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Beecraigs, Cockleroy and Witch Craig

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Overview

We will walk up to Beecraigs via Preston Road & Hillhouse Woodland. We will then take a circuitous route (mostly) incorporating Cockleroy Hill, Witch Craig & Beecraigs Loch before returning to Linlithgow. This walk is on good paths and tracks but these will be muddy in places due to the recent rain.
We hope to stop for refreshments at The Hideaway Cafe beside Beecraigs Visitor Centre on the way back so please bring a card or cash if you wish to join us.

Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Start time:
8:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.5km / 10.9mi
Ascent:
450m / 1476ft
Type:
circular

Local walk grade: B+

OS sheet: 65

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 99400 77001
Nearest postcode:
EH49 7AW
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Start time:
8:30 am

Car park behind West Port Hotel

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