Trips
Ā West Lothian 50+ Network organises day trips to visit a very wide range of attractions and events.Ā You will find details of our upcoming tripsĀ on the Events section of our facebook page. New events are added regularly, so please look out for details of future outings.
Upcoming Trips
Day Trip to the Scottish Antiques & Arts Centre and Dundee
Saturday 30th November 2024.Ā Ā Cost: Ā£18Ā
Nestled in rural Perthshire and established in 1997, the Scottish Antiques & Art Centre has grown from small beginnings to a 4* visitor attraction of over 30,000 sq ft.
With over 100 dealers offering a wide range of items from jewellery, quirky collectables, vintage clothing, pottery, antique and vintage furniture, youāre sure to find your own piece of treasure.
Thereās also a fully licensed Bistro Style restaurant onsite, and a food hall that offers a varied range of Confectionery, Scottish Whiskies, Wines, Artisan Gins and local craft beers.
The contemporary shopping includes furniture, homewares, greeting cards, branded ladies fashion and so much more. The result is a unique and fascinating shopping experience.
With over 100 dealers offering a wide range of items from jewellery, quirky collectables, vintage clothing, pottery, antique and vintage furniture, youāre sure to find your own piece of treasure.
Thereās also a fully licensed Bistro Style restaurant onsite, and a food hall that offers a varied range of Confectionery, Scottish Whiskies, Wines, Artisan Gins and local craft beers.
The contemporary shopping includes furniture, homewares, greeting cards, branded ladies fashion and so much more. The result is a unique and fascinating shopping experience.
We then proceed to Dundee, city of Discovery where you will have free time to find restaurants, explore the shops or visit one of the many museums.
At Discovery Point climb aboard the Royal Research Ship, Discovery. Or visit the adjacent world-famous V&A museum, or the nearby Museum of Transport, HMS Unicorn. The McManus, Dundee’s Art Gallery and Museum has 8 galleries to explore and offers a fascinating insight into Dundee’s past. Or experience the fascinating tale of Dundeeās industrial heritage at the Verdant Works Museum.
At Discovery Point climb aboard the Royal Research Ship, Discovery. Or visit the adjacent world-famous V&A museum, or the nearby Museum of Transport, HMS Unicorn. The McManus, Dundee’s Art Gallery and Museum has 8 galleries to explore and offers a fascinating insight into Dundee’s past. Or experience the fascinating tale of Dundeeās industrial heritage at the Verdant Works Museum.
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Booking at the Hub from Weds 30th October. Ā£18
Pick up: New Railway Station, Bathgate
Pick up: New Railway Station, Bathgate
Book your place at the Hub from Weds 30th October.
Call 01506 635510 or email hub@westlothian50plusnetwork.co.uk
Autumn in the Trossachs & Perthshire
Saturday, 26th October 2024,Ā Ā Price: Ā£18
Enjoy the colours of Autumn on our scenic journey through the Trossachs and Perthshire countryside, passing through Killin, Aberfeldy and Dunkeld.
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Stop at the beautiful Falls of Dochart in Killin, before heading along the shores of Loch Tay to Aberfeldy, a charming town in the heart of Highland Perthshire.
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Our last stop is Dunkeld, an historic cathedral town on the banks of the Tay, opposite Birnham and one of the most complete 18th-century country towns in Scotland. Enjoy a river walk, or find great places to eat, and quality independent shops and galleries.
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Tickets are Ā£18. On sale at the Hub from Wednesday 2nd October.
Network Members enjoy a variety of trips:
