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 14th & 15th September!
About Doors Open Days West Lothian
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:
Blackburn House - virtual
new
Blackburn House in West Lothian was built by George Moncrieff in 1772. It is a fine example of an 18th Century country house in the Palladian style and is the only A-listed building in the local area.
Hopetoun House
new
15 September 2024
Hopetoun House is an 18th century stately home. Explore the house and grounds, home to the Earls of Hopetoun for over 300 years.
Sight Scotland Veterans - Linburn Activity Hub
14 September 2024
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.
Strathbock Parish Church - Ecclesmachan
new
14 September 2024
15 September 2024
A Church of Scotland church with a long history in Ecclesmachan.
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