The Canal Museum

The Canal Museum is located in Linlithgow, West Lothian, known for being the heart of Scotland. The museum is housed in a former canal stable and exhibits records, photographs and artefact's associated mainly with the Union Canal.

The display covers the development of the British canal system and explains why and how the canal was built, the canal at work, the water supply and important dates in its history and all the wildlife around the canal.

There is a small picnic area and ample outdoor seating is provided for visitors to use. The museum and toilets are all adapted for the use of wheelchairs and there is an audio-visual programme and a sales stall. The Canal Museum can also be opened for parties at other times, by prior arrangement.