Konect Bathgate March 2019

MARCH 2019

PLUS: HEALTH & BEAUTY, Garden Project, and more LOCAL FEATURES inside!

The monthly community magazine for Bathgate and Torphichen

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elcome to the March issue of Konect.

It’s good to see the first signs of spring out and about, and to be able look forward to the clocks going forward at the end of March. If you’re keen to get those spring cleaning and decorating jobs done around the house or to make a start on the outdoors jobs, try and use local businesses to help you whenever possible.

We have a local history piece this month about the architect behind some of Bathgate’s iconic buildings, and update from the Community Council on the behindthe-scenes work they are doing; and the charity piece is a little different this month – it’s a special project being run by Disability West Lothian, to collect oral histories to record the impact disabled people have had on the landscape of West Lothian over the past 50 years. Turn to p12 and if you or anyone you know may be able to help, do get in touch with them.

As part of our 10 year celebrations, we’re holding a fund-raising Spring Ball in May in aid of the School Bank West Lothian. All the details are on the inside back cover of this magazine, so if you’re looking for a glam night out in aid of a good local cause, we’ll be delighted to see you!

Thanks for reading Konect and supporting local businesses and organisations.

P32 Local History: the man who designed Bathgate.......................................................... 8 Charity: Back to the future.........................12 Health & Beauty...........................................14 Puzzles..........................................................15 Gardening: gardening is good for you!..17 Property Matters..........................................22 Interiors: Spring Tips...................................24 Parenting: Let me entertain you!..............32 What’s On......................................................33 Community Council Update......................34 Clubs & Classes..........................................36

COVER IMAGE: Bathgate’s architecture.

See our ‘Local History’ feature on P8-9.

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LOCAL HISTORY

THE MAN WHO DESIGNED BATHGATE, AND THE TOWN HALL WE DIDN’T GET James Graham Fairley is not a household name in Bathgate, but it should be more well known; he was the local architect responsible for designing many of our town’s buildings.

Fairley was born in 1846 in West Calder and worked throughout West Lothian for most of his career. After travelling around France and Italy, he first set up offices in the India Buildings in Edinburgh, then worked from his home in Portobello until his retirement.

Fairley was the architect for the Torphichen Board Street School or ‘big public’, now known as Balbardie Primary School, and the Bathgate Public School. The Public School was known locally as the ‘Mid Street Infant School’ or the ‘wee public,’ and was built in 1882. Whereas Balbardie still survives as a school today, the Public School was demolished in 1974.

Another well-known Bathgate building where Fairley served as architect is the Dreadnought Hotel. Although this building is still standing, it ceased operations as a hotel in 2006 and has been left derelict since then. The large red sandstone building is currently on the Buildings at Risk Register for Scotland that is maintained by Historic Environment Scotland (HES), and many local residents still reminisce about dancing and nights out in this former hub of the community.

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The bell tower of St David’s Church in George Street forms part of the Bathgate skyline. The church was designed by Fairley in 1904, and its vaulted ceiling contains lovely timbers. Fairley exhibited a portfolio of his designs for the church, along with others for a school, a

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proposed hotel in Bathgate, and a house near Dean Bridge in Edinburgh, that collectively were awarded an honourable mention in Paris at the 1922 Salon d’Architecture of the Société des Artistes Français. Unlike the Public School or the Dreadnought Hotel, the church has been repurposed - the residents of Bathgate can now view the latest film releases at the Bathgate Cinema, and the red leather sofas and tray-tables for snacks have made this a popular venue in the town.

Fairley was admitted as an Associate of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) in 1877, and then promoted to a Fellow of the RIBA in 1892. During the late 1800s, Fairley was prolific in designing churches, schools and other civic buildings. In 1899 a design for a new town hall in Bathgate had been proposed by Fairley. The building was to be in the Scottish Baronial style with a large clock projected off the side of a round tower, similar in appearance to the clock on the Tollbooth Tavern on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, which had been added in 1884. A copy of the design for the town hall was published in a 1918 edition of the Building News and Engineering Journal, where an accompanying article stated, “The designs for these Municipal Buildings were approved of some time previous to the commencement of the war, but the project was not started owing to financial reasons.”

Fairley designed buildings in locations ranging from Fauldhouse to Edinburgh and Dundee. He also exhibited further designs for Linlithgow Academy and the Village Church in West Calder at the 1923 Salon of the Société des Artistes Français.

Dreadnaught Hotel, Bathgate.

Balbardie Primary School, Bathgate.

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Further information about historic buildings in Scotland can be found on the Historic Environment Scotland website www.canmore.org.uk.

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12.00 midday - 3.00pm at the Livingston Reminiscence Centre, The Centre.

Please join us for tea, coffee, and information about the project, and see our miniexhibition which includes a vintage wheelchair salvaged from Bangour!

