Work is underway to redevelop a park in West Lothian.

The council and transport charity Sustrans are together investing £1.2 million at Almondvale Park in Livingston.

Work includes replacing the Amphitheatre with a bespoke adventure playpark, wildflower planting, replacing picnic/seating areas, removing trees to open up paths and improving river views.

In addition, a measured walk and parkrun will be developed, the existing NCN75 cycle path will be re-routed, and a new toucan crossing will be installed on Calder Park Road.

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Other features involve landscaping and public art works with a new viewing platform for the Howden Pier. New signage and lighting will also be installed, as well as upgrading existing foot/cycle paths.

Councillor Tom Conn said: "The £1.2 million investment from the council and Sustrans will help local residents and visitors to the town enjoy the River Almond and surrounding greenspace more."

Tom Bishop, Sustrans Community Links Manager, added: "Sustrans Scotland is delighted to support improvements to improve walking and cycling in and around Almondvale Park through our Community Links Programme."

(LM/JP)