Boat trips, museum, tearoom, day hire boat, and education centre Come and visit the Linlithgow Canal Centre on the Edinburgh & Glasgow Union Canal in Linlithgow (18 miles from Edinburgh), birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots.
The Edinburgh & Glasgow Union Canal is 31½ miles [50 km] long from Edinburgh to Falkirk and is linked to the Forth & Clyde Canal at Falkirk by the new Falkirk Wheel to continue the journey to Glasgow. The Canal Centre is administered by Linlithgow Union Canal Society (LUCS), by volunteer society members, and operates boat trips from Manse Road Basin every weekend from Easter until the end of Sep
The Edinburgh & Glasgow Union Canal is 31½ miles [50 km] long from Edinburgh to Falkirk and is linked to the Forth & Clyde Canal at Falkirk by the new Falkirk Wheel to continue the journey to Glasgow. The Canal Centre is administered by Linlithgow Union Canal Society (LUCS), by volunteer society members, and operates boat trips from Manse Road Basin every weekend from Easter until the end of Sep
Operating as usual
Tickets for Pumpkin Cruises now available - full details available at https://mailchi.mp/d2916debd1f7/tickets-for-pumpkin-cruises-now-available
Cruise from Manse Road Basin to Narrowboat farm (with return journey included) where you can select / pick your own pumpkin(s). Story teller on board on either the outward or return journey. Cakes and refreshments included on outward journey.
Our ever popular Pumpkin Cruises have just been released. Limited spaces available on these cruises, so best to book early. Book on-line at https://bookings.lucs.org.uk/
Our ever popular Pumpkin Cruises have just been released. Limited spaces available on these cruises, so best to book early. Book on-line at https://bookings.lucs.org.uk/
Last day of school hols. Wee trip on the canal this morning for the kids and lunch at Park Farm Bistro. Whats not to like (except no berth avail at bistro so it was a pin in the bank mooring)
Cruise to or from the Spectacular Falkirk Wheel on 29th August 2021. Advance Booking essential at www.lucs.org.uk
Cruise to or from the Spectacular Falkirk Wheel on 29th August 2021. Advance Booking essential at www.lucs.org.uk
Get in quick if you want to go on a cruise to (or from) the Falkirk Wheel on 29th August. Limited spaces available. Book your space here ... https://book.lucs.org.uk/w_wheel.asp?Cruise=Wheel
Current Covid-19 regulations impact the bookings that we can take. The regulations change over time and it is impossible to predict what will be in force in the future. We are currently accepting cruise bookings for single tables of up to 4 people who must be from the same household "bubble". The ta...
The July edition of Basin Banter is out now. You can get your copy here - https://mailchi.mp/edc2a7fa9011/your-july-edition-of-basin-banter
The newly appointed Transport Minister, Graeme Dey MSP, joined Scottish Canals’ CEO Catherine Topley at The Falkirk Wheel on Wednesday where she unveiled the organisation’s ambitious plans to become carbon neutral within 10 years.
Great to welcome Panacea to the basin today with our friends from The Sorted Project
Delighted to announce that in addition to our current weekend opening, we will be open 7 days per week from 28th June to coincide with the school holidays. Hope to see you at the basin.
Delighted to announce that in addition to our current weekend opening, we will be open 7 days per week from 28th June to coincide with the school holidays. Hope to see you at the basin.
Ahoy landlubbers, who fancies a day out on yer mighty own pirate ship. Yo ho ho. Did ye know ye can hire the good ship leamington fer a day durin' the school holidays.
Ahoy landlubbers, who fancies a day out on yer mighty own pirate ship. Yo ho ho. Did ye know ye can hire the good ship leamington fer a day durin' the school holidays.
Doesn't the basin look wonderful today
Doesn't the basin look wonderful today
STOP PRESS - Lucs planning to open 7 days a week from 28th June to coincide with school holidays.
If you'd like to help us get the Society fully functioning again, drop us a message and we'll get back to you.
STOP PRESS - Lucs planning to open 7 days a week from 28th June to coincide with school holidays.
If you'd like to help us get the Society fully functioning again, drop us a message and we'll get back to you.
