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Explore a rare ceremonial complex in the Bathgate Hills. The broad summit of Cairnpapple Hill was a significant site for ceremonies and burials for at least 4,000 years.
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- Getting There
- Free Onsite Parking
- Children Welcome
- Only Cash or Debit/Credit Card
Enjoy the short, gentle walk to the summit of Cairnpapple Hill.
Admire this great example of a henge monument – a rare class of Neolithic ceremonial monument.
Take in stunning views across the Forth Valley and beyond – you may even be able to see Goat Fell, Arran’s highest peak
Address
Cairnpapple Hill
Bathgate Hills
West Lothian
EH48 4NW
Tickets offers
- Adults £8.50
- Children (7-15 years) £5.00
- Concessions £6.80
Please see the Historic Environment Scotland page for latest ticket prices and offers.
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Opening hours:
1 Apr to 30 Sept: 10:00 - 16:30 (last entry 16:00).
May close for lunch.
1 Oct to 31 Mar: Closed
National Grid reference: NS 987 717
By car:
From Bathgate town centre, head north east on Waverley Street.
At the roundabout take the 1st exit for the B792. At the fork, take the road on the right and continue for 2 miles making 2 slight rights en route.
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