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The Livingston Centre at Killinchy Parish Church is a local heritage centre telling the transatlantic story of the Livingston family. Reverend John Livingston was the first Protestant rector of Killinchy (in 1630) and behind the building of the Eagle Wing, the first recorded attempted sailing between Ulster and America. 

The Livingston family became one of the most influential families in American history and includes Presidents, a First Lady, Congressmen, Senators, Governors, businessmen, entrepreneurs and military heroes. The Centre also depicts the powerful stories about the local community around Killinchy during other periods of history including the Celtic period, the Viking invasion, the Norman Conquest, the Ulster Plantation, 1798 Rebellion, 1859 Revival and the Ulster Covenant 1912. 

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Resting on the banks of the Yellowstone River surrounded by majestic mountains. Livingston delivers an eclectic blend of shops, museums, Golf course, galleries, live theater and music, as well as unique restaurants for every taste.  So come and explore Park County to experience breathtaking ranges, fun and hardworking ranches and romance under the big sky. Whether you seek the rugged outdoors or culture within our many art galleries and live theatre, comfort cuisine to fine dining or luxurious comforts to casual clean rooms, come visit us as you’ll find exciting things to do and friendly faces here in Livingston, Park County, Montana.

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The town of Livingston is the beating heart of West Lothian, and tourists from all over the United Kingdom come to experience the numerous things to do in Livingston.

Livingston is the eighth largest town in Scotland and has grown substantially since its designation in 1962, absorbing the many towns, churches, and villages.

Separated into various areas, such as Livingston New Town & East Calder, Livingston is now a collection of Scottish new towns with a vibrant culture and an ever-expanding population. When you visit West Lothian, a trip to Livingston is definitely in order!

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Make the most of your trip to Livingston by visiting its top attractions for tourists. Day trippers love to come here when they stay in the surrounding cities like Edinburgh, Glasgow, or Linlithgow to see Livingston’s abundance of excellent attractions.

The town boasts beautiful sights, such as the Livingston Dedridge, West Lothian College, and the Almond Valley Heritage Centre. Livingston has so many things to do that it’s challenging to decide what you should be spending your time doing while in this idyllic town.

See our top picks for things to do in Livingston.

Livingston Designer Outlet

With over 70 boutiques, restaurants and cafés, a cinema and mini-golf on-site, there is something for everyone at Livingston Designer Outlet & Shopping Centre.

The Livingston Designer Outlet is the largest in Scotland and is the perfect place to bring home a range of world-class brands while on holiday in Livingston.

If you want to find a bargain, you can choose from a wide range of designer brand outlet stores, including Fred Perry, Kurt Geiger, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger, and labels like Nike and Adidas.

Five Sisters Zoo

The Five Sisters Zoo is in West Calder, fifteen minutes south and west of Livingston, and is home to various animals, including lions and bears!

While you are visiting this popular attraction in Livingston, you get the chance to meet some amazing creatures! The zoo’s animal encounters experiences are great fun, and you can get close up to all kinds of animals, including royal pythons, leopard geckos, tenrecs, and creepy crawlies!

Almond Valley Heritage Centre

Livingston is an excellent place to visit while visiting this part of Scotland, with the Almond Heritage Centre being the perfect destination for families. The Almond Valley Heritage Centre is close to the River Almond and is surrounded by rolling fields, woods, and lush spaces – Picturesque!

Here are some of the most popular activities you can experience while visiting this Heritage Centre:

Shale Oil Museum

Travel through the informative Shale Oil Museum of the Heritage Centre, where you can learn how shale oil production helped the region of West Lothian grow for decades.

Livingston’s shale oil was the fortified tower of production that provided a backbone for much of Livingston’s industrial history and how towns created many jobs and businesses for much of Livingston’s population.

Livingston Mill and Farm

Within West Lothian sits the Livingston Mill and Farm, home to some of the most adorable farm animals you will ever see.

Say hi to impressive Clydesdale horses, cows, reindeer, rabbits, turkeys, and more! The Livingston Mill and Farm is an excellent day with the family, so why not visit?

The Parrafin Works

The Parrafin Works is one of the best ways for your children to spend some time letting out their energy! This playground is inspired by the pipeworks of Livingston’s oil industry and businesses, providing a fun-filled few hours of exploration and entertainment.

