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Sponsored by visitfalkirk.com Welcome to Falkirk, ! The Falkirk area sits at the very heart of Scotland, midway between and with excellent motorway and rail links and two international airports close by. Falkirk is home to two of the world’s Heritage most unique attractions which are The Falkirk area is rich in history, with World transforming the Scottish landscape: Heritage UNESCO site the , • The including Rough Castle, one of the best preserved Roman Forts; baronial mansion • Park ‘Home of ’ 5 star , home to a working The Falkirk area is also home to a great Georgian Kitchen; the Falkirk Trinity Church range of further attractions including; & the Faw Graveyard including the Tomb the historic Callendar House and Park, of Sir John de Graeme (’s right a large section of the , hand man); The Steeple; Dunmore Pineapple; the Antonine Wall (a UNESCO World and Museum featuring Heritage Site), Bo’ness & Kinneil excellent examples of renaissance art; The Hippodrome in Bo’ness; 4 star Bo’ness & Railway, , Museum of Kinneil Railway a working steam railway Scottish Railways, Kinneil House and including Scotland’s largest Railway museum; Museum and much much more. and the ship that never sailed Blackness Why not Visit Falkirk today? Castle. Immerse yourself in 2000 years of heritage. Further details on the Falkirk area and attractions can be found in this leafet, at www.visitfalkirk.com or you can follow us on Facebook, Twitter @Vfalkirk, Instagram and YouTube. Falkirk Centre Falkirk is home to a diverse selection of high- quality, award winning, unique places to shop, eat and drink. Take a pleasant stroll around Falkirk’s largely pedestrianised historic town centre, where you’ll fnd an exceptional mix of speciality shopping, independent retailers, 2 shopping centres, well-known high street stores and multi-nationals. Named in 2018 as one of TravelMag’s 20 most charming in Scotland, Falkirk town centre blends the modern and historic to showcase perfectly the past and present of Scotland. Outdoor Falkirk The town centre is just a short drive from our The Falkirk area is home to some amazing many attractions, offers FREE parking after 3 open spaces which make the perfect place to pm and has been a fnalist in Keep Scotland enjoy outdoor activities. Beautiful for a number of years. Enjoy a relaxing day of fshing on the River For more info on Falkirk Town centre go to Carron, the canals or at one of our local www.falkirkdelivers.com fsheries. Nearby Central Retail Park also has a fantastic mix of leading national retailers, restaurants If walking is more your thing, why not take and a 12 screen cinema. on some of the John Muir Way, with the Falkirk sections allowing you to take in Bo’ness Town Centre great local sites including Blackness Castle, Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway, Callendar House, Bo’ness is a beautiful town on the banks of The Falkirk Wheel, Antonine Wall and more. the , steeped in history. Bo’ness is home to the 4 star Bo’ness & There’s a great choice for the cyclist too, with Kinneil Railway, Museum of Scottish Railways, Callendar Estate having various cycle trails the Bo’ness Motor Museum, the beautifully set across 6,300 acres of land, and the Helix restored Hippodrome Cinema. Kinneil House, Around Town Tour offering a 16 mile route. Museum and Estate is just a few minutes There are also lots of options for golf, away from which you can access parts of laser tag, paintballing, plus , the Antonie Wall and will fnd the remains of waterwalking, canoeing, skiing ’s cottage. and even segways. The town is easy to get around with a great mix of independent retailers. The Falkirk Wheel

Scotland’s most exciting example of 21st century engineering, The Falkirk Wheel is the world’s only rotating boat lift - a breathtaking working sculpture which links the Forth & Clyde Canal to the above. Sail 115 feet into the air on an unforgettable boat trip, enjoy home baking in the café, explore the history of Scotland’s canals in the visitor centre, go wild in the water play park or experience a year-round calendar of events and activities at this unique attraction.

