Zoos & Wildlife · Stirling
Scottish Owl Centre
📍 EH47 0AD
Photo: Alan O'Dowd (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- See over 140 owls from around the world
- Daily flying displays in all weather
- Hands-on education features to learn about owls
- Hold an owl for a photo
- Adventure playground and picnic area on site
The Scottish Owl Centre is home to more than 140 owls from around the world, set within the walled garden of the former Polkemmet mansion house in Whitburn. You can watch daily all-weather flying displays, explore hands-on education features, and even hold an owl for a photo. There's also an adventure playground, picnic area and gift shop, making it a good option for families and wildlife enthusiasts alike. The centre focuses specifically on owls rather than birds of prey generally, with a stated ethos of education, inspiration and conservation. For a stay nearby, there are 5 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays, with Blackridge station 1.7 miles away for those travelling by train.
Practical details
- Best for
- Wildlife lovers wanting close encounters with owls
From the attraction's own website on 22 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Cafe
- ✓ Playground
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Gift Shop
- ✓ Picnic Area
- ✓ Parking
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Make a proper break of it — these stays are all within 25 miles.
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1.9 mi
2.5 mi
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3.7 mi
🗓️ Make a break of it
Turn a visit to Scottish Owl Centre into a proper getaway — ready-made plans, and the drive worked out with fuel, EV charging and the best stops.
🚆 Or come by train
- Blackridge 1.7 miles
- Armadale 1.8 miles
- Fauldhouse 3 miles
Straight-line distances · live departures on each station page