Train and Tractor Rides

Catching a ride on a carriage pulled by train or tractor is one of the best ways to explore the Almond Heritage Centre in Livingston. This short trip that takes you around the Centre’s highlights is the best way to travel!

Union Canal

The Union Canal runs from Falkirk to Edinburgh, with many visitors travelling to the Union Canal to enjoy a light spot of fishing in its waters while in the new town of Livingston.

Roach and Perch are the most common fish in these waters and can easily be caught using bait. Nothing beats the taste of freshly caught fish while sitting in the town centre and enjoying the great weather!

Macdonald Houstoun House

The Macdonald Houstoun House Spa is just a seven-minute drive away from Livingston town centre. This luxury spa in Uphall, West Lothian, is the perfect day out for couples that want to relax and unwind during their holiday in Livingston, Scotland.

Here you will find several Elemis spa treatments on the menu, and you can also use the spa’s 18-metre indoor swimming pool and sauna before or after your treatment.

Howden Park Centre

The Howden Park Centre in West Lothian is the most exciting venue for arts performances, theatre, and exhibitions. On the south side of Livingston, the Centre has it all, including a beautiful auditorium, café houses and bars, and venues for hire.

You can enjoy a wide variety of incredible shows while visiting the Centre, with notable acts like actress Su Pollard, Bon Jovi Forever, and comedian Gary Meikle! Check out their website for upcoming shows and details.

Matugga Distillers

For a wholly unique rum experience, take a trip to Matugga Distillers! They blend Eastern African ingredients and a Scottish distilling process to create a beautiful union of flavours and colours.

Matugga rum is an aromatic, flavourful, and smooth blend that is delicately balanced for every sip you take. The distillers at Matugga will be overjoyed to explain the details process of creating their rum when you visit and try their elegant blend.

Escape Livingston

Do you have what it takes to escape from one of the best escape rooms in the UK? Escape Livingston will put your criminal investigation and puzzle perception to the test as they challenge you with three different unique and thrilling escape rooms.

Solve your way out of a room of witchcraft and wizardry, pull off a museum heist, or break out of prison while at Escape Livingston. This high-paced adventure is one you should not miss out on!

You can find Escape Livingston on the south side of town, right next to the esteemed West Lothian College.

Tony Macaroni Arena

Named after the acclaimed Tony Macaroni series of Italian restaurants, the Tony Macaroni Arena is the premier stadium of Livingston and West Lothian.

Near the Livingston Civic Centre on Howden South Road and adorned in yellow, the arena is a fantastic place to visit. You can almost hear the cheering fans as you explore the stadium grounds.

Whether you’re a fan of football, rugby, or one of the many other sports clubs that the Tony Macaroni Arena hosts, you will undoubtedly feel the electric atmosphere when you visit this incredible location.

Deer Park Golf & Country Club

On the north side of Livingston, this established golf course and country club has been at the heart of the West Lothian region for almost 30 years and prides itself on being one of the best attractions for any resolute golfer.

Deer Park Golf Club has 18 unique holes to test your skills against, featuring nine well-positioned water hazards, sand bunkers, and lush greenery that provides excellent views while you play.

The Country Club, located on the east side of Livingston, also has a collection of luxury services and amenities to enjoy nearby after the game, like spa treatments, a gym, and various cafes and restaurants.

Livingston Village

Near the famous River Almond, Livingston Village is very much the centrepiece of West Lothian. This cornerstone hub will likely be where you set out to experience what this town centre and this village offer.

Wander the vibrant streets, enjoy one of many cafes in Livingston Village, and house yourself in some of the best accommodation this village offers, like Livingston Inn, a coaching inn on your way to the town on the north side of town.

Take a tour through the magnificent Livingston Village; you won’t regret it!

Livingston FC

If you want a surge of adrenaline while on holiday in Livingston, watching a Livingston Football Club match will do the trick! The Livingston Football Club, formerly Meadowbank Thistle, stands against many of Scotland’s finest.

In recent years, they’ve hit the top five and climbed higher and higher up the Scotland Premier League. Watch as they face off teams from Glasgow, Edinburgh, and the rest of the UK! Take a look at their website for more information on matches, and treat yourself to a visit to the Tony Macaroni Stadium before enjoying a 90-minute heart-pounding game.

You’d be doing a disservice by not attending one of the incredible matches this club offers while visiting Livingston in West Lothian.

