Whitburn is one of the principal towns in West Lothian in Scotland situated on the River Almond, 8 miles south-west of Livingston. Whitburn was originally a crossroads settlement which grew during the 19th and 20th centuries as a coal and iron mining town, it was developed as a ‘New Town’ by the legislation of 1946 and had a thriving industry with the Polkemmet Colliery until its closure in the 1980’s. Historically interesting features include the Burgh Hall built c1830, the Whitburn Academy built in 1967 and the Whitburn South Parish Church dating from 1729 with a memorial in the Kirk-yard to Elizabeth Burns, the eldest daughter of Scotland’s National bard Robert Burns. The town is a popular tourist destination and is an ideal base to explore the Edinburgh, Lothians and Falkirk attractions with excellent transport links to all. There are hotels, B&B’s and self-catering holiday accommodation, a selection of shops, pubs, cafes and an award winning restaurant. The surrounding area is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts with walking and cycling tours available and fishing on the River Almond. The Polkemmet Country Park is set in beautiful woodland and has a 9-hole golf course. Nearby attractions include the Almond Valley Heritage Museum and the award winning Falkirk Wheel.
Dentist
Golf Club
Pub and Bar
Clachan Bar
Cross Tavern
Double Fife
Olde Market Inn
One Eight Bar & Restaurant
Restaurant
Clachan Bar
Karma
Olde Market Inn
One Eight Bar & Restaurant
School
Solicitor
Caesar & Howie
Sneddon Morrison
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B & C Taxis
Streamline Scotia
Z Cars
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Places to Stay near Whitburn
Hilcroft Hotel (0.75 miles)
MacDonald Cairn Hotel (2.29 miles)
This modern business hotel features spacious and comfortable public areas. Our comfortable bedrooms are tastefully decorated and display almost every modern amenity. The cuisine, service and lighting in our popular restaurant create just the right ambience. ... More | visit website
Osprey Guest House (2.30 miles)
Dreadnought Hotel (2.73 miles)
Swallow Kaim Park Hotel (3.14 miles)
Location is the key word at the Kaim Park Hotel, situated between Glasgow and Edinburgh in West Lothian. located in Bathgate minutes from the M8 and set in 3 acres of gardens.
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Premier Inn Livingston (Bathgate) (3.61 miles)
Located within easy reach of the M8, only 25 minutes from the centre of Edinburgh, 30 minutes to the centre of Glasgow and 25 minutes to Stirling. It's perfect for both business and leisure guests. ... More | visit websiteHoliday Inn Express Livingston (3.61 miles)
Blairmains Guest House (4.97 miles)
Belsyde Country House (6.13 miles)
Located between Edinburgh & Glasgow and sitting in it's own romantic, peaceful and secluded grounds in rolling countryside, it commands outstanding views northwards over the Forth Estuary to the Ochil Hills and Highlands. Nearby is ... More | visit website
Cobbinshaw Loch Cottages (6.16 miles)
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