Broxburn and Livingston hit the small screen

Broxburn and Livingston Band starred in a BBC Two documentary remembering Scotland's shale oil heritage.

MEMBERS of Broxburn and Livingston Band have enjoyed a starring role on the small screen in a documentary remembering Scotland's shale oil heritage.

Scotland's First Oil Rush, which was broadcast on BBC Two Scotland on Tuesday, May 17, told the story of shale and its lasting impact in West Lothian.

The band was featured in rehearsal with conductor Chris Shanks and on one of the "bings," a red mountain where the local mine was situated.

Stalwart members Alec Chalmers and Jim Ferguson were interviewed during the film, explaining the link between the Broxburn Public Band and the workers at the mine as well as long serving committee member, Tom White.

Bill Smith, president of Broxburn and Livingston Band, said: "West Lothian played a major role in Scotland's shale oil industry and we were delighted to help remember the stories of those involved.

"Several bings have been landscaped, flattened for housing or removed, but there are three really striking ones - including one at Broxburn. That, combined with the connection between members of Broxburn Public Band and and the mines, meant the band was more than happy to be involved in this wonderful documentary."

Anyone looking to catch up with the programme can log on to: https://bbc.in/1ZCnSXs.