Almondell & Calderwood Country Park

Tucked out of sight in the valley of the Almond River, the Almondell & Calderwood Country Park is a hidden gem that very few get to see while in Livingston, West Lothian.

This untouched sanctuary is home to fantastic wildlife – roe deer, woodpeckers, herons, and foxes all can be seen while visiting Almondell and the surrounding area.

The two beautiful country parks of Almondell and Calderwood are some of the best-preserved natural parks in West Lothian, so make sure to set aside time to take in the natural beauty of these nearby destinations.

Eliburns Park

Enjoy some time at the beautiful and lush Eliburns Park, one of the best places to spend an afternoon with the family.

The Eliburns Park has many amenities and services to use here; you can walk down the verdant woodland walks, play on a kick pitch or the Park’s three football pitches, and it is the perfect picnic area to overlook the rest of the city.

The Park is also dog-friendly, so any pooches and pups you take on your journey will love it as much as you do.

Livingston Skatepark

If you want a taste of the vibrant youth culture of the new town of Livingston and the West Lothian region, take a trip down south to the Livingston Skatepark.

This skatepark was opened in 1981, a critical point in skating history when other skateparks in Britain were closing. It became a national icon and soon expanded its series of intense ramps, bowls, and even a beginner’s area.

It’s not often that you can see a piece of skating history in the United Kingdom, but the Livingston Skatepark certainly is one of them.

Delta Force Paintball

Test your strategy and skills when taking on friends and coworkers in Delta Force Paintball. You can capture victory in various game modes by using a mask, a paintball gun, and the tactically-placed terrain Delta Force provides.

This attraction is perfect for an end of the year corporate event, or even a hen or stag do and brings out the competitive side of everyone.

Linhouse Glen

Just north of Linhouse Water is the stunning Linhouse Glen, which shows off the great environments of Scotland like the far-reaching heathland, dense woodlands, and species-rich grasslands.

Home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, you can smell fragrant orchids and see a variety of impressive birdlife as you make your way through the rolling vistas.

Enjoy some time at this beautiful natural glen while visiting Livingstone & West Lothian.

Murieston Trail

If you’re interested in exploring more of the natural world, the Murieston Trail is your place. This woodland trail snakes through scenic natural landscapes with a meadow and playpark for you to stop by and enjoy the beauty of Murieston.

The trail finishes at Cambridge Pond, where you can have fabulous picnics and spend a sunset evening admiring the serene waters and the wildlife that flock to it.

Murieston Trail is a great destination that you should make time for if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Klondyke Garden Centre

The Klondyke Garden Centre is a tranquil destination that offers you a great way to connect with the many different flowers and plants.

The Centre is the perfect place for dates, made even better by visiting the Topiary Coffee Store. The Coffee Store has everything from a quick snack to a hearty lunch, with traditional teas sourced from the Garden’s produce!

The Klondyke Garden Centre is a great place to relax in Livingston, and you may even find yourself taking home a humble sapling from the Garden’s nursery.

Breich Water

Walk along with the River Almond when you make your way down the Breich Water trail. The Breich Water path is a great way to spend some time with the family after a big hearty lunch at one of the excellent cafes in Livingston New Town.

You could even spot kingfishers, sandpipers, and even dippers as you walk along the path and cross the bridges of this excellent River Almond walking trail.

Breich Water offers a great way to see the beautiful River Almond while in Livingston, West Lothian, so try a morning to walk along this gorgeous path.

Xcite Livingston

If you’re craving a bit of exercise and relaxation while on your holiday in Livingston, then Xcite Livingston has all the amenities and world-class facilities waiting for you.

Just east of West Lothian College, Xcite has an excellent gym, fantastic swimming pool, sauna and steam room, and even a cafe for you to enjoy.

Being on holiday also means taking care of your mind and body, so make some time for Xcite Livingston while in West Lothian.

Almondvale Centre

When you think of a holiday, you think of shopping, and the Almondvale Shopping Centre on Almondvale Avenue is just the cure you need to shop ’til you drop.

Not only does this Centre have top-class brands, but a collection of excellent diners and exhibits throughout the Centre that is decorated throughout the year. Almondvale Shopping Centre has it all, from fine dining to fast food and luxury to affordable brands.

You can even try their Aerial Adventure, a series of harnessed climbing challenges that take you along the walls of the Centre itself!

