The redevelopment of the Burgh Halls strengthens its traditional role as Linlithgow’s Town House. The magnificent building is now used to stage a wide range of events, social and community celebrations, weddings and, of course, the infamous Linlithgow Marches. The Halls also offers a self-help visitor information service, box office and a cafe.
The lower floor, which previously housed the visitor information centre, is now used as a resource space to study arts, crafts and heritage and also as a base for informal arts workshops and practical sessions for adults and children.
The ground floor encompasses a self-help visitor information service which includes free internet access to help you plan your visit or onward journey. The back of the building has been opened up for the first time, revealing a glass fronted cafe overlooking the peaceful Rose Garden.
The Halls offer a year-round visual arts programme which will be located in the light and spacious art gallery on the first floor. This beautiful space ensures that any exhibition will be set in the finest surroundings. On the same floor the impressive event space towards the rear of the building opens out onto a large outdoor terrace which boasts fantastic views of both St Michael’s Church and Linlithgow Palace.
The event space on the top floor overlooks the historic heart of Linlithgow and offers an ideal venue for any important gathering!
Make sure you visit this fantastic new venue.
Opening Hours:
Monday – Saturday 9am – 5pm, Sunday 11am – 5pm
For more information contact the Venue Co-ordinator burgh.halls@westlothian.gov.uk
The building is fully wheelchair accessible.
Getting Here:
On Foot
Linlithgow Burgh Halls is located in The Cross, the focal point of the town centre in the centre of the High Street. The main entrance to the building is accessed from the Kirkgate running up to Linlithgow Palace.
By Train
Linlithgow train station is a 5 min walk along the High Street to Linlithgow Burgh Halls. For up to date train information visit the National Rail website – www.nationalrail.co.uk (new window) Enquiries: 08457 48 49 50
Edinburgh Waverley – Linlithgow - Journey time: from 23 mins
Glasgow Queen Street - Linlithgow - Journey time: from 29 mins
Stirling – Linlithgow – Journey time: from 31 mins
By Bus
There is a circular town service and regular bus services to Linlithgow Cross from Edinburgh, Falkirk, Stirling, South Queensferry, Bo’ness and Bathgate. For up to date bus information visit the First Bus website - www.firstgroup.com (new window) Enquiries: 01324 602200
By Car
From Edinburgh: Take the M9 Motorway from Edinburgh, which is signposted to Stirling. Leave the M9 at Junction 3. At the roundabout just past the Tesco supermarket turn right onto the High Street and proceed to The Cross where there is Pay & Display parking.
From Glasgow/Stirling: Take the A80/M80 from Glasgow towards Stirling and then the M9 towards Edinburgh. Exit at Junction 4 and take the A803 to Linlithgow. You will cross the river Avon at Linlithgow Bridge and should proceed straight on, past the roundabout at the Westport, to the High Street and proceed to The Cross where there is Pay & Display parking.
Alternatively use the M8 Glasgow/Edinburgh motorway, exit at Junction 4 to the A801 and then fork right to the A706, which is signposted to Linlithgow. You will arrive in the town at the Leisure Centre. After passing under the railway (traffic lights) you should turn right at the roundabout on to the High Street.
From Fife & The North (Via the Forth Road Bridge): Take the M90/A90 and cross the Forth Road Bridge (no tolls going south). Exit left immediately after crossing the bridge and take the A904 (3rd exit from the roundabout) you can then stay on the A904 until it reaches a “T” junction at Champany where you should turn left for Linlithgow on the A803 or use a short stretch of the M9, exiting onto the A803 at Junction 3. The A803 enters Linlithgow from the east.
Car Parking
Linlithgow is a busy commuter town with lots of demand on parking. Visitors will normally find pay and display car parking spaces available at the Vennel Car Park, located in the centre of the town next to The Cross.
Limited parking is provided for visitors to the Palace and this is located at the top of the Kirkgate, through the Palace gateway. There is also free short term car parking for shoppers at The Regent Centre (max 2 hour).