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MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS TRAIL- Linlithgow Palace: Birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots
This is the second stop on our MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS TRAIL: Following in her footsteps. We will be going to every single place that we know that Mary Queen of Scots went, and we'll be talking about the history along the way. In this episode we are at LINLITHGOW PALACE- where Mary Queen of Scots was born. We will also talk about St. Michael's church, right next door to Linlithgow Palace, where Mary was baptized.
TO WATCH THE FRIST EPISODE IN THIS SERIES, CLICK LINK BELOW:
https://youtu.be/ETXhmWnGi8E
A special thanks to Historic Environment Scotland and St. Michaels's church for allowing us to film there. To learn more about them:
https://www.historicenvironment.scot/
http://www.stmichaelsparish.org.uk/
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we...
published: 25 Apr 2024
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Linlithgow Union Canal - LUCS Basin
Linlithgow Union Canal Society headquarter
A project made possible by all the members of the Linlithgow Union Canal Society.
https://www.lucs.org.uk/
Come to have a tea with us and discover the history of the Union Canal.
Our special thanks to Scottish Canals (https://www.scottishcanals.co.uk/canals/union-canal/)
published: 24 Feb 2021
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The Hidden Gems of Linlithgow
In this episode, I'm taking you on a tour of Linlithgow and showing you my favourite hidden gems in the area.
I'm also giving you a wee history lesson of the area and sharing some interesting stories about what makes Linlithgow such a unique Scottish town. Let's explore!
published: 25 May 2021
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12 Hours In Linlithgow | Exploring West Lothian
In today's video I hop on a morning train bound for Linlithgow, a town about 20 miles to the west of Edinburgh, where I spend a day sightseeing in the area.
https://www.instagram.com/christopher_barnhardt/
Linlithgow Canal Centre Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCS-fnjVcdg
Intro Music: 'Come 2gether' by Ooyy (licensed via Epidemic Sound)
Main Music: 'The Sweet Hereafter' by Howard Harper-Barnes, 'These Waters' by Edward Hall, 'Borrowed Matches' by Tape Machines and 'Suite bergamasque, L. 75: 3. Clair de lune' by Claude Debussy (all licensed via Epidemic Sound)
Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:35 Arriving at Linlithgow Canal Centre
1:18 Canal Walking Path
2:00 Arriving at Avon Aqueduct
3:36 Learmonth Gardens
4:19 Linlithgow Town Centre
4:50 Linlithgow Burgh Halls Rose Garden
5:21 Linli...
published: 27 Aug 2022
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LINLITHGOW - Palace & Town Centre - Walking Tour | 4K | 60FPS
Linlithgow is a town in West Lothian, Scotland. An ancient town, it lies in the Central Belt on an historic route between Edinburgh and Falkirk beside Linlithgow Loch. The town is situated approximately 20 miles (32 km) west of Edinburgh.
#linlithgow #linlithgowpalace #water #loch #town #westlothian #lothian #scotland #visitscotland #walking #walkingtour #relaxing #tranquil #calm #asmr
published: 06 Apr 2023
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Linlithgow Cross
Linlithgow live camera, offered by:
- Linlithgow Burgh Trust (https://lbt.scot/)
- One Linlithgow Business Improvement District (https://www.onelinlithgow.com/)
And all the people who helped in this project
published: 27 Aug 2021
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Inside LINLITHGOW PALACE - Is It Worth The Money? - Scotland Walking Tour | 4K | 60FPS
Linlithgow Palace is situated in Linlithgow, West Lothian and is famous for being the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots. The palace was one of the principal residences of the monarchs of Scotland in the 15th and 16th centuries. Although maintained after Scotland's monarchs left for England in 1603, the palace was little used, and was burned out in 1746. It is now a visitor attraction in the care of Historic Scotland.
The Palace also is home to Spectacular Jousting with it due to take place this summer.
Join this channel to buy me a coffee and support my work:
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published: 01 Jul 2023
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We DISCOVERED The Insider SECRETS of Linlithgow
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🚗 EP6 - Linlithgow Town Walk
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🎵Music:
Enjoy by Joakim Karud
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published: 18 Apr 2018
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Linlithgow Palace - The Full Story
Join The Castle Hunter and Travels with a Kilt for a detailed exploration of Linlithgow Palace in the heart of Scottish history. An Outlander filming location and famously the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, the Palace gets the full treatment from the presenters, backed up by drone footage.
