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Doors Open Days West Lothian

Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across West Lothian! This year's event will be held on 20th & 21st September!

Doors Open Days West Lothian

About Doors Open Days West Lothian

20th Sep 2025 to 21st Sep 2025
Various times and dates - see event website for details
Various Locations West Lothian
This is a free event
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Doors Open Days is Scotland’s largest free festival that celebrates heritage and the built environment, new and old. Every September, you can explore hundreds of fascinating buildings across Scotland for free. Some open up once a year, some just once in a lifetime.

Doors Open Days is a national event run by the Scottish Civic Trust. Information about the national programme, including event listings, can be found at www.doorsopendays.org.uk.

Programme Highlights:

Hopetoun House
21st September 2025

Discover the grandeur of Hopetoun House, Scotland’s finest stately home. This exquisite home is a shining example of 18th-century architecture, designed by the renowned William Bruce and William Adam. Step inside and explore stunning period interiors, rich in Georgian elegance. You can also wander through the beautiful Grounds, a peaceful haven of nature, history, and heritage. The Grounds are perfect for a relaxed stroll, or an afternoon of exploration.

Sight Scotland Veterans - Linburn Activity Hub
20th September 2025

Our activity hubs provide an opportunity for veterans to make social connections with their fellow service peer group and participate in activities. The veterans have the opportunity to learn new skills and engage in a range of activities to enhance their wellbeing.

St Peter's Scottish Episcopal Church, Linlithgow
new
20th September 2025
21stSeptember 2025

One of Scotland's smallest churches on the High Street in Linlithgow - look out for the bright red doors!
Members will be on hand to answer questions and show visitors around.



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