Torphichen to Linlithgow via Cockleroy

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Overview

Bus to Torphichen returning to Linlithgow via Longcote, Cockleroy and Beecraigs. This is a linear walk, so will not return to Torphichen. Short climb up Cockleroy is optional.

Saturday, 8 March 2025

Meeting time:: 10:10 am
Start time:: 10:40 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: linear

Bus times taken from current timetable, so may vary should a new timetable be introduced.

Local Walk Grade: C+

Ref. No. 24/145

Features

Accessible by public transport
No car needed

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NS 99510 77081
Nearest postcode:: EH49 7AZ
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Meeting time:: 10:10 am

Meet West Port at 10:10 for 10:26 bus

Starting point

Grid reference:: NS 96752 72391
Nearest postcode:: EH48 4LY
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Start time:: 10:40 am

The start of the walk is at Torphichen Square. Bus scheduled at Torphichen at 10:40

Finishing point

Grid reference:: NS 99510 77081
Nearest postcode:: EH49 7AZ
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Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

West Port, Linlithgow

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