Image credits Travels with a Kilt, Creative Commons, National Portrait Gallery, Andrew Spratt (Castle reconstruction).
#LinlithgowPalace #Scotland #Outlander
Visit the Scotlanders website: https://www.thescotlanders.com/
Follow the Scotlanders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/scotlanders
Visit Neil's website: https://travelswithakilt.com
Follow Neil on Twitter: https://twitter.com/travelwithakilt
Visit David's website: http://castlehunter.scot
Follow David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheC...
published: 09 Nov 2019
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Linlithgow
Linlithgow Scottish Gaelic: Gleann Iucha, Scots Lithgae) is a Royal Burgh in West Lothian, Scotland. An ancient town, it lies south of its two most prominent landmarks: Linlithgow Palace and Linlithgow Loch, and north of the Union Canal.
The town's coat of arms shows a black dog, chained to an oak tree, which grows on an island. Linlithgow's patron saint is Saint Michael and its motto is St. Michael is kinde to straingers.
Formerly the principal town of West Lothian, which was also known as Linithgowshire, the town lies some 20 miles (32 km) west of Edinburgh along the main railway route to Glasgow. Before the construction of the M8 & M9 motorways and the opening of the Forth Road Bridge, the town lay on the main road from Edinburgh to Stirling, Perth and Inverness while the canal syst...
published: 13 Apr 2012
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MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS TRAIL- Linlithgow Palace: Birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots
This is the second stop on our MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS TRAIL: Following in her footsteps. We will be going to every single place that we know that Mary Queen of Sc...
This is the second stop on our MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS TRAIL: Following in her footsteps. We will be going to every single place that we know that Mary Queen of Scots went, and we'll be talking about the history along the way. In this episode we are at LINLITHGOW PALACE- where Mary Queen of Scots was born. We will also talk about St. Michael's church, right next door to Linlithgow Palace, where Mary was baptized.
TO WATCH THE FRIST EPISODE IN THIS SERIES, CLICK LINK BELOW:
https://youtu.be/ETXhmWnGi8E
A special thanks to Historic Environment Scotland and St. Michaels's church for allowing us to film there. To learn more about them:
https://www.historicenvironment.scot/
http://www.stmichaelsparish.org.uk/
Instagram ➭ https://www.instagram.com/evelynedwards1
TikTok ➭ Evelyn.Edwards1
website ➭ https://www.queenofthecastles.com/
twitter ➭ @Evelyn_Edwards1
ABOUT ME
Evelyn Edwards is a successful American actress and photographer. She has appeared on such shows as National Geographic’s Hydrogen vs. Hindenburg, Bosch, Criminal Minds, Castle, The Mentalist, Parenthood, The Thundermans, The Kicks, Marry Me, Outsourced, the Academy Award winning film Her, and the film Mimi which reached #1 in multiple countries.
Evelyn began her career in opera. She has performed with some of the opera industry’s leading conductors and singers including: Placido Domingo, Valery Gergiev, Kent Nagano, Eva Marton, Vladimir Chernov, Goesta Winburg, and others.
She has had the privilege of working with such famed directors as Oscar winner Maximilian Schell, Julie Taymor, Gian-Carlo Del Monaco, and Lotfi Mansuri during her tenure with Los Angeles Opera. Ms. Edwards made her professional singing debut at the age of 13, operatic debut at 19, and national television commercial debut at six months.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree and Master of Music degree from UCLA and a Professional Studies Diploma from Mannes College of Music. She and her husband Chris love exploring the world and sharing their passion and love for castles and photography together.
https://wn.com/Mary_Queen_Of_Scots_Trail_Linlithgow_Palace_Birthplace_Of_Mary_Queen_Of_Scots
This is the second stop on our MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS TRAIL: Following in her footsteps. We will be going to every single place that we know that Mary Queen of Scots went, and we'll be talking about the history along the way. In this episode we are at LINLITHGOW PALACE- where Mary Queen of Scots was born. We will also talk about St. Michael's church, right next door to Linlithgow Palace, where Mary was baptized.
