Ogilface Castle

Ogilface Castle was a medieval castle in Armadale, West Lothian, Scotland. The castle was established in the mid 12th century when it was granted to Holyrood Abbey by William de Veteri Ponte. Ogilface was the seat of the Barons of Ogilface before it passed to the Earl of Linlithgow, then fell out of use. The ruins were said to have been used by Covenanters a place of refuge. Today, only mounds remain in extant. A geophysical survey of the Ogilface castle remains was carried out in 2008. The West Lothian Archaeological Trust, working with the Edinburgh Archaeological Field Society has also investigate the castle. Infrared kite surveys have revealed features of the castle not visible at ground level.

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Armadale Academy

Armadale Academy is a secondary school in Armadale, West Lothian. Opened in 1969, the academy moved to its current location in 2009. It is split into three houses: Cochran, Honeyman, and Wood. Armadale Academy's mission statement is “Learning Together, Achieving Together.” The school's staff and students are encouraged to focus on community building, and celebration of success.

Armadale, West Lothian

Armadale (Scots: Airmadale, Scottish Gaelic: Armadal) is a town within the county of West Lothian in the Central Belt of Scotland. It lies to the west of Bathgate and to the east of Blackridge. Armadale, formerly known as Barbauchlaw, is an ex-mining town which was also known for its brick manufacturing. It is named after Armadale in Sutherland, this estate being owned by Sir William Honeyman who later acquired the land of Barbauchlaw. Primarily a residential community, the town has a number of different public places, a central Mains Street and a series of parks, green spaces and nature reserves, many of which lie atop former mines and industrial areas.

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Volunteer Park, Armadale

Volunteer Park is a football ground in Armadale, West Lothian, Scotland. It is the home ground of Armadale Thistle, and was used by several of the town's previous clubs, including Armadale F.C., who played Scottish Football League matches there between 1921 and 1933. The ground also hosted greyhound racing during the 1930s.

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Armadale Stadium

Armadale Stadium is a motorcycle speedway and former greyhound racing stadium situated in the town of Armadale, West Lothian in Scotland. Stock car racing has also been held at the venue.