Deans

Settlement in West Lothian

Scotland

Deans

Hawk Brae at Ladywell West Relatively new high-density housing in Livingston — Hawk Brae at Ladywell West Credit: M J Richardson

Deans is a small village located in the county of West Lothian, Scotland. Situated approximately 20 miles west of Edinburgh, it is part of the larger town of Livingston. Deans is primarily a residential area, known for its quiet and serene environment.

The village is well-connected, with easy access to major transportation routes. The M8 motorway is just a short drive away, providing convenient links to both Edinburgh and Glasgow. Livingston North railway station is also within close proximity, offering regular train services to various destinations including Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Deans boasts a range of amenities to cater to its residents' needs. There are several local shops, supermarkets, and eateries, ensuring that daily necessities are readily accessible. The village is also home to a primary school, providing education for young children within the community.

For recreational activities, Deans offers various options for outdoor pursuits. The nearby Almondell and Calderwood Country Park provides a picturesque setting for walking, cycling, and enjoying nature. Additionally, Livingston town center, with its array of shopping centers, cinemas, and restaurants, is just a short distance away, offering additional entertainment options.

Deans is known for its strong sense of community, with various local organizations and clubs promoting social interaction and engagement. The village hosts annual events and activities, bringing residents together and fostering a friendly atmosphere.

Overall, Deans is a peaceful and family-friendly village that offers a tranquil living environment with convenient access to nearby urban amenities.

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Deans Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.904723/-3.5587683 or Grid Reference NT0269. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hawk Brae at Ladywell West

Relatively new high-density housing in Livingston

M J Richardson

Local shopping and housing at Hawk Brae

Relatively new housing development at Ladywell West, with essential services - next door to Farm Foods is Greggs the baker and a betting shop.

M J Richardson

Fintry Avenue, Livingston

Stephen Sweeney

Alderstone Path

The pedestrian equivalent to Alderstone Road. It connects Deans and Livingston North railway station with St John's Hospital and the town centre.

Richard Webb

Church of Christ, Livingston

Richard Webb

Alderstone Path

The equivalent of Alderstone Road running from Deans to the town centre. If travelling to Livingston by train, this is a good walk in through pleasant woodland.

Richard Webb

Livingston North Station

A railway station on the now through route between Edinburgh and Glasgow. Tags refer to the track's heritage as this is a modern station, opened around 1986.

Richard Webb

Stripwood, Newyearfield

Now in the care of the Woodland Trust, this mature woodland was once a shelterbelt surrounding farmland. Now it is deep inside Livingston.

Richard Webb

Compensation pond

Flood prevention pond - the big depression will fill if there is excessive run off. View from the Alderstone Path near Livingston North Station.

Richard Webb

Substation entrance

Well screened by trees.

Richard Webb

M8 westbound

Alex McGregor

M8 westbound

Alex McGregor

Oldwood Place, Eliburn

Alex McGregor

Deans Industrial Estate from the air

A view taken from an aeroplane approaching Edinburgh Airport from the east. It is more or less centred on the Deans Industrial Estate. The main Glasgow-Edinburgh railway line runs across the middle the picture between the A779 below and the M8 above. The long white building beside the M8 is the Tesco Distribution Centre for Scotland and Northern Ireland.

kim traynor

Tesco Distribution Centre from the air

Tesco's Distribution Centre in Livingston (the long white building) opened in 2008, supplying all the company's stores in Scotland and Northern Ireland. It covers an area of one million square feet. The road haulage company Stobart transports goods from the centre to the Grangemouth rail terminal, whence they are sent on by rail to Inverness for distribution throughout the north of Scotland. Compare this with an almost identical view, but from a slightly higher altitude in winter, photographed by Thomas Nugent. NT0168 : Tesco Distribution Centre and the M8 from the air

kim traynor

Livingston from the air

A view of the north-west edge of the town taken from an aeroplane approaching Edinburgh Airport. The view is more or less centred on the housing between the main Edinburgh-Glasgow railway line, cutting across the picture, and Houston Road running westwards from the Eliburn North Roundabout on the right.

kim traynor

Lvingston from the air

A view taken from an aeroplane approaching Edinburgh Airport from the west. It is more or less centred on the Eliburn North roundabout and shows the north-west edge of the town with the West Lothian countryside beyond. The white shape of the recently rebuilt Deans Community High School can be seen beyond the roundabout.

kim traynor