TO WATCH THE FRIST EPISODE IN THIS SERIES, CLICK LINK BELOW:
https://youtu.be/ETXhmWnGi8E
A special thanks to Historic Environment Scotland and St. Michaels's church for allowing us to film there. To learn more about them:
https://www.historicenvironment.scot/
http://www.stmichaelsparish.org.uk/
Instagram ➭ https://www.instagram.com/evelynedwards1
TikTok ➭ Evelyn.Edwards1
website ➭ https://www.queenofthecastles.com/
twitter ➭ @Evelyn_Edwards1
ABOUT ME
Evelyn Edwards is a successful American actress and photographer. She has appeared on such shows as National Geographic’s Hydrogen vs. Hindenburg, Bosch, Criminal Minds, Castle, The Mentalist, Parenthood, The Thundermans, The Kicks, Marry Me, Outsourced, the Academy Award winning film Her, and the film Mimi which reached #1 in multiple countries.
Evelyn began her career in opera. She has performed with some of the opera industry’s leading conductors and singers including: Placido Domingo, Valery Gergiev, Kent Nagano, Eva Marton, Vladimir Chernov, Goesta Winburg, and others.
She has had the privilege of working with such famed directors as Oscar winner Maximilian Schell, Julie Taymor, Gian-Carlo Del Monaco, and Lotfi Mansuri during her tenure with Los Angeles Opera. Ms. Edwards made her professional singing debut at the age of 13, operatic debut at 19, and national television commercial debut at six months.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree and Master of Music degree from UCLA and a Professional Studies Diploma from Mannes College of Music. She and her husband Chris love exploring the world and sharing their passion and love for castles and photography together.
- published: 25 Apr 2024
- views: 5662
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Linlithgow Union Canal - LUCS Basin
Linlithgow Union Canal Society headquarter
A project made possible by all the members of the Linlithgow Union Canal Society.
https://www.lucs.org.uk/
Come t...
Linlithgow Union Canal Society headquarter
A project made possible by all the members of the Linlithgow Union Canal Society.
https://www.lucs.org.uk/
Come to have a tea with us and discover the history of the Union Canal.
Our special thanks to Scottish Canals (https://www.scottishcanals.co.uk/canals/union-canal/)
https://wn.com/Linlithgow_Union_Canal_Lucs_Basin
Linlithgow Union Canal Society headquarter
A project made possible by all the members of the Linlithgow Union Canal Society.
https://www.lucs.org.uk/
Come to have a tea with us and discover the history of the Union Canal.
Our special thanks to Scottish Canals (https://www.scottishcanals.co.uk/canals/union-canal/)
- published: 24 Feb 2021
- views: 663828
8:24
The Hidden Gems of Linlithgow
In this episode, I'm taking you on a tour of Linlithgow and showing you my favourite hidden gems in the area.
I'm also giving you a wee history lesson of the a...
In this episode, I'm taking you on a tour of Linlithgow and showing you my favourite hidden gems in the area.
I'm also giving you a wee history lesson of the area and sharing some interesting stories about what makes Linlithgow such a unique Scottish town. Let's explore!
https://wn.com/The_Hidden_Gems_Of_Linlithgow
In this episode, I'm taking you on a tour of Linlithgow and showing you my favourite hidden gems in the area.
I'm also giving you a wee history lesson of the area and sharing some interesting stories about what makes Linlithgow such a unique Scottish town. Let's explore!
- published: 25 May 2021
- views: 3021
9:00
12 Hours In Linlithgow | Exploring West Lothian
In today's video I hop on a morning train bound for Linlithgow, a town about 20 miles to the west of Edinburgh, where I spend a day sightseeing in the area.
ht...
In today's video I hop on a morning train bound for Linlithgow, a town about 20 miles to the west of Edinburgh, where I spend a day sightseeing in the area.
