Follies · Central Scotland
Baillie Mausoleum
In or near East Whitburn.
Baillie Mausoleum is a folly in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Armadale · 2.7 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Baillie Mausoleum is a folly in central Scotland — built more for the eye than for any practical purpose, and a reminder of the British landscape's appetite for the eccentric. It sits within the Bathgate and Linlithgow parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Armadale, about 2.7 km away. Postcode area EH47.
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Official information
The Scottish Owl Centre is home to the largest collection of owls in the world, offering visitors the chance to meet and learn about various owl species. The centre features daily flying displays and hands-on educational experiences, making it a unique destination for wildlife enthusiasts.
Place summary
The Baillie Mausoleum is a folly located in central Scotland, postcode EH47. This structure serves as a notable example of 19th-century funerary architecture.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8668, -3.7171
- District
- West Lothian
- Postcode
- EH47 0AD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bathgate and Linlithgow
- Nearest railway station
- Armadale — 2.7 km
- Opening
- Daily 10.30am–5pm; closed December and mid-week November and January for booked groups only
- Official site
- www.scottishowlcentre.com
Sources
- osm: n8983269568 (ODbL)
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Whitburn Community Museum
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Whitburn Parish Kirk
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Brucefield Church
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Harthill
Villages · 2.3 km

Whitburn Academy
Natural landmarks · 2.4 km

Mining Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 2.5 km

Harthill War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 2.6 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Baillie Mausoleum?
- Baillie Mausoleum is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH47 0AD).
- What is Baillie Mausoleum?
- Baillie Mausoleum is a folly in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Baillie Mausoleum?
- The nearest railway station is Armadale, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH47 0AD.
- Is Baillie Mausoleum free to visit?
- Yes, Baillie Mausoleum is free to enter.
- How do I get to Baillie Mausoleum?
- The nearest railway station is Armadale, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH47 0AD.