Almondell & Calderwood Country Park
Almondell & Calderwood Country Park is tucked out of sight in the valley of the River Almond between Broxburn and East Calder, Almondell & Calderwood Country Park is probably the best kept secret in West Lothian!
Storm Eowyn
Following Storm Eowyn on the 24 January 2025 and further wet and windy weather, the wooded areas within West Lothian suffered significant damage. Clearance work on forest roads and main access routes have now been completed but not all wooded areas and paths are clear of windblown damage, so we ask users to stay vigilant especially during wet and windy weather conditions.
If you visit a wooded site, we are asking all visitors to:
- Always follow signage and do not breach path closures
- Stay well away from work areas
- Choose an alternative route if your way ahead is blocked
From Saturday 1 March 2025 Beecraigs Country Park is removing the red zone restrictions but some wooded areas within the Park remain out of bounds.
Forestry clearance works will continue over the coming months across many woodlands in West Lothian; stay clear of timber stacks and do not climb on these please.
Almondell & Calderwood Country Park
Based around two adjoining estates (Almondell and Calderwood) and with a history going back 340 million years to the time of the Carboniferous swamps, this area has much to offer its visitors.
- Almondell & Calderwood video (opens new window)
- Almondell and Calderwood Country Park Map (PDF, 590 KB)(opens new window)
Left undeveloped and unspoilt, Calderwood is a complete contrast to Almondell. This natural woodland, located on a plateau bounded by the Linhouse and Murieston Waters, is home to a wealth of wildlife. Roe deer, fox, heron and woodpecker all make their homes here, while the many oak and hazel trees provide food for the squirrels and wood mice. For this reason Calderwood has been designated a Site of Scientific Interest (SSSI).
Almondell History - Almondell History (PDF, 1 MB)(opens new window)
Community Heritage Trail - Almondell Heritage Trail Leaflet (PDF, 535 KB)(opens new window)
Visitor Centre Opening times
Almondell & Calderwood is open throughout the year and admission is free.
| Visitor Centre | |
| Winter: 28/10/2024 - 30/03/2025 | 10am - 4pm |
| Summer: 31/03/2025 - 26/10/2025 | 9am - 5pm |
Please note, Almondell Visitor Centre closes for lunch between 12.30-13.00.
The Visitor Centre and public toilets are closed on the 25 December and 26 December and 1 and 2 January.
Accessibility Guide
Tariffs and Contact Details
Tariffs
Contact - Telephone: 01506 882254
Email: almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk
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