https://www.instagram.com/christopher_barnhardt/
Linlithgow Canal Centre Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCS-fnjVcdg
Intro Music: 'Come 2gether' by Ooyy (licensed via Epidemic Sound)
Main Music: 'The Sweet Hereafter' by Howard Harper-Barnes, 'These Waters' by Edward Hall, 'Borrowed Matches' by Tape Machines and 'Suite bergamasque, L. 75: 3. Clair de lune' by Claude Debussy (all licensed via Epidemic Sound)
Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:35 Arriving at Linlithgow Canal Centre
1:18 Canal Walking Path
2:00 Arriving at Avon Aqueduct
3:36 Learmonth Gardens
4:19 Linlithgow Town Centre
4:50 Linlithgow Burgh Halls Rose Garden
5:21 Linlithgow Palace
6:37 Walking the Linlithgow Loch Loop
7:45 Outro
8:03 Linlithgow History
https://wn.com/12_Hours_In_Linlithgow_|_Exploring_West_Lothian
In today's video I hop on a morning train bound for Linlithgow, a town about 20 miles to the west of Edinburgh, where I spend a day sightseeing in the area.
https://www.instagram.com/christopher_barnhardt/
Linlithgow Canal Centre Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCS-fnjVcdg
Intro Music: 'Come 2gether' by Ooyy (licensed via Epidemic Sound)
Main Music: 'The Sweet Hereafter' by Howard Harper-Barnes, 'These Waters' by Edward Hall, 'Borrowed Matches' by Tape Machines and 'Suite bergamasque, L. 75: 3. Clair de lune' by Claude Debussy (all licensed via Epidemic Sound)
Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:35 Arriving at Linlithgow Canal Centre
1:18 Canal Walking Path
2:00 Arriving at Avon Aqueduct
3:36 Learmonth Gardens
4:19 Linlithgow Town Centre
4:50 Linlithgow Burgh Halls Rose Garden
5:21 Linlithgow Palace
6:37 Walking the Linlithgow Loch Loop
7:45 Outro
8:03 Linlithgow History
- published: 27 Aug 2022
- views: 1109
32:38
LINLITHGOW - Palace & Town Centre - Walking Tour | 4K | 60FPS
Linlithgow is a town in West Lothian, Scotland. An ancient town, it lies in the Central Belt on an historic route between Edinburgh and Falkirk beside Linlithgo...
Linlithgow is a town in West Lothian, Scotland. An ancient town, it lies in the Central Belt on an historic route between Edinburgh and Falkirk beside Linlithgow Loch. The town is situated approximately 20 miles (32 km) west of Edinburgh.
#linlithgow #linlithgowpalace #water #loch #town #westlothian #lothian #scotland #visitscotland #walking #walkingtour #relaxing #tranquil #calm #asmr
https://wn.com/Linlithgow_Palace_Town_Centre_Walking_Tour_|_4K_|_60Fps
Linlithgow is a town in West Lothian, Scotland. An ancient town, it lies in the Central Belt on an historic route between Edinburgh and Falkirk beside Linlithgow Loch. The town is situated approximately 20 miles (32 km) west of Edinburgh.
#linlithgow #linlithgowpalace #water #loch #town #westlothian #lothian #scotland #visitscotland #walking #walkingtour #relaxing #tranquil #calm #asmr
- published: 06 Apr 2023
- views: 2826
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Linlithgow Cross
Linlithgow live camera, offered by:
- Linlithgow Burgh Trust (https://lbt.scot/)
- One Linlithgow Business Improvement District (https://www.onelinlithgow.com/)...
Linlithgow live camera, offered by:
- Linlithgow Burgh Trust (https://lbt.scot/)
- One Linlithgow Business Improvement District (https://www.onelinlithgow.com/)
And all the people who helped in this project
https://wn.com/Linlithgow_Cross
Linlithgow live camera, offered by:
- Linlithgow Burgh Trust (https://lbt.scot/)
- One Linlithgow Business Improvement District (https://www.onelinlithgow.com/)
And all the people who helped in this project
- published: 27 Aug 2021
- views: 351123
31:01
Inside LINLITHGOW PALACE - Is It Worth The Money? - Scotland Walking Tour | 4K | 60FPS
Linlithgow Palace is situated in Linlithgow, West Lothian and is famous for being the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots. The palace was one of the principal re...
Linlithgow Palace is situated in Linlithgow, West Lothian and is famous for being the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots. The palace was one of the principal residences of the monarchs of Scotland in the 15th and 16th centuries. Although maintained after Scotland's monarchs left for England in 1603, the palace was little used, and was burned out in 1746. It is now a visitor attraction in the care of Historic Scotland.
The Palace also is home to Spectacular Jousting with it due to take place this summer.