Gorgeous day at the basin today. We are now open Saturdays and Sundays from 1:30 till 4:30pm
Gorgeous day at the basin today. We are now open Saturdays and Sundays from 1:30 till 4:30pm
LUCS are delighted to support the Virtual Marches Celebrations 2021
LUCS are delighted to support the Virtual Marches Celebrations 2021
Your June Edition of Basin Banter is out now. View your copy here - https://mailchi.mp/193411bd2569/your-june-edition-of-basin-banter
Bigger than the other boats, which take parties of 12, the Wooden Spoon can accommodate around 30 children and their teachers.
Great to see boats moving through the basin again at our members only weekend. Looking forward to the public opening on Sat 29th.
Great to see boats moving through the basin again at our members only weekend. Looking forward to the public opening on Sat 29th.
Members only days this weekend as we prepare to open to the public on the 29th. All members are welcome to come along as we test our "good to go" covid arrangements in the tea room and on the boats.
Excitement building as volunteers work towards 29th May....
Excitement building as volunteers work towards 29th May....
The latest edition (May 2021) of Basin Banter is available here - https://mailchi.mp/f89e79a858a6/your-latest-edition-of-basin-banter Get your copy now to read about our forthcoming Members Only weekend on 22nd & 23rd May.
Magnet fishing has proven to be an up and coming activity across the world and for the first time in the UK an agreement has been reached between Scottish Canals and Official Magnet Fishing Scotland.
Good to see volunteering getting underway again at the basin. Lots to do as we prepare for the summer season. If you would like to help, or get involved, drop us a Facebook message ...
Lovely letter from Buckingham Palace to our friends at Seagull Trust Cruises.
Letter of Acknowledgement
The latest Issue of Basin Banter is out now. Get your copy here - https://mailchi.mp/412afe17b699/your-latest-issue-of-basin-banter
Early on the 12th of August 2020 a one in 240-year storm resulted in a breach of the Union Canal near Muiravonside, which was recorded shortly after the incident by Historic Environment Scotland for its historic significance. Within a matter of hours, Scottish Canals, along with partners, led an eme...
The March '21 copy of Basin Banter is out now. You can view your copy here - https://mailchi.mp/af37f832d3d7/your-latest-copy-of-basin-banter
The March '21 copy of Basin Banter is out now. You can view your copy here - https://mailchi.mp/af37f832d3d7/your-latest-copy-of-basin-banter
The latest edition of Linlithgow Union Canal Society's "Basin Banter" is available now. Read your copy here - https://mailchi.mp/b141dc3c6b3f/your-latest-edition-of-basin-banter
Now that development of our new booking system is underway (see above), we are looking for help to test various parts of the system as they are being developed. This is an ideal little task if you are sitting at home during lock down in front of your screen and key pad. If you would like t...
LUCS gets huge boost with a grant from Museum Galleries Scotland. Read the full story here .... https://www.lucs.org.uk/grant-helps-lucs-look-to-the-future/
LUCS gets huge boost with a grant from Museum Galleries Scotland. Read the full story here .... https://www.lucs.org.uk/grant-helps-lucs-look-to-the-future/
The January 2021 edition of Basin Banter is out now. Read it here ..... https://mailchi.mp/2f2dca32c35d/your-latest-edition-of-basin-banter
Work is progressing at a pace on the new Winchburgh Marina. Scheduled to open by Easter 2021, the marina represents the first major development to the Union Canal since the Falkirk Wheel opened as part of the millennium link. You can see a superb time lapse image of the work here https://fb.watc...
Santa's done .... "My Linlithgow" used this photo of LUCS's Santa Flotilla on their Twitter page to say that Santa had completed his deliveries and was now away home for a well earned rest.
And so say all of us, but we have kept our Christmas Appeal open for anyone who still wishes to support our two nominated charities ~ Linlithgow Young Persons Project (LYPP) and River Kids. You can donate to our Christmas Appeal here .... www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lucs-santa
Santa's done .... "My Linlithgow" used this photo of LUCS's Santa Flotilla on their Twitter page to say that Santa had completed his deliveries and was now away home for a well earned rest.
