West Lothian Film Festival

06/06/2026

Gala day season is about to kick off! Tune in to Condor Entertainment’s live stream of the 2026 John Newland’s Day Procession.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18g9pcCwRq/?mibextid=wwXIfr

We will be live on Saturday for the Bathgate Procession. This is a non-proft contribution we make every year to the town and your support means everything! Catch us on YouTube just after 12pm BST 🌞🌞🌈

29/05/2026

Our charity partner Breast Friends and Family are doing truly amazing work in West Lothian and even have admiring eyes and ears observing nationwide. Amongst many other new additions they even have support for men with breast cancer.

Provost's Awards return for 2026 - West Lothian’s inspiring local heroes are set to be recognised as nominations for the Provost’s Awards open for 2026
Nominations are now open for individuals or groups who have made an outstanding voluntary contribution to community life in West Lothian.
The Provost's Awards look to recognise the people who make West Lothian a better place to live, work, visit and do business. This will be the second edition with the inaugural event taking place at Linlithgow Burgh Halls in May 2025.
Provost Cathy Muldoon said: “I remain very honoured to carry out the role of Provost and in my duties, I am so fortunate to meet incredibly selfless individuals and groups who go out of their way for others.
“These people deserve recognition; therefore, I am delighted to announce the return of the Provost’s Awards for 2026.
“If you may know someone who has volunteered in their community, spends their free time ensuring West Lothian continues to a be a great place to stay, or is active in working to improve their town or village then we want to hear from you. The nomination window is now open so please do not hesitate to get your entries in.”
Nominees must live, work or attend school or college in West Lothian. To submit a nomination, visit the link in the comment section below by Friday 10 July

27/05/2026

It’s that time of year again. The Provost's Awards return for 2026

West Lothian’s inspiring local heroes are set to be recognised as nominations for the Provost’s Awards open for 2026

Nominations are now open for individuals or groups who have made an outstanding voluntary contribution to community life in West Lothian.

The Provost's Awards look to recognise the people who make West Lothian a better place to live, work, visit and do business. This will be the second edition with the inaugural event taking place at Linlithgow Burgh Halls in May 2025.

Provost Cathy Muldoon said: “I remain very honoured to carry out the role of Provost and in my duties, I am so fortunate to meet incredibly selfless individuals and groups who go out of their way for others.

“These people deserve recognition; therefore, I am delighted to announce the return of the Provost’s Awards for 2026.

“If you may know someone who has volunteered in their community, spends their free time ensuring West Lothian continues to a be a great place to stay, or is active in working to improve their town or village then we want to hear from you. The nomination window is now open so please do not hesitate to get your entries in.”

Nominees must live, work or attend school or college in West Lothian. To submit a nomination, visit the link in the comment section below by Friday 10 July

https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/provosts-award?

22/05/2026

So that’s the end credits have finished on the West Lothian Business Week!

It was a joy to join everyone today who came to network this morning at the It was amazing to be in the company of several local businesses to learn what success means to them and if they had any business wins this week.

The amazing guest speaker Lindsay Girvan, owner of the Linlithgow-based knitwear brand offered a candid timelined story of her business; what inspired it, what keeps it going and what the future looks like.

What an amazing way to conclude a very special week 👏🏻

15/05/2026

Exciting things are happening behind the scenes at the West Lothian Film Festival 🎬

We’re delighted to confirm that our upcoming programme of screening events and festival activity will be announced very soon.

At present, we are working closely with our contacts at West Lothian Council to finalise venue dates and terms for the following planned events:

📍 Blackburn Partnership Centre — in aid of Breast Friends and Family — July
📍 Bathgate Partnership Centre — in aid of Bathgate Community Council — August
📍 Armadale Partnership Centre — in aid of Breast Friends and Family — August
📍 Torphichen Community Hall — Special Screening Event — September
📍 Bathgate Partnership Centre — Two-Day Festival & Black Tie Awards Ceremony 🤵🏻‍♂️👗

We are also in discussions to secure regular screening dates with the West Lothian 50 Plus Network with these events planned to be exclusive to its members and those with pending membership enquiries.