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The State of Montana is structured into six Tourism Regions and 18 DMO/CVBs. The Tourism Regions include Central Montana, Glacier Country, Missouri River Country, Southeast Montana, Southwest Montana, and Yellowstone Country.

The Livingston DMO/CVB – Explore Livingston, is a division of the Livingston Business Improvement District and is part of the Yellowstone Country Tourism Region. It is funded through a percentage of Lodging Facility Use Tax to support the promotion of Montana's tourism and recreation industry. Explore Livingston is governed by a Board of Directors and the Montana Tourism Advisory Council which approves the allocation of the bed tax funds.

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Set along the banks of the River Clyde and surrounded by stunning parkland, the Birthplace Museum invites you to follow Livingstone’s journey from Blantyre to Africa through our new interactive exhibition.

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HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF A SPRING WEEKEND GETAWAY TO THE RURAL COUNTRYSIDE IN LIVINGSTON COUNTY. It is time to escape the city and embark on a spring getaway to the countryside, an immersive experience of nature and…

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Sipping spring: explore deer run winery.

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN SPRINGTIME AT THE WESTERNMOST WINERY OF THE FINGER LAKES. Spring is one of the best times of the year to visit wineries. The first blush of spring brings an array of vibrant, diverse flavors to the…

Capture Your Love: Where to Take Engagement & Wedding Photos

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FROM PHOTOS ON THE WATER TO STUNNING VIEWS FOR your walk down the aisle, choosing Livingston County for your celebrations of love makes for a truly unforgettable day. There are many reasons why couples choose to hold…

green thinking

Communities, sponsored by nature, instead of driving, the future is bright for, agriculture, believing in the pursuit of, sustainability, livco has an abundance of natural resources, and we take the preservation of these areas seriously. much of our land has remained unchanged for centuries, and we intend to keep it that way for generations to come. the genesee valley conservancy is a local organization with over 29,000 acres of land in the genesee valley watershed under protection. visit their website to learn how you can get involved with their efforts., upcoming events, coffee & creatives.

• Genesee Valley Council on the Arts

Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble

• Fanatics Pub & Pizza

The Twentieth Annual American Rock Salt Lecture on Geology

• SUNY Geneseo - NEWTON, 204 Lecture Hall

Thursday Sit & Stitch

• Spindle & Knots

Dirty Blanket's Album Release Party

• 04/12/2024 - 04/13/2024
• Drumroll Stage and Sushi Pub

Letchworth: Friday Night Potluck & Nighttime Hike

• Letchworth State Park

Live Music at Rising Storm

• 04/12/2024 - 05/17/2024
• Rising Storm Brewing Company

Professor Louie Live

Avon's ala 15th annual dinner dance.

• Valley Oak Event Center

Bruce Katz Band

See some of the best spots in our region, #visitlivco #geneseerivervalley #livcony.

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Only minutes away from the Victoria Falls, one of the Natural Wonders of the World, Livingstone is one of the most romantic destinations on the Africa continent. It is rich in culture and history, with a host of adventure and adrenaline experiences to choose from.

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NHCC Calls for increased security for tourists

Vernissage) at the art gallery.

This weekend , Friday 29.07.2016 starting at 17:30 to 19:30 come and enjoy the vernissage at the art Gallery in Livingstone , Zambia

LTA urges review of Yellow Fever requirements

THE Livingstone Tourism Association (LTA) has urged the Government to expedite the yellow fever impasse with the South Africa following the declaration of Zambia as yellow fever-free zone by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

UNIVISA for Zambia and Zimbabwe

Visa Requirements Visas are required for most passports. Most visas can be purchased at the airport or border in United States Dollars cash (some entry points now accept Visa payments but best to have $ cash with you) – please confirm with your embassy whether it is advisable for you to apply for a visa before departure – you can also consult zambiaimmigration.gov.zm or why not check out details of the new UNIVISA. www.kazavisa.info. Please note that information posted can change without notice.

Defensive Driving Course by ZADAC School of Driving.

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Medellín declares war on sex tourism after US citizen found with two little girls at a hotel

The city’s mayor federico gutiérrez announces the six-month suspension of sex work in the neighborhood el poblado and limits operating hours of the bars and clubs in the area, in which he says sex trafficking is taking place.