There’s been much debate in the media recently about the voice and representation of disabled people, sparked by the release of the movie The Upside this January, where the lead character has quadriplegia; the role is played by Bryan Cranston instead of a disabled actor.

So it’s interesting that local charity Disability West Lothian is currently undertaking a study of influence that disabled people have had on the urban landscape of West Lothian in the past 50 years. Called “Back to the Future West Lothian,” the project will be an oral history of the influence disabled people have had on many aspects of life such as public transport; the accessibility of public buildings, changes in educational facilities; health care facilities; parks, paths, and many others.

Invacar Did you have one of these cars? What school did you go to? What clubs, groups or activities did you participate in? Do you have any vintage disability aids lurking in the loft? If you, or an older relative, are happy to talk about your experiences of living with a disability in West Lothian, the Back to the Future team would love to hear from you.

“Older people with a disability can be quite invisible,” says Debbie Forsyth, Volunteer Project Coordinator. “You may not see them out and about especially if they have mobility issues; but we’re keen to capture their heritage.”

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Volunteers from the project will meet you wherever is convenient for you – in your home, or at the Disability West Lothian office in Pumpherston (which is fully accessible), to hear about and record your experiences. The volunteers are trained in oral history, and at the end of the project the recordings will be kept at the West Lothian Local History library, and a booklet and short video will be produced.

Gordon Mungall, Chair of Disability West Lothian, explained how the project came about: “There have been a lot of changes in the past 30 years, since Disability West Lothian was set up, so this is an opportunity to look back on what it was like living in West Lothian with a disability in the past to see how disabled people have driven change.”

Disability West Lothian (DWL) started in 1976 as a grass roots organisation and founded as a company in 1988. DWL works with people with disabilities to improve the quality of life of disabled people by promoting the ideals of the Social Model of Disability. If you would like to be involved in any way, to share your stories, or to volunteer to help collect the stories, to help at events or in any other way, please contact Disability West Lothian via the details below.

Facebook: “Back to the Future, West Lothian” Website: www.disabilitywestlothian.org

Call Debbie Forsyth Back to the Future Project Co-Ordinator, on 01506 774030 or email debbie.forsyth@disabilitywestlothian.org Back to the Future West Lothian is Heritage Lottery Funded.

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HEALTH

WHY YOU NEED TO TREAT YOURSELF Why do hairdressers insist on conditioning treatments?

Well there are man answers to this question but the main point of a conditioning treatment is to help the cuticle lie flatter.

Deep conditioning treatments will help the scale-like surface of the hair close down which will ultimately will keep colour locked in and not only lasting longer but looking brighter too as the hair surface will essentially be more reflective and hair will be shinier due to this.

Conditioning treatments will also make it easier to detangle your hair as a flatter cuticle reduces friction. They eliminate static and reduce breakage through intense hydration keeping the hair shaft supple.

Ideally a treatment should be done once a week, although I recommend more during winter as the cold dry air can be particularly harsh on the hair. Top recommendations would be the bond boosting Olaplex (for a specialist in salon colour service) or for at home Wella’s Nutri Enrich deep nourishing treatment is a 10/10.

Why You Should Probably Just Take The Leap

You’re not happy with your life. You’ve accepted you’re not happy. But are you motivated to change it?

Many people find themselves in just this situation, and they don’t make a change until something serious forces them. Death, divorce, and redundancy are some of the unfortunate events that it takes for a lot of people to make a change. They suddenly find themselves stuck between a rock and a hard place and finally perceive there to be no risk in making the change. This usually results in a positive outcome and they wish that they’d had the courage to make the change sooner.

Consider this; Most people overestimate the risk of change, and underestimate the risk of staying the same.

If you’re not happy with your current situation then the chances are that by making a change you will experience the same or better.

Don’t be frightened to try something new.

Be terrified that you’ll come to the end of your life never having experienced real happiness and fulfilment. That is the scariest prospect of all.

You don’t have to wait to hit rock bottom to make a change. You can take the leap at any time.

Would you wait for a ship to sink before jumping to a life raft? No, you would jump on a life raft as soon as you sensed danger.

Don’t wait until you’re drowning before you make your leap.

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The life coaching column is contributed by Erica Douglas. Erica lives in West Lothian and is a Cognitive Coach & Therapist. See her “LifeHeal” facebook page at facebook.com/LifeHealCoaching

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GARDENING PROJECT

How good do you want gardening to be for you?

New Year’s resolutions are far behind us and Spring’s arrival is always a bit fickle so how keen are you to get out into the garden and restore you mind and body with some creative gardening?

If you are one of the more reluctant gardeners can we persuade you to turn your thoughts to the wonderful and very fashionable Oriental Hellebores? No matter how reluctant you are it won’t take too much effort to plant one of these most rewarding plants in your garden and if you are lucky enough to already have some in the garden it will take even less effort to go out into your garden armed with scissors and snip off a few heads to bring indoors.

