Families in West Lothian can beat boredom and freshen up their walking routes with help from Scotland’s national walking charity.
Paths for All has launched its Spring Path Days campaign to help inspire families to enjoy the country’s outdoors with nature-based activities, whilst also reaping the benefits of physical activity.
The central belt has a host of parks and scenic walking routes making for the perfect family day out, with additional activity ideas available on the content hub to keep children entertained.
The Spring Path Day campaign encourages families to try activities such as den building, tree ID, litter picking, walking games and wildlife spotting at their favourite local spots.
With restrictions allowing Scots to travel further afield, Paths for All is helping families remember amazing places to walk and meet-up with friends or family at one of these great spots in the central belt.
Among the suggested routes in and near West Lothian are, Linlithgow Palace and Loch; Beecraigs and Cockleroy which has a wide range of leisure and recreational activities within 913 acres with many waymarked trails, an adventure play area and an animal attraction; Muiravonside which has a woodland and parkland area with a farm animal attraction, a sculpture trail and a children’s play area; Carron Valley Reservoir with the Loch Shore woodland trail offering views across the large reservoir, with little woodland burns and lots of wildlife to look out for on the water; Bo’ness Foreshore to Blackness Castle; The Forth Bridges; Callendar House and Park; Falkirk Wheel and Union Canal walks with lots of nature and wildlife to spot on the way.
Rona Gibb, senior manager at Paths for All, said: “Fresh air, being outdoors and connecting with nature is a fun way to socialise with family and friends safely, whilst being positive for our physical and mental health.
“Walking is key to leading a happy and healthy life. As the weather gets warmer and the nights get lighter, there is no better time to incorporate it into your family routine, even if it is just a short walk to school or round the block.
“The Spring Path Days online hub provides a tonne of ideas for families, and offers something to suit all interests – there is also a selection of competitions to get involved in.”
The charity is encouraging families across Scotland to get involved in its seasonal campaign by sharing a photo of what they have been doing this spring.
For more information on Paths for All, visit: https://www.pathsforall.org.uk
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