Battle 500
2026 marks the 500th anniversary of the Battle of Linlithgow Bridge.
The Linlithgow community and other groups across Scotland have come together to organise a series of exciting, fun and special events. Full details are included in the Battle 500 website but Linlithgow Civic Trust is also involved and you can purchase Pikestaff Beer packs online, sponsor a tree in Battle Wood or buy tickets for Bruce Jamieson’s spectacular multimedia events in St Michael’s Parish Church on Friday 4th September and on Saturday 5th September.
Commemorative Book: The Battle of Linlithgow Bridge. Written by Ron Smith, the new book will be available in August. Advance subscribers and sponsors who apply before 7 September will be acknowledged in the book. Subscribe Here
Pikestaff Ale: Commemorative packs of two 500ml bottles of Pikestaff Ale and a glass chalice can be purchased at the following places and times:
| Date | Time | Event | Location |
| Saturday 1 August | 10:00 am to 4:00pm | Artisan Market | The Cross |
| Friday 28 August | 4:00pm to 9:00pm | Summer Night Market | Low Port Centre |
| Saturday 5 September | 10:00 am to 4:00pm | Artisan Market | The Cross |
Pikestaff beer vouchers can be exchanged for the commemorative packs at all of these places.
Other outlets will be added as they become available.