If you are treating yourself to a new plant they enjoy being planted in soil that is neither too dry

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nor too wet and where they will get a little sun and little shade. Do cultivate the soil well before planting. They should be placed somewhere you will see them at this time of year, we sometimes enjoy a new one flowering in a pot by the front door, only planting it in a permanent position after flowering.

Floating the heads in a bowl of water indoors really delights the soul and proves the point that even a little something from the garden is good for you!

HELLEBORES: Floating the heads in a bowl of water indoors really delights the soul The gardening project is contributed by Dougal Philip, New Hopetoun Gardens.

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PROPERTY MATTERS

Cheap is not always cheerful As any retailer knows, these days we are all up for a bargain and we are all looking to make a saving. That’s perfectly understandable, but there are real pitfalls to being thrifty.

I recently decided to switch to a different brand of shaving product, having used the same one for over thirty years. My decision was made purely on price, which had steadily increased to the point where I began to feel that I simply wasn’t getting value for money. I was prompted to look at alternative options when a different brand of razor regularly started appearing in sponsored adverts online. The repeated awareness of the new brand name and my now wavering loyalty to my existing one pushed me towards trying the new product. The initial ordering system was very straightforward with monthly repeat orders customised to my personal requirements and the speed of delivery, free gift, quality of the packaging and the general presentation of the products were all very impressive.

So far so good. However, after trying the new razor for the first time, the experience was disappointing and reminded me of a low quality disposable product which was quite a surprise. I initially put it down to it being different rather than of inferior quality however after several weeks of persisting, I eventually concluded that the product was not of the same premium quality I had been used to and, despite the new product being 50% cheaper, I reverted to my original brand. Although the convenience, branding, ordering service, packaging, marketing and price were all excellent, the customer experience fell short when it came to using the product: it simply did not fulfil its brand promise. This kind of 22 | BATHGATE

company and brand experience applies to all products and services: the final proof is to be found in how they perform.

The same is true when it comes to estate agents. The ultimate test of an estate agent is the price they can achieve for your property.

Again, like the razor story, some people are tempted by lower marketing and selling costs – only to find that they might have made much more money from the sale if they had invested in a better service.

Online estate agents, and for that matter many high-street agents, might sell your property more ‘cheaply’ but they will often do so by cutting corners – for example, by not investing in experienced staff or industry-leading marketing. Or they may, particularly in the case of online agencies and call centres, quite simply not have the requisite local property market knowledge to enable them to break through the ‘price ceiling’ for similar properties in your area. This could mean that you miss out on (tens of) thousands of pounds in the final sale price for your property. In the end, the cheapest option really can turn out to cost you the most…and that’s definitely not something to feel cheerful about.

The monthly Property Matters column is contributed by Craig Turpie. Craig is a director at Turpie & Co Estate Agents and Letting Agents with extensive knowledge of the West Lothian Property Market and over 20 years experience in bespoke sales and marketing. @KonectMagazines

INTERIORS

If you are up for it and are looking to make the transition from the winter blues into a more bright and airy home; here are 5 spring interior design tips to inspire and get you started.

Refresh your wallpaper and paint - An easy way to make a change to your interior design is by refreshing the paint or wallpaper of your homes’ rooms. A fresh lick of paint or injecting some patterns or colour through the use of wallpaper is a great way to give your home a spring update. Nonexpensive options such as standard paints and removable wallpaper mean that refreshing your homes’ wall should be both cheap, and easy.

Invest in new window coverings - White crisp plantation shutters look to be 2019’s must have for your home. FSC Certified Basswood plantation shutters are not just environmentally friendly but also provide ideal shading and look fantastic both inside and out! Fresh voile drapes and roller blinds also give a cotton fresh feel to your interior space and enhance light control.

Go Vintage - Another on-trend style is vintage interior décor. Whether you own rental properties or are just looking to refresh your family home, going vintage is a bold style statement which won’t disappoint. Everything from cabinets to light fixtures can be sourced from vintage furniture specialists to give your home more of a touch of nostalgic, romantic feel.

Get Creative - Getting creative involves a little bit of arts and crafts, and if you enjoy this some ideas include making simple artwork to hang on your walls, or making tabletop ornaments out of recycled materials. Even creating a living display out of old containers and filling it with soil, moss and plants can make a huge difference to your interiors.

By tapping into your creative side you can refresh your home at very little cost.

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Give your Furniture a Facelift - Another spring interior design tip that won’t cost the earth is to give your homes’ furniture a facelift. Ideas include repainting picture frames and window sills, re-upholstering chairs, or giving table and countertops a fresh coat of lacquer or paint.

Whatever your situation, or your tastes and interests, there are literally thousands of ways you can prepare your interiors for spring.

Hopefully the five tips above are enough to give you some inspiration to get started!

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When my girls were babies I knew where to find all the best changing facilities, feeding rooms, and places that were breastfeeding friendly. When they were potty training I knew where every toilet was within fifty paces and the fastest route to get there. For now I know all the best soft-play hangouts and places to go for lunch where I can get a kids box full of things they will actually eat. But what comes next?

