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Mary Queen of Scots' birthplace on a royal loch — Linlithgow Palace's magnificent ruins, the beautiful loch setting, the Union Canal, and the royal burgh heritage make it one of Scotland's most romantically beautiful and historically significant small towns

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Known for

Linlithgow Palace (Mary Queen of Scots' birthplace, one of Scotland's most magnificent royal ruins), Linlithgow Loch, the Union Canal, and a beautiful West Lothian royal burgh

A little history

Linlithgow Palace — begun by James I in the 15th century and completed by James V — was the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots in 1542. The palace, now a magnificent shell after fire in 1746, stands on a promontory overlooking Linlithgow Loch. The town has been a royal burgh since 1138.

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Linlithgow Palace is extraordinarily beautiful — free to explore the exterior and always open. The palace interior with Historic Environment Scotland. Linlithgow Loch for the views. The Union Canal for walking and cycling.

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Linlithgow has excellent independent cafes and restaurants. The High Street has strong independent food. Local West Lothian produce throughout.

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