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Cairnpapple Hill

Explore a rare ceremonial complex in the Bathgate Hills. The broad summit of Cairnpapple Hill was a significant site for ceremonies and burials for at least 4,000 years.

Cairnpapple Hill is now open again to visitors. Please see the opening times and prices noted below.

1st April to 30th September:

Daily, 9.30am to 5pm

Last entry 4.30pm

1st October to 31st March: Closed

We recommend booking in advance to guarantee entry

 

Category

Admission price

Adult (16-64yrs)

£7.00

Concession (65yrs+ and unemployed)

£5.50

Child (5-15yrs)

£4.00

Family (1 adult, 2 children)

£14.00

Family (2 adults, 2 children)

£20.00

Family (2 adults, 3 children)

£24.00

Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Concession price: this applies if you can show proof that you’re aged 65+ or unemployed.

Admission prices are subject to change. Free for Historic Scotland members.

  • Overview
  • Key info
  • Getting There
  • Free Onsite Parking
  • On Public Transport Route
  • Children Welcome
  • Only Cash or Debit/Credit Card

Address

Cairnpapple Hill
Bathgate Hills
West Lothian

Tickets offers

  • Adults £6.00
  • Children £3.60
  • Concessions £4.80

Prices and Opening times

Category Admission price
Adult (16-64yrs) £7.00
Concession (65yrs+ and unemployed) £5.50
Child (5-15yrs) £4.00
Family (1 adult, 2 children) £14.00
Family (2 adults, 2 children) £20.00
Family (2 adults, 3 children) £24.00

Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Concession price: this applies if you can show proof that you’re aged 65+ or unemployed.

Admission prices are subject to change. We recommend booking in advance to guarantee entry.

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 9.30am to 5pm
Last entry 4.30pm

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Closed

We recommend booking in advance to guarantee entry

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