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old for a lot of the soft play places but too young to go off on her own yet she is just raring to go…somewhere!

So I’m faced with the latest hurdle of coming up with new and different things to try now that she is a bit older.

So if, like me, you find yourself in no-man’s land somewhere between threenager and teenager here’s what I’ve come up with so far to keep the kids out of trouble.

Kids Go Wild run woodland activities, classes and workshops for kids and big kids alike. There are weekly Little Boots sessions for younger kids, while older ones can enjoy all manner of bushcraft and outdoor activities as they learn and explore in the wild. Den building, tree climbing, campfires, mini beasts, tool skills…what could be better?

JumpStation Trampoline Park with its interconnected trampolines and activity zones is jam-packed with fun for kids with energy to burn.

They offer trampoline classes if the kids really want to learn or general jumps sessions if they just want to play. They even offer the likes of disco nights, fitness sessions, and a dodgeball league. Look out for Tots Time sessions for pre-school children.

Edinburgh International Climbing Arena does Clip ‘n Climb sessions on cleverly designed walls and fun climbing challenges. I’d say my daughter was probably feeling equal parts fear and curiosity the first time we took her but she was totally hooked! It is a great new challenge and there is nothing like the sense of achievement they get when they reach new heights.

The parenting column is contributed by Laura Archibald. Laura lives in West Lothian with her family and their campervan Hank. She is mummy, wife, blogger and full-time personal assistant to her two girlie girls.

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March

There’s plenty to see and do in March in West Lothian...

The West Lothian Variety Show takes place at Howden Park Centre on Sunday 17th March from 14.00. Celebrate talent of all ages across West Lothian, with performances from young and old all coming together to present an afternoon of music and theatre. Tickets are just £5 so don’t miss this fun event for the whole family. Also at Howden Park Centre, for the adults amongst us, the hit comedy “Dirty Dusting” on Wednesday 28th March is a hilarious, feel good comedy sure to have you laughing out loud.

For the kids, a Teddy Bears Picnic at Almond Valley always goes down a treat! Afternoon tea costs £9.95/ adults and £4.95/kids. Bring along your favourite teddy bear, doll or soft toy!

In Linlithgow, on the 6th April join the Linlithgow Arts Guild for a concert of Violin and Piano featuring Lana Trotovsek and Maria Canyigueral. The award multi award winning pair will be at the Academy Theatre from 19.30 for an evening of musical excellence.

If you’re thinking ahead to sunnier times, tickets are on sale for two festivals. Party at the Palace returns, featuring a line-up of Wet Wet Wet, Deacon Blue, KT Tunstall to name a few. Also, new this year at Jupiter Artland, following on from the success of Romanti-Crash, “Jupiter Rising” will take place in August. Don’t miss out on the chance to secure your tickets for both of these events as they’re sure to sell fast.

The new Visit West Lothian website has recently launched. With a completely refreshed appearance, updated venue listings and a comprehensive What’s On section, it’s the one stop shop for finding out what to see do in West Lothian.

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WHAT’S ON

WEDNESDAY 6TH MARCH 2019 A Timeline of Bathgate’s History: Bennie Museum Annual Lecture, with speaker Councillor Harry Cartmill. Masonic Lodge, 22 Jarvey Street, Bathgate, EH48 4EZ (a stairlift is available) 19.3021.30. Free Admission, donations welcome.

RUNS UNTIL SUNDAY 24TH MARCH 2019 Brick City at Blackness Castle: Brick City is a celebration of iconic buildings from cities around the world, carefully recreated in LEGO® bricks by artist Warren Elsmore and his team. Included in normal castle admission price. Contact Historic Environment Scotland Rangers on 0131 652 8150, email rangers@hes.scot for information.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT PROGRAMME Co op Funeralcare are working in conjunction with Livingston United Parish Church to offer a Bereavement Support Programme. This will start on 7th March at 7pm at Carmondean Community Centre, Livingston. Anyone who wishes to attend is very welcome to do so, there is no charge.

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“A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH” - A DAVID NIVEN CLASSIC March 6th, 7.30pm at Bathgate Regal.

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COMMUNITY

An update from Community Council One of the more important pieces of work initiated by the Bathgate Community Council in 2018 was the “Big Bathgate Survey,” an attempt to find out what people like and dislike about Bathgate.

Whilst there is still much room for improvement – shopping in the town came in for some criticism, as well as its entertainment scene 90% said that they ‘liked’ living in the town for a variety of reasons. However, in conjunction with other agencies, the Community Council continues to engage in a range of projects aimed at making Bathgate even more attractive a place to live, work and visit. For further information from the ‘Big Bathgate Survey’, please go onto the Community Council’s website where it can be accessed in full.

