To the north of West Calder lies this former oil-shale bing, which now supports valuable wildlife habitat, including woodland, scrub and flower-rich grassland. It is a good example of how a post-industrial site can be transformed into a haven for wildlife.
Why visit?
Highlights include:
- Woodland birds
- Flower-rich woodland walk
- View of the Five Sisters
Best time to visit?
- Mar – Jun for breeding birds
- Jun – Jul for wildflowers
Visit for:
- birdwatching
- woodlands
- wildflowers
- scenery
Other information
A path runs through the reserve.