April in West Lothian

Easter is almost here, and with that there’s plenty to do across West Lothian this month. The final event of the 2018/2019 Linlithgow Arts Guild Programme, Lana Trotovsek & Maria Canyigueral, takes place on the 6th April. Tickets are just £12 for an adult, and the event takes place from 7.30 at the Linlithgow Academy Theatre.

In Livingston, Easter Eggcitement runs from Saturday 30 March right through until Monday 22 April at Almond Valley Heritage Centre. The farm is alive with the cheeps and bleats of baby animals, who will be introduced to you at handling and encounter sessions. Over the four days of Easter, there will also be the famous plastic duck race.

You can join the Kids Gone Wild crew in Bellsquarry Wood for a fun Easter themed trail with woodland activities and tasks to complete along the way. Fancy dress is very much encouraged! The event takes place at various times on Saturday 20th, and you can book your spot through their website. Also in the countryside, Cairnpapple Hill has recently re-opened to visitors for the summer period. Just 2km east of Torphichen, you can explore a rare ceremonial complex in the Bathgate Hills as well as take in the stunning views across West Lothian.

A little further ahead, FLY Open Air Festival returns to Hopetoun House on the weekend of the 18th & 19th May. With the line-up featuring Solomun, Nina Kraviz, Sven Vath, Seth Troxler & Peggy Gou amongst others, it’s sure to be a good weekend.