Canal and Avon trail

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Step 1: Start at the Xcite Linlithgow leisure centre, which you can reach by bus or by bike by turning into Kettill’Stoun Mains at the roundabout.

Step 2: If starting at the bus stop, then turn right on McGinley Way towards the leisure centre.

Step 3: Once at the leisure centre head on the path along the car park towards the Union Canal path.

Step 4: The path is opposite the entrance and bends to the right.

Step 5: Pass the West Lothian Cycle circuit.

Step 6: At the top of the ramp up to the canal, turn right onto the path.

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