Castlethorn
This fort stands on the summit of Castlethorn, and consists of a 2m thick low bank surrounded by a lower terrace.
The track leading to the entrance at the west seems to be marked by the Castlethorn standing stones.
Alternative names for Castlethorn
Canniewell Slack; Torphichen Hills; Torphichen Mains
Where is Castlethorn?
Castlethorn is in the parish of Torphichen and the county of West Lothian.
Grid reference: NS 9744 7244
Lat / long: 55.9337369, -3.642513284
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Weather at Castlethorn
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7km/h ENE
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Accommodation near Castlethorn
Kaim Park Hotel
4.5km away
Premier Inn Livingston (Bathgate)
4.8km away
West Port
5.1km away
Cairn Hotel, Bathgate
5.3km away
Best Western Hilcroft Hotel
7.6km away
Premier Inn Livingston (M8, Jct3)
7.6km away
Macdonald Houstoun House
7.8km away
Metro Inns Falkirk
8.2km away
Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa
8.3km away
Premier Inn Falkirk East
8.6km away
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Cafés, restaurants & bars near Castlethorn
Premier Inn Livingston (Bathgate)
4.8km away
Best Western Hilcroft Hotel
7.6km away
Premier Inn Livingston (M8, Jct3)
7.6km away
Macdonald Houstoun House
7.8km away
Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa
8.3km away
Premier Inn Falkirk East
8.6km away
Antonine Hotel
11.4km away
Best Western Park Hotel
12.1km away
Premier Inn Falkirk Central
12.7km away
Premier Inn Falkirk North
15.1km away
