Museums · Central Scotland
Almond Valley Heritage Centre
In or near Polbeth.
Almond Valley Heritage Centre — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Livingston Mill · 0.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Almond Valley Heritage Centre is a museum located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Almond Valley Heritage Centre is a family-friendly attraction set in 23 acres, featuring a mix of indoor and outdoor adventure zones, a rare breed farm, and a museum dedicated to shale oil. Visitors can enjoy activities like climbing, zip-lining, and exploring historical exhibits, making it a great destination for all ages.
Place summary
Almond Valley Heritage Centre is a museum located in central Scotland. It showcases the region's industrial and agricultural history through various exhibits and activities. The centre aims to educate visitors about local heritage and the evolution of the area.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.8855, -3.5484
- District
- West Lothian
- Postcode
- EH54 7AR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Livingston
- Phone
- 01506 414957
- Nearest railway station
- Livingston Mill — 0 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm; closed 25–26 Dec, 1–2 Jan
- Official site
- www.almondvalley.co.uk
Sources
- osm: way/244075641 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Almond Valley Heritage Centre?
- Almond Valley Heritage Centre is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH54 7AR).
- What is Almond Valley Heritage Centre?
- Almond Valley Heritage Centre — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Almond Valley Heritage Centre?
- The nearest railway station is Livingston Mill, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH54 7AR.
- How do I get to Almond Valley Heritage Centre?
- The nearest railway station is Livingston Mill, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH54 7AR.