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Historic bridges · Central Scotland

Philpstoun, Bridge No. 38, Union Canal

Free admission

Philpstoun, Bridge No. 38, Union Canal — category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
15 min–30 min
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Philpstoun, Bridge No. 38, Union Canal is a category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB6429). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

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Heritage listing

Category C Date Added 25/06/1980 Local Authority West Lothian Planning Authority West Lothian Parish Abercorn NGR NT 05948 76719 Coordinates 305948, 676719 — Circa 1820. Hugh Baird, Engineer. Single segmental arch. Stugged ashlar, slab copings. Numbered on keystones. — The Union Canal is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, SAM No. 4170, Scheduled on 15 December 2003.

From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.

Place summary

Philpstoun, Bridge No. 38, is a bridge located on the Union Canal in central Scotland. It is designated as a category C listed building, highlighting its historical significance within the region.

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Coordinates
55.9742, -3.5086
District
West Lothian
Postcode
EH49 7RY
Parliamentary constituency
Bathgate and Linlithgow

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Philpstoun, Bridge No. 38, Union Canal?
Philpstoun, Bridge No. 38, Union Canal is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH49 7RY).
Is Philpstoun, Bridge No. 38, Union Canal a listed building?
Philpstoun, Bridge No. 38, Union Canal is officially recognised as category C listed building listed.
Is Philpstoun, Bridge No. 38, Union Canal free to visit?
Yes, Philpstoun, Bridge No. 38, Union Canal is free to enter.
How do I get to Philpstoun, Bridge No. 38, Union Canal?
Drivers can navigate to postcode EH49 7RY. It sits within the Bathgate and Linlithgow parliamentary constituency.