Summer 2026 What’s On Where Guide Now Available for West Lothian
☀️ Summer 2026 What’s On Where Guide Now Available for West Lothian
We’re delighted to announce that the brand-new Summer 2026 edition of our What’s On Where (WoW) Guide for West Lothian is now available to download.
Created to help older adults, families, carers, and professionals across West Lothian, our free guide is packed with local activities, wellbeing advice, community support, and ideas for helping ageing loved ones stay active, connected, and independent.
Whether you’re looking for groups for older adults in West Lothian, support for an ageing parent, or simply ways to stay socially connected this summer, the guide is full of useful local information and resources.
As always, this latest edition includes our growing directory of local support organisations, social groups, community activities, wellbeing services, and clubs for older people across West Lothian – now featuring hundreds of opportunities to get involved.
Here’s a little look at what’s inside this summer’s guide:
🚶 Gentle Walks and Outdoor Activities for Older Adults in West Lothian
This edition features West Lothian on Foot: Gentle Walks to Enjoy This Summer, highlighting accessible outdoor spaces and walking opportunities for older adults looking to stay active and improve wellbeing.
From the scenic paths around Linlithgow Loch to the peaceful surroundings of Beecraigs Country Park, Almondell & Calderwood Country Park, and Polkemmet Country Park, there are plenty of ideas for gentle exercise and days out with ageing loved ones in West Lothian.
We also highlight local walking groups and organisations including Xcite Ageing Well, OPAL Cyrenians, West Lothian 50 Plus Network, Spark, and more – helping older people stay social, active, and connected in their local communities.
For families supporting older relatives, these kinds of regular activities can make a real difference to confidence, mobility, mental wellbeing, and reducing social isolation.
🍳 Recipe of the Season: Spanish Omelette (Tortilla Española)
Our summer recipe is a simple and satisfying Spanish Omelette, kindly provided by Food Train West Lothian.
Easy to prepare and gentle to eat, this healthy recipe is ideal for older adults and can be enjoyed warm or cold during the summer months.
Alongside the recipe, we also highlight the fantastic work Food Train carries out supporting older people across West Lothian through shopping services, befriending, outings, and practical support for people experiencing ill health, frailty, or isolation.
💦 Supporting Healthy Ageing with Good Boost
This edition also features Good Boost, a supportive water-based exercise programme helping older adults improve mobility, strength, and confidence through gentle pool activities.
Programmes like this can be especially beneficial for older people living with joint pain, reduced mobility, or long-term health conditions and are another great example of the wellbeing opportunities available locally in West Lothian.
👁 Vision Support Group West Lothian
We’re also shining a spotlight on the fantastic work of the Vision Support Group West Lothian, which provides friendship, encouragement, and social opportunities for people living with visual impairment.
For older adults experiencing sight loss, groups like this can provide valuable emotional support, practical advice, and opportunities to stay connected within the community.
The group warmly welcomes new members and meets regularly in Livingston.
🚲 Spotlight On: Fauldhouse Cycling Without Age Trishaw
This quarter’s spotlight feature focuses on the wonderful Fauldhouse Cycling Without Age Trishaw project.
The specially adapted trishaw gives older adults and people with reduced mobility the chance to enjoy safe, supported rides outdoors with friendly volunteer pilots.
Projects like this help ageing adults remain connected to their local communities while supporting mental wellbeing, confidence, and social interaction.
The team is also looking for volunteer pilots, with full training and support provided.
📖 Download the Summer 2026 What’s On Where Guide
The Summer 2026 What’s On Where Guide for West Lothian is available now and completely free to access.
📍 Printed copies can be found at libraries, community centres, and various other local venues across West Lothian, or requested by post.
⬇️ You can also download the latest edition directly from our website.
Whether you’re supporting an ageing loved one, searching for local elderly support services, or looking for social activities for older adults in West Lothian, our guide is designed to help people stay informed, active, independent, and connected.
📝 Want to Be Included in Future Editions?
If you run a local group, activity, class, support service, or community event in West Lothian that would benefit older adults, we’d love to hear from you about featuring it in a future edition of our What’s On Where Guide.
📞 Call us on 01506 346046
📧 Or email graham.stevenson@homeinstead.co.uk
A huge thank you once again to all the amazing organisations, volunteers, and community groups who help make the WOW Guide such a valuable resource for older adults, families, and carers across West Lothian.
Whether you’re searching for local support for an ageing loved one, looking for activities for older adults in West Lothian, or simply hoping to stay connected with your community, our Summer 2026 What’s On Where Guide is here to help.
👉 Download your free copy today and discover what’s happening near you.
