- by West Calder
- West Lothian, EH55 8LP
- 01501 785205
- cottages@crosswoodhill.co.uk
Useful Links
Below are a few websites you may find useful when planning your holiday in Scotland.
Activities
Brenfield
Though a bit of a distance away, offers a smooth ride when it comes to information on pony trekking amongst scenic splendour.
Fishing In Scotland
Scottish Golf
UK Golf Guide
Airports
British Airports Authority
Information about the UK’s major airports.
Easy Value
Impartial comparisons for online shopping, including best-value flights on any given day.
EasyJet
Basic, low cost, flights within UK
Ryanair
This budget flight company operates from Prestwick Airport(22 miles) 35 km south west of Glasgow. Although described as ’Glasgow’ be aware, if renting a car, that this is not the same as Glasgow International Airport which is 8 miles to the west of the city.
Bikes and bike hire
Car Hire
Alamo Rent A Car
Alamo Rent A Car
Avis Rent A Car
Avis Rent A Car
Budget
With depots at most airports
Capital Car Hire
operate from Edinburgh itself, very close to HAYMARKET Train Station and offer competitive rates with good customer care. Everything from family cars to limousines and chauffered minibuses.
EasyCar Rental
incredibly cheap car rental, currently operating only out of Glasgow Airport.
Hertz Rent A Car
Hertz Rent A Car
Holiday Autos
Makes hiring a car a doddle. Breathtaking choice, simplicity and good value.
Leisure Cars
Also offer discount hire from Edinburgh and Glasgow airports.
Limos and minibuses
National Car Rental
National Car Rental
Children
Kids Edinburgh
Proves there’s no shortage of imaginative events and activities geared to kids’ enjoyment.
Customer Care
TripAdvisor
We are proud and passionate about Scottish Tourism and encourage guests to feedback their experiences to us. We also now encourage our guests to feed back to TripAdvisor where you can read independent travellers’ opinions about holiday accommodation. Click on this link to add your comment or see how we did. Type Crosswoodhill into the search area to bring up reviews on our properties. If you are kind enough to send in a review, please state the full name Crosswoodhill Farm Holiday Cottages near Edinburgh as this will help others to find us.
Disability Information
Arjo Hire
For hoists on the move. One call to Arjo Hire can solve handling problems for a disabled guest. From Arjo’s homepage, click on ’others’ and select ’UK’, then ’Hire’ or phone 01452 506050.
Radar
This site has a wealth of information for disabled people in the UK
Wheelchair Hire
For wheelchair hire whilst at Crosswoodhill. Also contact the local West Lothian branch of the Red Cross via e-mail: brcswl217@hotmail.com
Eating Out
Edinburgh Guide
This online Edinburgh Guide offers various listings of Edinburgh pubs and restaurants for all tastes and budgets.
Taste Of Scotland
Where to eat in style in Scotland. Describes select establishments, some within easy driving distance of Crosswoodhill.
Events
All About Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Directory . has all sorts of useful contact numbers.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Edinburgh Festivals
Information on Edinburgh’s Festivals
Edinburgh Hogmanay
Edinburgh is of course the place to bring in the New Year!
Edinburgh International Festival
Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The List
The most comprehensive entertainment and events listing site, covering both Edinburgh and Glasgow
Ferry Travel
Caledonian MacBrayne
Caledonian MacBrayne Ferries links the Scottish mainland with its islands.
Food & Drink
Scottish Farmers Market
Discover what’s on sale and when.
Scottish Haggis
McKean’s of Scotland include information on how to cook haggis and Rabbie Burns who penned "Address to a Haggis."
Valvona & Crolla
For an Aladdin’s cave of traditional food, wine, cheese and exciting products
Genealogy
Ancestral Scotland
Ar-turas
Ar-turas specialises in providing cultural, social and historical contexts to bring the family tree to life.
Scots Genealogy
Scottish Genealogy Society
Scottish Roots
Scottish Roots Ancestral Research Service
Geneology
Scots Ancestry
A dedicated family researcher can help bring your ancestors to life
General Travel
Train, Airline and Bus Timetable
Plan any public transport journey within and from Scotland to main points in the UK by bus, coach, ferry, flight or underground.
Travel Line
Travel information covering the whole of the UK
Highlandwear
Geoffrey Taylor
Geoffrey (Taylor) Kiltmakers & Weavers: kilts, tartans
Macdonald Kilt Makers
Kiltmakers of over 50 years, offering excellent value for money.
Links to Cottages in Other Areas
Craobh Cottages
For those who yearn to be beside the Scottish seaside these lovely 4 Star cottages in Argyll offer the perfect retreat.