The first repercussions of the discovery of a U.S. citizen with two girls, aged 12 and 13 respectively, in a luxury hotel in Medellín’s El Poblado neighborhood were announced on Monday. At a press conference, Mayor Federico Gutiérrez said that he would be signing two decrees: one, prohibiting sex work in the area of Medellín for six months, and another, the enforcement of a 1 a.m. closing time for bars in the area for a month. According to Gutiérrez, Lleras Park, the center of a neighborhood that is home to many nightclubs and restaurants patronized by foreign tourists, has become a magnet for crimes related to human trafficking, the drug trade and sexual abuse of minors.

In Colombia, sex work is neither illegal nor penalized, as indicated by the Constitutional Court’s case T-629. Still, Gutiérrez says he is acting under extraordinary circumstances, given the urgency of fighting back against the mafias that he says run El Poblado. On Monday, the mayor said: “We can’t prohibit sex work, but we can take care of those who provide services with the understanding that today, the area is under the control of various criminal organizations.”

Gutiérrez continued: “This situation has hit bottom. It is a serious, difficult situation.” He also announced that there would be meetings with owners of bars and hotels to clarify new “rules of the game”. Establishments that do not comply with the rules, added the mayor, will not only be subject to closure, but also to a possible termination of ownership rights. Gutiérrez’s announcement has aroused concerns that such a prohibition will not be effective in containing sex work, and that there is a possibility that problematic activity similar to that which has been taking place in El Poblado will continue in other parts of the city.

Last week’s case of the U.S. citizen has aroused indignation from Colombians and once again put a spotlight on the problem of sex tourism and its linked exploitation of children. The man, who has been identified as Timothy Allan Livingston, was discovered thanks to an individual who alerted the police that he was with the two girls at the Gotham Hotel, which is located nearby Lleras Park. Although he was arrested and detained for 12 hours, authorities eventually released him because he had not been caught in the act of sexually abusing the girls. He was released on Friday, and boarded a flight to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. An image of his passport, including his data and photo, has been posted to social media after details of his case came to light.

The El Poblado neighborhood, where the hotel in which Livingston was arrested is located, is an area of the city in which thousands of tourists can be found every night. It is full of bars, restaurants and hotels whose prices put them far out of reach for the average Colombian, and in which laws governing sex work are routinely disregarded. The Gotham Hotel’s website, which is presented entirely in English, offers three-story luxury apartments and a penthouse. In a line written in fine print at the bottom of the website, the establishment claims, “Gotham rejects the exploitation, pornography, and sexual tourism involving children and adolescents.”

After learning of the case, Medellín authorities ordered a 10-day closure of the Gotham. Mayor Gutiérrez, nonetheless, advocated for more severe measures, saying that the hotel should undergo a process to consider the revocation of its ownership rights, an idea that he repeated on Monday. “This single episode, which demonstrates the existence of sexual exploitation of children and adolescents, should be sufficient cause to apply termination of ownership rights. A mere 10-day closure is ridiculous,” announced the mayor. Radical feminist collectives like the Red Abolicionista de Medellín (Medellín Abolitionist Network) have called for a sit-in on April 9 at 6 p.m. to protest the exploitation of minors and women.

On Sunday afternoon, the city announced that it had assigned an official from the Center for Comprehensive Care for Victims of Sexual Abuse (Caivas) to determine whether Livingston had been involved in “criminal conduct related to inducing sexual practices” with the two girls in Medellín. Depending on the investigation’s findings, the office will consider the possibility of initiating termination of ownership rights at the hotel where the events allegedly occurred.

Medellín’s shadowy tourism

Sex tourism is just one side of a larger and more complex issue. In recent months, there have been several cases of U.S. citizens who have died amid suspicious circumstances in the city. In January, U.S. authorities advised travelers to avoid using dating apps such as Tinder, Grindr and Bumble in Medellín after several cases of varying severity in which U.S. citizens were drugged, robbed and even murdered during encounters arranged through apps. “Numerous U.S. citizens in Colombia have been drugged, robbed, and even killed by their Colombian dates,” warned the U.S. embassy in a January 10 security alert.

According to U.S. authorities, last year there was an increase in reports of incidents related to the use of dating apps, which are often used to attract victims and rob them, whether through force or with the use of sedatives. The Antioquia capital has also been the site of problems arising from the union of rampant tourism and drug trafficking, and the transformation of certain areas of the city to suit the needs and desires of visitors, many of whom are foreigners.

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