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Follies · Central Scotland

Baillie Mausoleum

In or near East Whitburn.

Paid admission♿ Wheelchair accessible🐾 Dog-friendly££

Baillie Mausoleum is a folly in the United Kingdom.

Polkemmet Country Park - geograph.org.uk - 160378

Kevin Rae — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

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.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.8668, -3.7171
District
West Lothian
Postcode
EH47 0AD
Parliamentary constituency
Bathgate and Linlithgow
Nearest railway station
Armadale2.7 km
Opening
Daily 10.30am–5pm; closed December and mid-week November and January for booked groups only

Sources

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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.