One of the most positive features is the ease of transport to and from Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Being relatively easy to get to means the town is attracting house builders, and while this helps maintain the town’s status as the service and retail centre for this part of the county, it does also carry challenges.

Thus, another issue that cropped up at Community Council meetings last year was a proposal by Hallam Land to build several hundred houses on a strip of land to the west of the town known as Sibbald’s Brae, which has been viewed as a natural ‘border’ between Bathgate and Armadale. Under the auspices of the Community Council, residents and their representatives were able to express their concerns to the developers. (West Lothian Council are minded to reject the application (December) At end of 2018, Bathgate Community Council made a “Participation Request” to West Lothian Council’s Roads/Transportation Department, to discuss issues relating to the state of the town’s roads and pavements. “Participation requests” allow dialogue between the local community and service providers such as 34 | BATHGATE

Health Boards, Local Authorities, the Police, and contribute to the decisions made by these agencies on our behalf. The two meetings that have been held by the Community Council and senior officers from the Council’s Roads / Transportation Department have proven useful and informative, and it is hoped that they will continue.

When we received an invitation entitled “‘Bathgate Water Restoration Project” it piqued our interest. Part of a wider project funded by the Heritage Lottery, it aims to restore the water quality of the Avon and Almond rivers and their water courses such as the Bathgate Water and the lagoons at Wester Inch to turn back the tide (!) on two hundred years of industrial pollution and environmental degradation. The Community Council wholeheartedly supports the project, recalling to mind the town’s motto, ‘for the good of all ...’ especially the swans at Wester Inch!

These are four examples of issues that have been raised in 2018. Already with a visit from Edinburgh Airport’s Community Engagement Officer at our January meeting, and a meeting in February to discuss proposals to make access to Bathgate railway station easier for those wishing to walk or cycle to the station, 2019 looks set to be as busy as last year!

The Community Council is made up of volunteers who meet up on the second Thursday of the month at the Partnership Centre in Bathgate, 7pm. If any of this appeals then please come along.

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CLUBS & CLASSES

SPORTS, HOBBIES, LEARNING, SUPPORT GROUPS & MORE...

BATHGATE WEST LOTHIAN FENCING CLUB runs on Friday nights in Bathgate Academy at 7pm, Tuesday nights in St Kentigern’s, Blackburn at 7pm.

Both classes suit beginners, people who have fenced before, adults and juniors (aged 8+). First two classes free, all kit is provided. Email coach@ fencing-club.co.uk for more details.

Beginners and families very welcome.

Come and have a fun night learning a new sport which is suitable for all.

KIDS FRIDAY CLUB Calling all P1P7 children! Looking for some fun?

Come & join us every Friday (during term time) from 2pm -3.30pm for a wide range of activities including face /nail painting, arts and crafts, games, baking, snooker and lots more. £1.50 donation per week. Bathgate High Church, Gideon Street, Bathgate.

Email; info@bathgatehigh.com.

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COMMUNITY PLAYGROUPS BATHGATE Bathgate Partnership Centre, 21 South Bridge Street, EH48 1TL. Manager Liz. Contact: 07591735823. Open Monday to Friday 9:15am to 11:30am, Mon & Wed 12:30 to 2:15pm. £7.50 per session.

BATHGATE FAIRTRADE GROUP Bathgate Fairtrade is a small group and welcomes more members locally to promote fairtrade in Bathgate and West Lothian, providing information about fairtrade and opportunities to buy fairly traded food and other items with stalls in various locations. If you are interested or want to know more please contact the secretary Gillian Reid on 01506 653366 or Email: mrs_g@btinternet.com RAINBOWS, BROWNIES & GUIDES Rainbow units - (girls aged 5 - 7 years old) take place on Monday and Wednesday nights. For more information please visit www. girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or

alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

Brownie units - (girls aged 7 - 10 years old) take place on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights.

For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

Guide units - (girls aged 10 - 14 years old) take place on Thursday nights.

For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

BATHGATE & DISTRICT FLOWER CLUB We are a friendly group who meet third Monday of each month, Sept to June (except Dec), 7.15pm in the United Reform Church Hall, Majoriebanks Street, Bathgate. We have a Floral Art demonstrator at each meeting who designs around 5 arrangements which are given as raffle prizes. Contact Nan Tait, Chairman, tel: 01506 676965.

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GENERATION ARTS – CHOIR or DANCE Generation Choir Silver Tones meet Mon 1.15pm - 2.15pm in the Royal British Legion, Bathgate. All age 50+ welcome - no experience required and no auditions. Generation Dance meet Fri 10.30am - 11.30am at St Mary’s Hall, Livery Street, Bathgate.

All age 60+ welcome regardless of mobility, independence and experience.

BATHGATE HISTORY GROUP A friendly group who meet on Wednesdays at 2.00pm in the Tryst behind St John’s Church, Mid Street, Bathgate. We have interesting speakers on various topics with tea and coffee served. A warm welcome awaits old and new members. We meet from the first Wednesday in September through to the following April. For further information contact Christine on 01506 656499.

SIMPLY PLAY Provides flexible after school care and holiday programmes for children aged 5-14. Our clubs are based in Simpsons Primary School Community Wing, Balbardie Primary School, and Bathgate Partnership Centre. We offer a range of indoor and outdoor play experiences until 6pm Mon-Fri. Sessions are paid for as they are booked with no fee for `holding` an unused space. For more information visit www.simplyplay. org or call 01506 856444.

31ST WEST LOTHIAN SCOUTS Scout Hall, Majoriebank Street. Thursdays 7:00pm-9:00pm BATHGATE CONCERT ORCHESTRA We are a friendly, enthusiastic group of musicians and are always happy to welcome new players of whatever level. We rehearse on Friday evenings during school term time from 7:30pm-9:30pm at Unit 6, Interchange Business Park, Houston Road, Livingston, EH54 5DW. Anyone interested in coming along to join us should contact the Secretary Joan Proven at Joan_Proven@hotmail.com Tel: 0131 331 3187. See www.batchgateconcertorchestra.org.uk.

You can also find us on facebook.

WEST LOTHIAN 50 PLUS NETWORK New members always welcome for educational, social, recreational and cultural activities. Monthly meet-ups, visits and day trips. Over 25 different activity groups, including arts, crafts, walking, theatre etc.

See www.westlothian50plusnetwork. co.uk or call 01506 635510. Office hours Tue - Thu 10am - 2pm.

YOGA CLASS For people living with long term conditions. Bathgate Community Centre, 5–6.30pm on Wednesdays. Class is run by KICC Active Lothian, a partnership with MS Therapy Centre Lothian. £5.50 per class or £20 for four weeks. First class is free!

Call Joanna on 07436 102726 to book.

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BABY AND TODDLER ACTIVITIES Kidzeco, 20-24 George Street, Bathgate, EH48 1PW. Range of baby and children’s activities including Hartbeeps, Yoga Babiez, Baby Sensory, Iyengar Yoga Warriors and Kids Iyengar Yoga Warriors. Please see our events page on facebook www.facebook.com/ kidzeco for class times and prices, or call Kidzeco Bathgate on 01506 815534 2ND BATHGATE GIRLS’ BRIGADE Meets on Wednesday evenings in St John’s Church Halls, Mid Street.

Explorers P1-3 Girls: 6.15pm - 7.30pm.

Juniors P4-7 Girls: 7.00pm - 8.30pm.

Brigaders S1-S6 Girls: 7.00pm - 8.30pm.

Please contact Alison Weddell (Captain) on tel 07710 619264 or email alison. weddell@gmail.com for further details.

BATHGATE PLAYGROUP Bathgate Partnership Centre. Mon–Fri 9-11.30am and afternoon sessions Mon & Wed 12.30-3.30pm NEWLAND CONCERT BRASS Friendly band based in Bathgate.

We welcome brass and percussion players of all ages and abilities. Training Band Mondays 6 – 7pm in Bathgate Partnership Centre. Junior Band Mondays 6.30 – 7.30pm in Bathgate Partnership Centre. Senior Band Mondays 7.45 – 9.30pm in the band hall on Belvedere Rd. For more information see the website at www.newlandconcertbrass.org.uk REGAL MUSIC CLUB The Regal Theatre, Bathgate. For anyone who loves music. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays. 7.30pm – 9.30pm. Come along to chat, discuss, meet new people, eat biscuits. You don’t need to play or sing but if you do there is always a chance to perform. Check out the facebook page or just drop in. £2.00 including refreshments.

BATHGATE READING GROUP Simpson Library, Bathgate. Meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 6.00pm, all adults are welcome.

BATHGATE MEMORY CAFE A meeting place and caring supportive group for people with dementia and their carers. The Memory Cafe runs the first Monday of every month between 1.30pm and 3pm at Rosemount Gardens, Mid Street, Bathgate (Sheltered Housing Complex). Contact 01506 533114 or just turn up and be assured of a warm welcome FRIENDS OF POLKEMMET COUNTRY PARK Group meets on the second Sunday each month between 10am – 12pm to carry out practical conservation projects in Polkemmet Country Park. Dates for 2015 are: 12/04; 10/05; 14/06; 12/07; 09/08; 13/09; 11/10; 08/11. Please contact the Ranger Service on 01501 743905, Polkemmet@ westlothian.gov.uk or visit the Friends of Polkemmet Facebook page if you would like to join us.

WEST LOTHIAN TABLE TENNIS CLUB West Lothian Table Tennis are a friendly club who are always happy to welcome new people who have played in the past or would like to pick up the

sport for the first time. Whether you are seven years old or 70...Everyone is welcome! Meet at Bathgate Academy.

For further information contact: David Stephen, Club Secretary david. stephen2@sky.com or 07979 095772.

See www.wlttc.co.uk.

PARANORMAL INVESTIGATION GROUP We’re looking for people to join our small group. Will meet on the first Wednesday of the month 7.30pm venue tbc. Investigations to be carried out approximately every 6-8 weeks at various locations around West Lothian and beyond so own transport essential.

Both believers and skeptics welcome.

Must be over 18. Please contact Tracey at ghost.scotland@outlook.com for further information.

WEST LOTHIAN RUN Little Runners – free kids running classes, Sundays at Boghall Community Wing 11am – 12pm.

See www.westlothianrun.org.uk for details and to register.

WEST LOTHIAN GENERATION ARTS Helps people stay healthy mentally and physically by offering classes of seated dance, singing and arts. Classes are held in St. Mary’s Hall, Livery Street, Bathgate, for over sixties, on Fridays at 10.30am and Howden Park Centre, Livingston, on Thursdays at 1130 a.m. Further info frome: generationarts.coordinator@ gmail.com w: www.generationarts. co.uk ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Ex-service male/female organisation.

The Club offers comradeship, social activities, e.g. golf, fishing and bowling events. Bingo, cabaret and dancing.

Our function hall is available for hire by members, families and friends. Friday night bingo 8.00 pm; Karaoke Saturday night in the Lounge. Watch notice Board for special events.

BATHGATE BRIDGE CLUB Meets every Thursday from first Thursday in October until the last Thursday in May at EU Church Hall, Church Park, Marjoribanks Street, Bathgate. 6.45 for 7.00pm start. All Welcome. Contact Georgette Nicol 01506 203498 for more information.

THE REGAL YOUTH COMPANY Regal Community Theatre, Bathgate.

Music workshops for 13-25 year olds - Monday evenings 7pm to 9pm, £2.

Drama workshops for 13-25 year olds Wednesday evenings 7pm to 9pm £2.

For info see www.rycbathgate.com or contact us via facebook.

THE TREE CLUB Office at 19c South Bridge Street, Bathgate. West Lothian’s only afterschool club for children and teenagers with additional support needs.

Stimulating and creative activities with high staff to child ratio. See www. thetreeclub.org.uk KIRKTON PARK TENNIS CLUB Interested in improving your tennis game? Check out our club info at KirktonParkTennisClub.co.uk We offer a free trial social session!

Hope to see you on the courts soon.

Learn, Play, Enjoy!

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SCOTTISH SENIORS COMPUTER CLUB The Ballencrief, Hopetoun Street, Bathgate. For the over 50s to find out what you can do with your computer, laptop, iPad/tablet or smartphone device. Enjoy the experience; learn and share! Thursday mornings 10am - 12 noon. Contact : Chris Cosgrove. Bathgate Computer Club. Call 01506 656153 or just call in.

WEST LOTHIAN SUB AQUA CLUB Come along and join us on a Tuesday evening at Xcite Bathgate swimming pool. Not sure if scuba-diving is for you? No problem, we can offer you a taster ‘Try Dive’ to let you experience the freedom of diving. Training is carried out at your pace and our instructors are fully qualified and experienced divers so you will be in safe hands. As a not-for-profit organisation you will be surprised how little our training costs. To find out more, visit our website www.westlothianscuba.co.uk or come along to Xcite Bathgate at 8pm on a Tuesday for a chat by the pool.

NIBBLE N NATTER Fortnightly get together in Royal Scot Court, Bathgate, where we enjoy coming together and meeting new people. Have a chat and a choice of biscuits and cakes with a cup of tea. A welcoming atmosphere awaits you! Cost is just £1 and all are welcome.

Group run by Cyrenians OPAL (Older People, Active Lives), 01506 815815, email opal@cyrenians.scot or visit our website www.cyrenians.scot ACTIVITY GROUP Are you over 60? Looking to get out and meet new people? Come and join in our activity group in Rosemount Gardens, Bathgate - a mix of gentle physical activity, quizzes and games. We also love a good chat over a cup of tea! All welcome, cost is just £1 per session. Get in touch if you’d like more information, with Cyrenians OPAL (Older People, Active Lives) on 01506 815815, email opal@cyrenians.scot or visit our website www.cyrenians.scot PILATES St. Mary’s Hall, Livery Street, Bathgate. Monday evenings 6pm for intermediate/advanced levels and 7pm for beginner/intermediate levels.

Improve posture, flexibility, strength and stability with classical pilates.