Join this channel to buy me a coffee and support my work:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNIg8LifYI50oVABLCP7JOg/join
https://wn.com/Inside_Linlithgow_Palace_Is_It_Worth_The_Money_Scotland_Walking_Tour_|_4K_|_60Fps
Linlithgow Palace is situated in Linlithgow, West Lothian and is famous for being the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots. The palace was one of the principal residences of the monarchs of Scotland in the 15th and 16th centuries. Although maintained after Scotland's monarchs left for England in 1603, the palace was little used, and was burned out in 1746. It is now a visitor attraction in the care of Historic Scotland.
The Palace also is home to Spectacular Jousting with it due to take place this summer.
Join this channel to buy me a coffee and support my work:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNIg8LifYI50oVABLCP7JOg/join
- published: 01 Jul 2023
- views: 2955
7:54
We DISCOVERED The Insider SECRETS of Linlithgow
🔥 SUBSCRIBE - http://bit.ly/ScoTravSub
🚗 EP6 - Linlithgow Town Walk
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- published: 18 Apr 2018
- views: 5336
22:48
Linlithgow Palace - The Full Story
Join The Castle Hunter and Travels with a Kilt for a detailed exploration of Linlithgow Palace in the heart of Scottish history. An Outlander filming location a...
Join The Castle Hunter and Travels with a Kilt for a detailed exploration of Linlithgow Palace in the heart of Scottish history. An Outlander filming location and famously the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, the Palace gets the full treatment from the presenters, backed up by drone footage.
Image credits Travels with a Kilt, Creative Commons, National Portrait Gallery, Andrew Spratt (Castle reconstruction).
#LinlithgowPalace #Scotland #Outlander
Visit the Scotlanders website: https://www.thescotlanders.com/
Follow the Scotlanders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/scotlanders
Visit Neil's website: https://travelswithakilt.com
Follow Neil on Twitter: https://twitter.com/travelwithakilt
Visit David's website: http://castlehunter.scot
Follow David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCastleHunter
https://wn.com/Linlithgow_Palace_The_Full_Story
Join The Castle Hunter and Travels with a Kilt for a detailed exploration of Linlithgow Palace in the heart of Scottish history. An Outlander filming location and famously the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, the Palace gets the full treatment from the presenters, backed up by drone footage.
Image credits Travels with a Kilt, Creative Commons, National Portrait Gallery, Andrew Spratt (Castle reconstruction).
#LinlithgowPalace #Scotland #Outlander
Visit the Scotlanders website: https://www.thescotlanders.com/
Follow the Scotlanders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/scotlanders
Visit Neil's website: https://travelswithakilt.com
Follow Neil on Twitter: https://twitter.com/travelwithakilt
Visit David's website: http://castlehunter.scot
Follow David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCastleHunter
- published: 09 Nov 2019
- views: 6141
1:58
Linlithgow
Linlithgow Scottish Gaelic: Gleann Iucha, Scots Lithgae) is a Royal Burgh in West Lothian, Scotland. An ancient town, it lies south of its two most prominent l...
Linlithgow Scottish Gaelic: Gleann Iucha, Scots Lithgae) is a Royal Burgh in West Lothian, Scotland. An ancient town, it lies south of its two most prominent landmarks: Linlithgow Palace and Linlithgow Loch, and north of the Union Canal.
The town's coat of arms shows a black dog, chained to an oak tree, which grows on an island. Linlithgow's patron saint is Saint Michael and its motto is St. Michael is kinde to straingers.
Formerly the principal town of West Lothian, which was also known as Linithgowshire, the town lies some 20 miles (32 km) west of Edinburgh along the main railway route to Glasgow. Before the construction of the M8 & M9 motorways and the opening of the Forth Road Bridge, the town lay on the main road from Edinburgh to Stirling, Perth and Inverness while the canal system linked the burgh to Edinburgh and Glasgow. The nearby village of Blackness once served as the burgh's port.
The chief historic attraction of Linlithgow is the remains of Linlithgow Palace, the birthplace of James V and Mary, Queen of Scots, and probably Scotland's finest surviving late medieval secular building. The present Palace was started (on an older site) in 1424 by James I of Scotland. It was burnt in 1746, and, whilst unroofed, it is still largely complete in terms of its apartments (though very few of the original furnishings survived).
