Fauldhouse

Settlements and farms within Fauldhouse have existed since, at least, the Middle Ages, and was known until the 19th century by the names Falas, Fallas, Fawlhous and Falhous. The first written mention of Fauldhouse was in 1523. A mine existed in the area as early as 1790. The central street, Main Street has a number of substantial ashlar stone cottages. These are known locally as the “Garibaldi Row”. In 1895, the Caledonia Hotel was built and served as a station hotel and cultural venue for the village. In 1908, a drill hall was built in the village and alter incorporated into the structure of the local mining institute. The hall had an indoor firing range and in 1914 the hall was base for…