Pitmilly
Wonderful for families, this group of luxury cottages near St. Andrews, Fife is much more than just a place to stay. It offers lots to do on site.
Stay Hebrides
Escape to the Edge, to the ideal romantic Hebridean 5 STAR retreat for two. Matched by a stunning island location, irresistable turf-roofed, luxury cottages on Harris, close to glorious deserted beaches.
Local Farm Shops
Craigies
Hopetoun Farm Shop
Huge range of locally produced fine fare.
Whitmuir
Looking for something excitingly different?
Loch Lomond Seaplanes
Soar over lochs and mountains on a seaplane
Scotair
See Scotland as you’ve never seen it before!
Mapping Websites
Aqua3
Europe’s No. 1 publisher of all weatherproof leisure maps, publishing over 3000 titles including Ordnance Survey, IGN, Kompass and more..
Distilleries - Scotland
Whisky Map of Scotland
Multimap
UK Multimaps. Good directions to Crosswoodhill. Type in EH55 8LP as a destination.
Ordnance Survey
Order your hiking maps in advance
RAC Route Planner
Plan your route
Streetmap
UK Street Maps Online
Other Useful Travel Links
Airport Hotel Accommodation in the UK
Airport hotels at all major UK airports including Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted and Manchester. Instant online accommodation confirmation and hotel directions.
Ferry Crossing Tickets Online
Great deals on ferry tickets throughout Europe including Eurotunnel crossings, cross channel, Irish sea. All ports available including Folkstone, Calais, Hull, Dover, Dublin, Douglas & Holyhead.
Fully Inclusive Car Hire
Fully inclusive car rental and hire worldwide.
Holiday parking near uk airport
Find a secure car park at all major UK airports. Easy online booking with instant online airport parking documents.
Short Breaks in Europe and USA
Short break holidays with hotel accommodation throughout the UK, Europe and North America. Also London theatre break short stay holidays and special offers.
VIP Lounges at Major UK Airports
Airport executive VIP lounges at all major UK airports including Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted and Manchester. Instant online confirmation and lounge directions.
Pet Information
DEFRA
Good official information here on what you need to do to bring your pet into the UK.
Rail Travel
British Rail
British Rail Website
Railtrack
Definitive resource for UK rail timetables
Scot Rail
Scotrail Website
The Trainline
Useful for timetables and to book your train tickets online in advance.
Scotland’s Heritage
ASVA
Lists an abundance of exciting museums and attractions all over Scotland. Go exploring!
Historic Scotland
Historic Scotland which owns Edinburgh and Stirling Castle, as well as many other historic castles and abbeys, have a special Scottish Explorer ticket valid for 7-14 days. Good value.
NTS
The National Trust for Scotland has many beautiful castles and historic houses in its care and their Trust Touring Pass is excellent value for money
Tours and Trails
Celtic Trails
Offers unique half and whole day personalised tours from Edinburgh to sites of prehistoric, Celtic and mediaeval interest, including Rosslyn chapel.
STGA
These Blue Badge Guides can give visitors a memorable, entertaining experience of Scotland in a total of 19 languages.
Timber Bush Tours
This 5 STAR Edinburgh company runs 1, 2, or 3 day guided tours in luxury mini-coaches to the Highlands and/or the hallowed hame o’ golf. Why not take a rest from driving and enjoy one of these before or after your stay at Crosswoodhill?
Visual memories
Jennie Tuffs
Living close by is a talented artist who has achieved global fame with her flower paintings. Cards, prints, posters and glorious originals available locally.
Weather
Websites specific to...
City Touring within Edinburgh and Glasgo
Hop-on / hop-off buses which depart from a central location every 10 to 15 minutes and take about an hour to do the complete tour, but much longer when you jump off at the attractions you want to visit. Tickets are valid all day and include discounts to attractions. No prior booking required.
Currency Conversion - Exchange Rates
Green Tourism Business Scheme
Source eco-friendly fellow members / accommodation providers elsewhere in the UK
Insurance for Your Holiday
For UK guests booking our accommodation and wishing to insure against cancellation, we recommend Travellers Protection Services Ltd.
Wedding & Romance
Weddings at Crosswoodhill
Our cottages have been the perfect honeymoon setting for many couples. But for a small intimate ceremony, why not think about actually getting married in the cottage? We know of a Minister happy to do this for you.
Accolades & Awards
About Us
4 Quality Self-Catering properties, sleeping 2 – 14, within easy reach of Edinburgh, Glasgow and Livingston. Welcoming holiday and short stay farm accommodation in West Lothian.
Contact Us
Crosswoodhill Holiday Farm Cottages
by West Calder
EH55 8LP
West Lothian
Scotland