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We are the Livingston Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

From Livingston North Station we will follow surfaced paths to reach Dechmont Woods which we will walk through, passing the well-known site of a UFO incident in 1979 before ascending Dechmont Law from which we should hopefully be rewarded with far reaching views in all directions. 

For those who do not wish to ascend Dechmont Law there is an alternative route around the base of the hill.

How well can you recognise familiar places in the evening light? After seeing what places, we can recognise we will continue through the park & return along surfaced paths to the start.

 

Thursday, 9 October 2025
Start time:
6:45 pm
Estimated finish time:
8:35 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
107m / 351ft
Type:
circular

Walking boots & a headtorch are recommended as the woods are unlit & may be muddy, especially after rain. 

Features

  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 03685 68627
Nearest postcode:
EH54 8EG
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Start time:
6:45 pm

We will meet in Livingston North Railway Station car park (Glasgow side) where the walk will start at 6.45pm

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking