Estate, History

Kinneil Hill Climb this weekend, 5-7 September: historic racing cars on Scotland’s oldest track

Historic motor sport returns to Kinneil Estate this weekend: come along to the Bo'ness Speed Hill Climb from 5-7 September - organised by the Bo'ness Sporting Automobile Club (BSAC). On Saturday 6 September and Sunday 7 September, around 80+ classic and historic racing cars from across the UK will be tackling Scotland's oldest permanent race… Continue reading Kinneil Hill Climb this weekend, 5-7 September: historic racing cars on Scotland’s oldest track

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Give your views on revamped forestry plans for Kinneil Woods

All who enjoy Kinneil Woods are encouraged to give their views on a fresh management plan for Kinneil Woods, and/or to join two consultation walks in the woods which are being led by those putting forward the plans. Areas of overgrown conifers in Kinneil Woods still need to be felled under the fresh forestry plan… Continue reading Give your views on revamped forestry plans for Kinneil Woods

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Have your say on deficient Kinneil plans

Everyone interested in Kinneil Estate is encouraged to make their voices heard as Falkirk Council have begun a consultation on a draft new 10-year 'Masterplan' for 2026-36 for Kinneil Estate. The consultation includes a survey and six drop-in sessions* in Bo'ness where people can find out more from Council staff and express their views. All… Continue reading Have your say on deficient Kinneil plans

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Step Back Into Science at Kinneil – free event, Monday 5 May

Head to historic Kinneil Estate in Bo'ness from 11am-3pm (no booking needed) this Bank Holiday Monday, 5 May, for a free event for all the family as part of this year's Falkirk Science Festival! 'Step Back Into Science' returns for a second year to this year's festival - join an exciting and creative journey through… Continue reading Step Back Into Science at Kinneil – free event, Monday 5 May

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Green Gym volunteering opportunity continues at Kinneil Estate

Following the appointment of a new project officer, The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) for Scotland are continuing their Green GymTM sessions at Kinneil Estate in Bo’ness on Thursday mornings between 10am and 1pm. The sessions are open to all volunteers from the community. These sessions are weekly and up to three hours in length. Volunteers can… Continue reading Green Gym volunteering opportunity continues at Kinneil Estate

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Easter Saturday and Sunday at Kinneil

Kinneil House is now open for guided tours of the interiors, including the renowned painted rooms, every Saturday at 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Book tickets via the Historic Environment Scotland web page for Kinneil House. There's also a volunteer-led guided outdoor walk on Saturdays at 12 noon - free, no booking needed! This… Continue reading Easter Saturday and Sunday at Kinneil

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Free guided lunchtime walks add to Saturday open days

The Friends of Kinneil volunteers are once again to offer a free weekly guided outdoor walk in Kinneil Estate at 12 noon on most Saturdays during the main visitor season. This will add to the experience for visitors coming to Kinneil for the regular Saturday tours inside Kinneil House, by also showing some of the… Continue reading Free guided lunchtime walks add to Saturday open days

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Kinneil House welcomes visitors for 2025 season of Saturday openings

Visitors are once again being invited to explore the historic Kinneil House in Bo'ness, where Saturday guided tours and walks are resuming from the beginning of April for the 2025 season. The magnificent Kinneil House in Bo'ness Regular indoor tours of the house will be available every Saturday from 5 April until the end of… Continue reading Kinneil House welcomes visitors for 2025 season of Saturday openings

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Friends to celebrate 15th Annual James Watt Supper on 27 March

Join the Friends of Kinneil as we celebrate our 15th annual James Watt Supper! Non-members are invited and will be very welcome to join members at our 15th informal annual supper at 7pm on Thursday 27 March at the Corbie Inn, Bo'ness. Come and find out more about the Friends (see below). Those attending will… Continue reading Friends to celebrate 15th Annual James Watt Supper on 27 March

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Kinneil House free open day for Silent Film Festival – Saturday 22 March

Silent pictures and stories... Discover Kinneil House's unique 16th-Century 'Parable' Room Kinneil House will re-open free on Saturday 22 March - the first public opening of 2025 - together with additional free film-related activities for children in adjacent Kinneil Museum. Historic Environment Scotland, supported by volunteers from the Friends of Kinneil, will be welcoming visitors… Continue reading Kinneil House free open day for Silent Film Festival – Saturday 22 March