Trips

 West Lothian 50+ Network organises day trips to visit a very wide range of attractions and events.  You will find details of our upcoming trips  on the Events section of our facebook page. New events are added regularly, so please look out for details of future outings.

Upcoming Trips

Members’ Coach Trip to Abbotsford House and Melrose

Saturday 28th February 2026

Enjoy rare, private access to Sir Walter Scott’s iconic Gothic home and gardens before it opens to the public in 2026. Explore this remarkable 19th-century house on the banks of the River Tweed, rich with history, architecture and treasures – without the crowds.

Followed by free time in Melrose where you can explore the town, browsing the independent shops, enjoy a relaxed coffee or lunch, visit the Abbey or perhaps have a stroll along the river Tweed.

đź•™ Depart: 10.00am from Bathgate Railway Station
đź•” Return: Approx. 5.00pm
đź’· Cost: ÂŁ35 per person (includes return coach travel and entry to Abbotsford House)
 
This is a relaxed, well-paced trip with good company and plenty of time at each venue. 
 
đź“Ś Bookings open Wednesday 28th January at 10am, on sale online, in our members’ hub and by phone.
Spaces are limited and these trips usually fill quickly.
 

Call 01506 635510 or email hub@westlothian50plusnetwork.co.uk

Members’ Coach Trip to the V&A Museum and Dundee

Saturday 28th March 2026

V&A Dundee is Scotland’s design museum, set within a striking, award-winning building on the revitalised waterfront. Inside, explore Scottish creativity, international exhibitions and the permanent Scottish Design Galleries.

Dundee city centre is compact, mostly flat and easy to explore on foot. Nearby attractions include the McManus Art Gallery & Museum, Discovery Point, the Verdant Works, Slessor Gardens along the River Tay, the Desperate Dan & Minnie the Minx statues, and a range of street art and public sculptures.

đź•™ Depart: from Bathgate Railway Station
đź’· Cost: ÂŁ21 per person (includes return coach travel, entry to the V&A Museum and free time in Dundee)
 
đź“Ś Bookings open Wednesday 25th February at 10am, on sale online, in our members’ hub and by phone.
Spaces are limited and these trips usually fill quickly.
 

Call 01506 635510 or email hub@westlothian50plusnetwork.co.uk

Members’ Coach Trip to North Berwick (with Scottish Seabird Centre add on option)

Saturday 25th April 2026

Explore beautiful North Berwick — with its picturesque harbour, sandy beaches, Highland Man statue, independent shops and welcoming cafés.

You’ll have the option to join our group booking to visit the award-winning Scottish Seabird Centre and discover Scotland’s amazing marine life, with live cameras from the world-famous Bass Rock. Relax with harbour views or enjoy a cuppa in the café.

đź•™ Depart: from Bathgate Railway Station
đź’· Cost: ÂŁ21 per person or ÂŁ33 with Seabird Centre add on (includes return coach travel and free time in North Berwick)
 
đź“Ś Bookings open Wednesday 25th March at 10am, on sale online, in our members’ hub and by phone.
Spaces are limited and these trips usually fill quickly.
 

Call 01506 635510 or email hub@westlothian50plusnetwork.co.uk

Network Members enjoy a variety of trips: