Top 4 Lakes around Linlithgow And Linlithgow Bridge

A bit overgrown when I was there which did make it a little difficult to traverse (locals were complaining about how Edinburgh council doesn’t maintain the area and they preferred being part of West Lothian council as at least they kept the area tidy - for less council tax too!), but it’s still pretty and there’s lots of wildlife (swans, ducks, and a heron today). And if you come here, you might as well head along to Norman Arch, another highlight along this path.

It's not a lake! it's a Loch...

Beecraigs is actually a reservoir built between 1914 - 1918 by German prisoners of war. It was used to supply drinking water but was decommissioned as a reservoir in 1972. It became part of Beecraigs country park in 1980 and is now a popular fishing and walking destination. The path around the edge of the loch is a nice short walk mostly under tree cover.

Limekilns is a village on the Firth of Forth. The village dates to at least the 14th century. It has a good natural harbour which created a good place to ferry goods and fish from. Later the port became more industrialised and would have been involved in the quicklime processing before the large kilns were built in Charlestown upstream. Running from here along the coast and inland on the network of minor roads and trails is nice, nothing is particularly hard or exciting but it's a good place for a pretty run or to get some miles in.

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Refreshments The Bruce Arms: https://www.brucearmslimekilns.co.uk/ Location: https://goo.gl/maps/PusbkTcYC9UNYtrm9 The Ship Inn: https://www.the-ship-inn-limekilns.co.uk/ Location: https://goo.gl/maps/gQvyrRsV6jgxQ7px8 The Sundial Cafe: https://www.facebook.com/SundialCafeLimekilns Location: https://goo.gl/maps/8KNnrMD6ocn5uvCQ9 The Church Tea Room: https://www.limekilnschurch.org/tearoom.html Location: https://goo.gl/maps/TPzbMoMRw5s66vLx6

The Scottish Outdoor Access Code A practical guide for all - https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/practical-guide-all Car parking: https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/practical-guide-all/out-and-about/car-parking Field edges - https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/practical-guide-all/fields-crops Dog walking - https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/practical-guide-all/dog-walking Farm animals - https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/practical-guide-all/farm-animals Farmyards: https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/practical-guide-all/property/farmyards Houses & Gardens: https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/practical-guide-all/property/houses-and-gardens The Highway Code – Pedestrians: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-highway-code/rules-for-pedestrians-1-to-35

Not a comprehensive list, but some safety and equipment information to consider before walking any route..... --------------- Safety You may have to divert from the route if it has changed since it was documented. Vegetation growth may make some sections of a route more difficult to navigate during summer months Is there time to complete the route before sunset. Consider the expected weather forecast - temperature, wind, rain or ice. A phone signal may not always be available. Let others know your intended route. Know your location from a map or what3words. Allow others to know your location via Google Maps or Walking Apps such as Komoot and outdooractive ----------------- Equipment Not comprehensive list, but some equipment you may require Footwear, walking poles & spare laces. Phone, battery backup pack & emergency contact details. Rucksack, waterproof clothing, watch, extra layers of clothing, foot blister patches, food, water, sun cream, torch, paracetamol, whistle, hat & gloves. First aid kit and any medication required. Survival bag.