Things to Do in Bo'ness
15 attractions and days out
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Cinema & Theatre
Hippodrome Boness
This Hope Street venue offers live performances and screenings with onsite dining, baby changing rooms and accessible toilets, though wheelchair access is limited.
Railways & Transport
Bo'ness and Kinneil Railway
Step aboard a heritage steam train for a scenic journey through Scottish countryside, with traditional treats available from the buffet car. Family-friendly facilities include accessible amenities and an onsite restaurant.
Museums & Galleries
Bo'ness Motor Museum
Explore Scotland's automotive heritage at this accessible museum featuring classic cars and vintage vehicles, with convenient parking and family facilities including baby changing areas.
Indoor Soft Play
Playbugs Play Centre
Little ones can burn off energy at this industrial estate soft play venue featuring climbing frames and slides, with an onsite restaurant serving snacks and meals for hungry families.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Linlithgow Palace
Explore the magnificent ruins of this royal Scottish palace where Mary Queen of Scots was born, featuring grand halls and stunning lochside views. Wheelchair accessible with onsite parking and facilities.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Linlithgow Spy Mission Treasure Trail
Explore Linlithgow's landmarks while cracking clues on this family-friendly spy adventure that transforms sightseeing into an exciting team challenge to rescue the town.
Museums & Galleries
The Linlithgow Story Museum
Discover the fascinating heritage of this historic Scottish town through engaging displays at Annet House on the High Street. A compact museum experience with nearby parking available.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Maisie Gray Pottery & Crafts
Let your family's creativity shine at this welcoming Linlithgow pottery studio where everyone can craft their own ceramic masterpieces in a fully accessible, pushchair and wheelchair-friendly space.
Skiing & Snowboarding
Polmonthill Ski Centre
Hit the slopes at this family-run ski centre offering year-round winter sports fun with an onsite restaurant and baby changing facilities, plus welcoming picnic areas for those who prefer to pack their own lunch.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Xcite Linlithgow Leisure Centre
Active family fun awaits at this West Lothian leisure facility on McGinley Way, offering swimming and fitness activities for all ages to enjoy together.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Grangemouth Sports Complex
This accessible leisure facility on Abbots Road welcomes families with its swimming amenities, picnic-friendly spaces and onsite dining, plus full baby changing and wheelchair facilities.
Parks & Play Areas
Muiravonside Country Park
Explore woodland trails and open spaces perfect for family adventures, with baby changing facilities available. Note that certain areas have limited accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Parks & Play Areas
Zetland Park
A neighbourhood park on Abbots Road offering outdoor space for family activities, though visitors should note limited facilities including no toilets, baby changing areas or wheelchair access.
Parks & Play Areas
Beecraigs Country Park
This expansive 370-hectare countryside escape close to Linlithgow offers families countless outdoor pursuits, with picnic spots, dining options and ample parking for a full day's adventure.
Indoor Soft Play
Fun Factory Cadgers Brae
This Polmont venue offers a secure environment where children can enjoy soft play adventures, complete with wheelchair access, onsite dining and convenient facilities for families with babies.
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