We appreciate everyone’s patience while we navigate a few challenges behind the scenes. Unfortunately, we have experienced some long-term sickness 🤒 within key members of the team, while the transition of community buildings back into West Lothian Council management has also required additional coordination to secure dates and agreements.

That said, we are incredibly excited about what’s ahead.

As soon as everything is officially confirmed, we’ll be announcing:
🎟️ Event dates
🎟️ Ticketing launches
🎬 Film line-ups
🏆 Festival & awards details

Thank you for continuing to support independent film, local storytelling, and independent film across West Lothian. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon.

13/05/2026

Congratulations to the entire cast and crew on this news. The Spin, who took home 6 awards and came very close to 7 awards across the board will be shown on BBC Northern Ireland. It was our joy and privilege to programme The Spin last summer.

Next up BBC Scotland BBC ???

☄️The Spin will make its global television debut on BBC 1 Northern Ireland this Wednesday, 13 May 📺🍿

06/05/2026

Tomorrow is election day.

As of December 2025, over 150,000 people in West Lothian are registered to vote. With an estimated voting-age population of around 155,000–160,000, that’s something genuinely worth recognising, the vast majority of our community has already taken the first step.

But registration is only the opening scene.

The real moment of catharsis’ comes when we show up.

At the West Lothian Film Festival, we believe in the power of stories, and elections are one of the most important ways a community shapes its own. Every vote is a voice. Every turnout figure tells a story about who we are and what we care about.

This isn’t about telling you who to vote for. It’s about encouraging you to take part.

🎥 Let’s set a new standard for turnout in West Lothian.
🎟️ You’ve got your ticket, now take your seat.

🗳️ Polls are open 7am–10pm and you don't need your ID. Just turn up and mark your ballot papers with an X next to your preferred party or candidate.

Be part of the story.

22/04/2026

We have received a suggestion of having the main festival screenings and award ceremony at Ghillie Dhu. We love the idea, especially after hearing the feedback from our last Special Screening Event. This venue is historical, prestigious and has a ton of options for commuting.

Drop us a like and a comment if you would attend the screening day (or two) and the black tie screening event here.

18/04/2026

🎬 Calling All Venues! Host the West Lothian Film Festival and Special Screening Events! 🎥

Are you looking to bring a touch of cinematic magic to your venue this year? We’re on the hunt for the perfect locations to host the West Lothian Film Festival this August, as well as several Special Screening Events running from now until December!

✨ Why Partner with Us?
• Showcase a diverse range of films that celebrate local talent and culture.
• Attract movie enthusiasts and boost your venue’s visibility in the community.
• Create a unique experience for your guests with our engaging programming.

🗓️ What We’re Looking For:
• Screenings spaces with good seating and audio-visual capabilities.
• Availability for August and flexible dates between now and December.
• A warm and inviting atmosphere for an unforgettable experience.

Join us in celebrating the love of film and community! If you’re interested in collaborating with the West Lothian Film Festival, please reach out to us for more details or tag the venue in a comment and be in with a chance to win a pair of tickets*

📩 Contact Us Today!
[email protected]

14/01/2026

🎬 SUBMISSIONS UPDATE

The final submission we were waiting for has now arrived, which means we are able to confirm our next steps.

The End Credits deadline officially closed on 31 December. Everything happening now, between then and 31 January, is an unplanned extension to allow a small number of filmmakers who were already in conversation with us to complete their submissions.

That said, we are happy to leave submissions open until 31 January for anyone who still wishes to enter.

There is just one condition.

All films submitted during this extension period must use one of the previously shared discount codes, as these also act as deadline waiver codes.
Full price submissions are no longer possible, because the End Credits deadline has passed.

If you have a film ready and a code saved, this is your window.

📍 Submit here:
www.filmfreeway.com/westlothianff

For potential sponsors and partners, there are still excellent opportunities to get involved through Category Sponsorship and Event Sponsorship. Supporting a specific award or a dedicated event is a powerful way to align your brand with filmmakers, audiences and the creative community. Drop us an email [email protected]

Thank you to everyone who has supported the festival so far, and to those about to click submit, this is your final chance to be part of this year’s programme.