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How to get to Donaldson's
Donaldson's situated in the historic town of Linlithgow. We are situated at the very top of Preston Road, just outside the town centre and offering amazing views of Linlithgow and beyond.
Linlithgow is well positioned within Scotland with easy access by car or train from all major towns within the central belt. By car, the school is only 35 minutes from Edinburgh; 45 minutes from Glasgow; 25 minutes from Stirling; and 20 minutes from Livingston.
By Car
The easiest way to travel to Linlithgow by car is via the M9 motorway. Take
Junction 3 if you are travelling North (e.g. from Edinburgh) or Junction 4 if you
are travelling South (e.g. from Stirling). We are located on Preston Road which is the turning off the High Street next to the West Port Hotel. Click here for an online map of the school location (courtesy of Streetmap.co.uk).
By public transport
Linlithgow has its own train station which is on the main Glasgow to Edinburgh line (stopping here 2 times per hour). There are also regular services to Stirling, Dunblane, Perth and further afield.
For up to date information on trains to/from Linlithgow please visit ScotRail or National Rail Enquires.
Linlithgow is also served by regular bus services from around the region. For the latest route information and timetables visit First Buses
Information on Linlithgow
Linlithgow town is probably most famous for its Palace, birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots. This wonderful 15th century ruin is perfectly positioned beside Linlithgow Loch. The rich history and central location make Linlithgow a popular tourist destination, while a significant proportion of the local population make the daily commute to Glasgow, Edinburgh, or Stirling. Unlike many other commuter towns, however, Linlithgow enjoys a considerable amount of local facilities and has a strong sense of identity despite rapid growth in recent years.
Donaldson's School joins a number of other educational establishments within the town. This includes Linlithgow Academy, which regularly appears close to the top of the school league tables in Scotland and is one of the main reasons for the demand for housing in Linlithgow, as well as five primary schools: Linlithgow Primary School, St Joseph’s Primary School, Linlithgow Bridge Primary School, Low Port Primary School and Springfield Primary School.
A substantial number of local parks, including play areas for children, are spread throughout the burgh, with the tract of land surrounding the palace, known as The Peel, being particularly popular in summer. Low Port outdoor education centre is situated next to the loch and provides facilities for sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, all-terrain biking, climbing and other activities. Nearby country parks Beecraigs and Muiravonside are very much worth a visit for young and old alike.
More information on Linlithgow
The following websites offer more information about Linlithgow:
www.linlithgowtoday.co.uk
www.linlithgow.com
www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
www.visitscotland.com
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