Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Tortoise
In or near Polbeth.
Tortoise — a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Elliott Simpson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- West Calder · 1.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Tortoise is a other 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
Five Sisters Zoo is home to over 160 species of animals, including Scotland's only cheetah. Visitors can explore various exhibits, including an indoor reptile house, and enjoy facilities like a restaurant and play park.
Place summary
Tortoise is a notable site located in central Scotland. It is recognised for its unique characteristics within the region, although specific details about its historical significance or designation are not provided.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.8633, -3.5611
- District
- West Lothian
- Postcode
- EH55 8PT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Livingston
- Phone
- 01506 87 00 00
- Nearest railway station
- West Calder — 1.1 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–6pm; last admission 4.30pm
- Official site
- www.fivesisterszoo.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/4241884927 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Tortoise?
- Tortoise is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH55 8PT).
- What is Tortoise?
- Tortoise — a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Tortoise?
- The nearest railway station is West Calder, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH55 8PT.
- Is Tortoise free to visit?
- Yes, Tortoise is free to enter.
- How do I get to Tortoise?
- The nearest railway station is West Calder, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH55 8PT.