Bents

Settlement in West Lothian

Scotland

Bents

Woodmuir Burn Shallow and slow flowing, about to enter a wooded area
Woodmuir Burn Credit: Jim Smillie

Bents is a small village located in West Lothian, Scotland. Situated approximately 6 miles west of the town of Livingston, Bents is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil setting for its residents.

The village is known for its rural charm and close-knit community. It features a mix of traditional stone-built cottages and newer residential developments, providing a range of housing options for individuals and families. Bents is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with easy access to major road networks such as the M8 and A71, making commuting convenient.

Despite its small size, Bents boasts a range of amenities that cater to the needs of its residents. The village has a local primary school, ensuring that young children have access to education within their community. Additionally, a convenience store and a village pub provide essential services and a social hub for locals.

The surrounding countryside offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. Residents can enjoy leisurely walks along scenic trails, or engage in more adventurous pursuits such as hiking and cycling. Bents is also within close proximity to the Pentland Hills Regional Park, a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

Overall, Bents offers a peaceful and picturesque lifestyle, making it a desirable place to call home for those seeking a close-knit community and a connection to nature.

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Bents Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.843991/-3.6446266 or Grid Reference NS9762. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Woodmuir Burn Shallow and slow flowing, about to enter a wooded area
Woodmuir Burn
Shallow and slow flowing, about to enter a wooded area
View over Woodmuir Burn The houses are on Rashiehill Crescent, Breich which faces on to the A71.
View over Woodmuir Burn
The houses are on Rashiehill Crescent, Breich which faces on to the A71.
Corner of a hayfield The Woodmuir Burn flows through the wooded area
Corner of a hayfield
The Woodmuir Burn flows through the wooded area
Former Woodmuir Colliery Shown on 1905 map as Pits Nos 5 & 6.
In operation from 1896 till 1963 with an average of 255 employees.
Former Woodmuir Colliery
Shown on 1905 map as Pits Nos 5 & 6. In operation from 1896 till 1963 with an average of 255 employees.
Road to Woodmuir Colliery Now simply a track between hayfields
Road to Woodmuir Colliery
Now simply a track between hayfields
Vegetation on former mining waste tip Improved grazing beyond
Vegetation on former mining waste tip
Improved grazing beyond
Heather moorland Between the A71 and railway line
Heather moorland
Between the A71 and railway line
View to railway embankment Edinburgh-Glasgow via Shotts line
View to railway embankment
Edinburgh-Glasgow via Shotts line
A71 heading east Long straight stretch crossing Nether Longford Moss
A71 heading east
Long straight stretch crossing Nether Longford Moss
Woodmuir Burn A few hundred metres from meeting Breich water
Woodmuir Burn
A few hundred metres from meeting Breich water
Bridge over Woodmuir Burn Bridge appears to have been recently repaired
Bridge over Woodmuir Burn
Bridge appears to have been recently repaired
Finding shade Sheep sheltering under former field boundary
Finding shade
Sheep sheltering under former field boundary
Entrance to Meadowhead Originally a farmhouse dating from the 18th century.
The present building was extended and remodelled by a local architect in the 1890's. 
It was a popular hotel 1960's-1980's
Entrance to Meadowhead
Originally a farmhouse dating from the 18th century. The present building was extended and remodelled by a local architect in the 1890's. It was a popular hotel 1960's-1980's
Nether Longford Farm buildings backed by railway line
Nether Longford
Farm buildings backed by railway line
Swathes of cut grass Possibly a second or third cut
Swathes of cut grass
Possibly a second or third cut
Muirhall Whisky Bond Operated by North British Distillers
Muirhall Whisky Bond
Operated by North British Distillers
Bridge over Skolie Burn Replaced former bridge in 2019 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6182162">NS9862 : Skolie Burn Bridge (1)</a>
Bridge over Skolie Burn
Replaced former bridge in 2019 NS9862 : Skolie Burn Bridge (1)
The Pit Stop Former Miners Welfare, now a Community Hub including "The Village larder"
The Pit Stop
Former Miners Welfare, now a Community Hub including "The Village larder"
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Bents is located at Grid Ref: NS9762 (Lat: 55.843991, Lng: -3.6446266)

Unitary Authority: West Lothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 55.843991,-3.6446266
Bents
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Bus Stop
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Bents
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Wikipedia: en:Bents railway station
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