Get out and about

Walks planned

The sun is out and now’s the time to get out and about and enjoy what West Lothian has to offer.

On Tuesdays at 10am walkers will meet at Beecraigs Country Park.

In Craigshill a group also meets on Tuesdays at 10am at Craigshill Shopping Mall.

In Linlithgow there is a dementia-friendly group on Wednesdays at 10am.

There is free car parking available behind Tesco and all walkers are invited to join the group for a coffee after the walk.

In Broxburn (Strathbrock RVS) there is a 30-minute, f l a t , easy walk on Wednesdays at 10am meeting at Strathbrock Partnership Centre.

Finally in Livingston there is an evening walk on Wednesdays at 7pm.

I t leaves from the Livingston Inn Car Park, the route of this walk will be decided on the night.

The walks are organised by West Lothian council’s Health Improvement Team.

A spokesperson said the walks are designed to be informal and inclusive to ensure that everyone who wants to join in feels welcome.

They said: “Our groups are friendly and welcoming and the trained walk leaders will support new walkers to build up their pace and distance. You can meet new friends, discover new walks and improve your fitness.

“The walk will last about 60 minutes and you will be able to walk at your own pace.

“Sorry, but dogs are not allowed on the walks.”

First time walkers should arrive 15 minutes before. Call 01506 775626 or e-mail hit@ westlothian.gov.uk.