn, Scotland
Excellent
48%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 45 reviews

Polkemmet Country Park

Reviewed By Rossergruffydd - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Driving from Harthill and spotted the signs for the park and the 'Owl Centre'. The access road is undergoing a make over, plenty of parking and a small Visitor Centre and ranger service base. The owl centre was closed on my visit, as was the cafe. Good maps of the park available and plenty of walks through the parkland. An old Polkemmet Colliery locomotive is on static display.

10. The Hippodrome

10 Hope Street, Bo'ness EH51 0AA, Scotland +44 1324 506177
Excellent
80%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 113 reviews

The Hippodrome

This fantastic pre-art deco picture palace was first opened in 1912. For decades it was the place to see the latest Hollywood and British blockbusters. It closed in the 1980’s after a short spell as a bingo hall. Now – thanks to a £2.1 million restoration project – the Hippodrome is open again, lovingly restored to its 1926 heyday. With a great program of blockbusters, art house and classic favorites, there’s bound to be something for everyone.

Reviewed By lesleyScotlandUk - scotland uk

Fantastic little cinema that can beat the big nationals hands down. Beautifully restored, Scotland first purpose built cinema that offers the best variety of movies Inc new releases. Sit back and chill out with the kids and reasonably prices goodies. Or make it a night with the adults and have a relaxing drink at your seat from the bar. Support the Hippodrome and help keep the doors open at this all institution with a fab range of prices for all budgets and screenings ..

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