Linlithgow Palace from the public park surrounding it, known as The Peel
Linlithgow was also the site of the Battle of Linlithgow Bridge at the western edge of the town. The bridge no longer stands today. The roadway to Linlithgow over the River Avon is described by scholars as a lifted road.
Apart from the Palace, a second attraction, standing adjacent, is 15th century St. Michael's Church, the most complete surviving example of a large late medieval 'burgh kirk' in Scotland[citation needed]. Its western tower originally had a distinctive stone crown spire, of the type seen also on St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh, or Newcastle Cathedral, which was removed in the early 19th century. In 1964 a replacement, and at the time controversial, spire in aluminium in a modern style by the prominent Scots architect Sir Basil Spence, representing Christ's crown of thorns, was added.
Many historic buildings line the High Street. On the south side ground levels rise and several historic "wynds" and "closes" as found in Edinburgh still exist. The most prominent space is on axis with the road to the Palace. This contains the Cross Well of 1807 which proclaims itself to be a replica of its 1628 predecessor. To its north stands the Town House of 1668 by the master mason John Smith. This replaced a previous hall demolished by Oliver Cromwell's army in 1650. Much of its original interior was removed in a modernisation project of 1962.[1] The High Street is particularly noted for its high number of ancient taverns.
James Hamilton of Bothwellhaugh carried out the first assassination with a firearm, when he shot James Stewart, 1st Earl of Moray, the Regent of Scotland, on 11 January 1570 in Linlithgow
https://wn.com/Linlithgow
Linlithgow Scottish Gaelic: Gleann Iucha, Scots Lithgae) is a Royal Burgh in West Lothian, Scotland. An ancient town, it lies south of its two most prominent landmarks: Linlithgow Palace and Linlithgow Loch, and north of the Union Canal.
The town's coat of arms shows a black dog, chained to an oak tree, which grows on an island. Linlithgow's patron saint is Saint Michael and its motto is St. Michael is kinde to straingers.
Formerly the principal town of West Lothian, which was also known as Linithgowshire, the town lies some 20 miles (32 km) west of Edinburgh along the main railway route to Glasgow. Before the construction of the M8 & M9 motorways and the opening of the Forth Road Bridge, the town lay on the main road from Edinburgh to Stirling, Perth and Inverness while the canal system linked the burgh to Edinburgh and Glasgow. The nearby village of Blackness once served as the burgh's port.
The chief historic attraction of Linlithgow is the remains of Linlithgow Palace, the birthplace of James V and Mary, Queen of Scots, and probably Scotland's finest surviving late medieval secular building. The present Palace was started (on an older site) in 1424 by James I of Scotland. It was burnt in 1746, and, whilst unroofed, it is still largely complete in terms of its apartments (though very few of the original furnishings survived).
Linlithgow Palace from the public park surrounding it, known as The Peel
Linlithgow was also the site of the Battle of Linlithgow Bridge at the western edge of the town. The bridge no longer stands today. The roadway to Linlithgow over the River Avon is described by scholars as a lifted road.
Apart from the Palace, a second attraction, standing adjacent, is 15th century St. Michael's Church, the most complete surviving example of a large late medieval 'burgh kirk' in Scotland[citation needed]. Its western tower originally had a distinctive stone crown spire, of the type seen also on St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh, or Newcastle Cathedral, which was removed in the early 19th century. In 1964 a replacement, and at the time controversial, spire in aluminium in a modern style by the prominent Scots architect Sir Basil Spence, representing Christ's crown of thorns, was added.
Many historic buildings line the High Street. On the south side ground levels rise and several historic "wynds" and "closes" as found in Edinburgh still exist. The most prominent space is on axis with the road to the Palace. This contains the Cross Well of 1807 which proclaims itself to be a replica of its 1628 predecessor. To its north stands the Town House of 1668 by the master mason John Smith. This replaced a previous hall demolished by Oliver Cromwell's army in 1650. Much of its original interior was removed in a modernisation project of 1962.[1] The High Street is particularly noted for its high number of ancient taverns.
James Hamilton of Bothwellhaugh carried out the first assassination with a firearm, when he shot James Stewart, 1st Earl of Moray, the Regent of Scotland, on 11 January 1570 in Linlithgow
- published: 13 Apr 2012
- views: 6921