Cairnpapple Hill

Cairnpapple was used from about 3,000 BC to 1400 BC firstly as a ceremonial site then several centuries later as a burial site.

Cairnpapple Hill is located 5km north of Bathgate, 2km from Torphichen.

Highlights

• The location – situated on the summit of Cairnpapple Hill with stunning views over central Scotland, and as far as Goat Fell, on Arran, on a good day.
• The henge monument – a good example of this rare class of neolithic ceremonial monument.
• The concrete dome – built to help display the Bronze-Age burials, and providing visitors with a good atmosphere in which to contemplate death and burial practice in the Bronze Age.
• Guided tours: Sun & Mon, 9.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm (limited to 15 people)

Schools

Experience history where it really happened with an education visit to a Historic Scotland property like this one.

Our inspirational places provide exciting opportunities to discover and explore Scotland’s Historic Environment enabling learners of all ages to engage with their local heritage, inspiring creativity and promoting health and well being through outdoor learning.

Free Education Visits

We operate a free education visits scheme for schools, colleges, universities and other qualifying learning groups. Visit our learning section for full terms & conditions, booking details and to check eligibility for your group.

Schools

School Visits to Historic Scotland Sites are a great way to deliver Curriculum for Excellence, encouraging discovery and exploration outside the classroom! Our popular schools activities provide interactive and memorable learning experiences covering a range of topics.