For booking and further information, contact Maria on 07513 116490 or mariahybszerpilates@gmail.com or check out website mariahybszerpilates.weebly.com

WESTER INCH WESTER INCH KARATE CLUB A community based club with classes every Wed at Simpson Primary School. 18.00 – 19.00 Dragon Ninjas Class: suitable for 5 – 7 year olds; 19.00 – 20.30 The class is suitable for adults and children from 8 years. The first class is free, thereafter there is a special rate of £35 which includes two months of classes and a karate suit. Membership includes free entry to Livingston Karate Club. Register your interest via our website www.westerinchkarateclub.co.uk

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WESTER INCH PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Thursday mornings 9am - 11am. £1 per adult and 50p per child. For more information contact us via our facebook page Wester Inch Parent and Toddler Group or email on westerinchtoddlers@hotmail.com SIMPSON ART CLUB Meet every Tues 7pm-9pm in the Community Wing of Simpson Primary School, Leyland Road, Westerinch, Bathgate, EH48 2SG. All over 18yrs, including beginners, are welcome. We have professional artists giving demonstrations mid month, and a tutor teaching at end of month, both teaching new techniques, and giving us time to try. We work in all mediums, first month free, and fees are £80 twice yearly. For further information email simpsonartclub@gmail.com or contact 07762 933138.

CENTREPOINT CHURCH Simpson Primary School. Sunday Worship Gathering, Weekly 10:30am. Contact: Tom Jackson m: 07540391081 e: tom. jackson@centrepointchurch.org

MESSY CHURCH Held by St. John’s Parish Church in Community Wing, Simpson Primary School. 2nd & 4th Thurs of each month 6.45pm-8.15 pm. Join us for fun, games, craft activities, stories and singing. All ages welcome. No charge, donations welcome. For more information contact Parish Minister, Rev. Duncan Shaw on 01506 653146 or westlothian@churchofscotland.org.uk or Rev. Zoltan Safrany on 07411 444 743 email safiref@gmail.com

WEST INCH NETBALL Meet on a Tuesday night at Simpson Primary School, Bathgate. Arrive anytime after 7 pm, games played between 7.30 and 8.30 pm. £3 per person, per week. All are welcome.

DOTEKI KARATE CLUB Meet Mon night at Simpson Primary School, Bathgate, 4 – 8 year olds 6.30 – 7.30pm and 8 years to adults 7.30 – 8.30pm and also at Southdale Primart School, Armadale on a Wed evening, same times. No previous experience necessary. Wear a t-shirt, jogging bottoms and bring a bottle of water. For more information visit their Facebook page: Doteki Karate Club; email dotekikarate@gmail.com or phone: 07917 351794 .

FOOTBALL STAR ACADEMY Meet on a Saturday and Sunday morning at Simpson Primary School, Bathgate for boys and girls aged 5 and 8 years.

Saturday’s Soccer School is between 11 am and 12 noon, Sunday’s Soccer School is 10.30 – 11.30 am. For more information visit their Facebook page: @footballstaracademy1; email footballstaracademy@outlook.com or phone: 07903877987.

TORPHICHEN BROWNIE UNIT (girls aged 7 - 10 years old) take place on Tuesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

OTHER AREAS NEW UPCYCLING/RECYCLING CLUB Come and join us for our weekly craft recycling classes & learn new skills. Cushion covers, decopatch, rug making and many more projects. Every Tuesday 10.30 - 12, 12.30 - 2 & 2 – 3.30 Colliery Hub, Polkemmet Business Centre, Dixon Terrace, Whitburn, EH47 0LH. Contact Sam: 07986 405900.

All materials are provided and classes are free.

LOTHIAN PHOENIX WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL CLUB Meet on Thur nights at Armadale Academy. Come along and try something new! No experience necessary, we have spare sports wheelchairs available to use.

Adults 7-9pm, Kids 7-8pm (they are welcome to stay until 9pm if you wish.)

All abilities are welcome. Contact Conor Smart - 07585 925810 to find out more or come along to one of our sessions.

WOOLY QUILTERS This self help group is the ideal place for help and craft chat with a cuppa while you sew or knit. We do a variety of crafts from patchwork & quilting to knitting & spinning, or to get you started try making our beginners quilt! Meet on a Wed 7pm- 9pm at Seafield Bowling Club, Old Rows, Seafield Rows, EH47 7AP. For more information: email: woolyquilters@gmail.com or find us on facebook.

SING WEST LOTHIAN Armadale Community Centre, Thurs 6pm 8pm. Free, and no audition and no requirement to read music. For information email westlothianchoir@ outlook.com or find us on Facebook COMMUNITY PLAYGROUPS ARMADALE Armadale Community Centre, 7 North Street Armadale, EH48 3QB. Manager Arlene. Contact : 07592816761. Open Tuesday to Friday 9;15am to 11;30am £7.50 per session.

CHOOSE YOU – YOGA STUDIO AND WELLNESS HUB Wide range of classes at our permanent wellness studio in Carmondean. Yoga classes include Iyengar, Ashtanga, Seasonal, Bihar, Hatha/Vinyasa and Core Strength as well as yoga for kids, teens and men. We also offer Tai-Chi. For a full list and timetable, please see our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ chooseyouyoga, call Eva on 07810 824 195 or email info@chooseyouyoga. co.uk for more information.

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