And so say all of us, but we have kept our Christmas Appeal open for anyone who still wishes to support our two nominated charities ~ Linlithgow Young Persons Project (LYPP) and River Kids. You can donate to our Christmas Appeal here .... www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lucs-santa
Wonderful Obituary in Today's Scotsman for our dear friend Ronnie Rusack ~ https://www.scotsman.com/news/people/obituary-ronnie-rusack-publican-dedicated-revival-scotlands-canals-and-charity-work-3074630
Ronald Edward Seaton Rusack MBE, publican, fundraiser and canal preservationist Born: 15 May, 1948 in Haddington. Died: 24 November, 2020 in Edinburgh, aged 72.
A Christmas Message from LUCS ~ Read all about our Christmas Video at - https://mailchi.mp/95dffd72a8eb/a-christmas-message-from-lucs
We are delighted to have selected two local charities to support during this festive period, and we hope that the production and viewing of "Santa (and his mischievous elves)" will help with their fundraising during these difficult times, All funds donated through our Christmas Appeal will be split....
Due to Covid 19 restrictions, this year the members of Linlithgow Union Canal Society are unable to hold the ever-popular Santa’s Grotto and Boat Trips at Manse Road Basin.
However, LUCS members still wished to make their annual Christmas contribution to the families and children of the Linlithgow and West Lothian communities and have produced their very own Christmas Video ~ Santa (and his mischievous elves)
As you will see in the video, we are also raising funds for two very special local charities ~ Linlithgow Young Peoples Project, and River Kids from Livingston.
Now sit back, and enjoy the antics of Santa (and his mischievous elves) at .... https://youtu.be/EIBODY06mKY
Due to Covid 19 restrictions, this year the members of Linlithgow Union Canal Society are unable to hold the ever-popular Santa’s Grotto and Boat Trips at Manse Road Basin.
However, LUCS members still wished to make their annual Christmas contribution to the families and children of the Linlithgow and West Lothian communities and have produced their very own Christmas Video ~ Santa (and his mischievous elves)
As you will see in the video, we are also raising funds for two very special local charities ~ Linlithgow Young Peoples Project, and River Kids from Livingston.
Now sit back, and enjoy the antics of Santa (and his mischievous elves) at .... https://youtu.be/EIBODY06mKY
More strange happenings on the Union Canal tow path. (what's been happening near Linlithgow ?) More info coming from LUCS soon ...
More strange happenings on the Union Canal tow path. (what's been happening near Linlithgow ?) More info coming from LUCS soon ...
Strange happenings on the Union Canal tow path. (It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas) More info coming from LUCS soon ...
Strange happenings on the Union Canal tow path. (It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas) More info coming from LUCS soon ...
41st AGM ~ Doesn't time fly when you're enjoying yourself ....
Nice wee mention for LUCS in The Sunday Post. Helpful volunteers appreciated as always. https://www.sundaypost.com/fp/travel-who-needs-wheels-boats-for-beginners-on-a-scottish-canal-break/
I have to admit that our narrowboat holiday didn’t get off to the best of starts. The idea of four nights cruising along one of the most scenic stretches of the Union Canal from the massive Falkirk Wheel towards Edinburgh had got everyone excited.
Sorry for pinching this from another FB posting, but we just had to show this wonderful Autumn picture of our lovely Union Canal
Canal Basin, Manse Rd
Linlithgow
EH49 6AJ
5 minutes walk from Linlithgow Railway Station
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A small clip from today's performance by Trio Vocali3e at the basin as part of #NCMD2017 National Chamber Music Day
16 second Town Trip Normally this is a relaxing 25 minutes but if you really are in a hurry .....
Linlithgow Union Canal Society (LUCS), continues to attract a large amount of visitors to the town, and yet it is run entirely by volunteers. But you don’t have to be a boat fanatic to get involved. Our helpers include Museum Attendants / Curators, Gardeners, Tea Room Helpers, Painters, Electricians, Joiners, Admin staff, Web Designers, Marketing , Media and PR personnel and the many other activities needed to keep the Canal Centre at the forefront of Scotland’s (and Linlithgow’s) favourite family destinations and tourist trail. But if you want to help with the boats, then that’s OK too !!!
You name it, and we could probably use your skills or help you expand your interests or hobbies, and you can put in as much or as little time as you wish.
If you would like to help in any way, why not drop us an email, or come along to the canal basin on a Wednesday or Saturday morning when you will be able to discuss how you can get involved with one of our active members, or just enjoy a cup of coffee around our cosy log fire.
You will be made very welcome
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