The Falkirk Wheel, Lime Road, Falkirk, FK1 4RS 08700 500208 www.thefalkirkwheel.co.uk The Helix has transformed 350 hectares in Falkirk into a brand The Helix new recreational green space The home of the Kelpies and visitor attraction, including lagoon, wetlands, splash play area, kids adventure zone, accessible play area, trails and outdoor event space. The jewel within this project, The Kelpies, stand 30 metres tall, and are the world’s largest equine sculptures. Towering over the Forth & Clyde canal, they form a dramatic gateway to the canal entrance on the East Coast of Scotland. Visitors can experience a tour inside The Kelpies and hear all about their origin and inspiration. A 5 star visitor centre on-site gives visitors a unique insight into the history of these magnifcent sculptures and has a cafe and gift shop. Pre-book your Kelpie Tour to avoid disappointment. NB A small charge for parking does apply

The Helix Park, FK2 7ZT 01324 590600 www.thehelix.co.uk Over 2000 years of history are waiting to be discovered at this 5 star attraction. Don’t miss the Georgian kitchen with costumed interpreters bringing history to life, visit the recently refurbished tearoom and leave time to explore the magnifcent park and woodlands, including a section of the Antonine Wall.

Outlander Film Location Season 2 Callendar House and Park

Callendar Park, Falkirk, FK1 1YR www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org Tel: 01324 503770 Bo’ness & Full Steam Ahead Kinneil for great family fun! Share an adventure with your friends and family traveling by steam train and Railway exploring Scotland’s largest railway museum. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of old fashioned train travel. Buy a snack from the buffet car then sit back and wave to the people you pass as the train travels through the Scottish countryside to Manuel via Kinneil Halt and Birkhill. You’ll fnd homemade, locally-sourced produce in the Station Buffet and there’s a great Gift Shop too. Visit the website for more info about special events including Day Out With Thomas and Santa Steam Trains.

and the Museum of Scottish Railways Discover Scotland’s largest railway museum. Three large buildings full of wonders - from full-size locomotives to old fashioned railway signs which once adorned the walls of busy stations, each with a story to tell. Get hands on and discover railway history through fun interactive displays, fnd out why the Fish Van has Bo’ness Station, Union Street, a sloping foor, come face to face with Bo’ness, EH51 9AQ a mechanical horse plus lots more. www.bkrailway.co.uk Tel. Station 01506 822298 Offce (weekdays) 01506 825855 Outlander Film Location Season 1 The Dunmore Pineapple This unusual but beautiful structure was built in 1761 by the Earl of Dunmore as a summerhouse. View the exterior from the walled garden and orchard. Explore the surrounding woodland and ponds which teem with wildlife.

Near , Falkirk, FK2 8LU (Signed from the A905) www.nts.org.uk Tel: 0844 493 2132

The Falkirk Trinity Church Falkirk Trinity Church stands on the site of the historic Faw Kirk. The graveyard contains important historical memorials from the eras of William Wallace including the Tomb of Sir John de Graeme Wallace’s right hand man, the in 1298 and the second battle of Falkirk in 1746.

Manse Place, Falkirk, FK1 1JN www.falkirktrinity.org.uk Tel: 01324 611017 Scotland’s oldest The Hippodrome purpose built cinema with a stunning pre-art deco style dating back Cinema to 1912 and beautifully restored. Running the latest releases, classic flms and autism friendly screenings. Home to the annual festival of Silent Film which takes place in March.

10 Hope Street, Bo’ness, EH51 0AA www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org Tel: 01324 506850

A historic house, open Kinneil House, on selected days and surrounded by parkland and woodland which Museum & Estate includes remains of James Watt Cottage, a roman fortlet and the Antonine Wall. Kinneil Museum displays 2,000 years of history from Roman times to the present day.

Kinneil Estate, Bo’ness, EH51 0PR www.kinneil.org.uk Tel: 01506 778530 The John Muir Way stretches The John Muir Way for 134 miles across Central Scotland. A large section of the walk/cycle path can be found in the Falkirk area, passing some of our well know attractions such as Blackness Castle, Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway, Callendar House, Falkirk Wheel and more.

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Blackness Castle

Shaped like a ship and situated on a promontory which juts out into the Forth, this 15th century castle is known as the ship that Blackness, EH49 7NH never sailed. Blackness had roles as a garrison Price: See website fortress and state prison. Check web for www.historic-scotland.gov.uk exhibition and events schedule. Tel: 01506 834807

Outlander Film Location Season 1 & 2 HISTORIC CASTLE, ICONIC FILMING LOCATION. STAR OF OUTLANDER, OUTLAW KING & MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS.

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Edinburgh Glasgow Avon Heritage Trail 8. Callendar Estate 14. The Dunmore 27. The Jungle Roomr 32. The LMilkbarnothia Ice 37.n Sky High Activity Centre e 21. Falkirk Tunnel iv R Cycle Trails PineappleSlamannan Cream Parlour Trampolining 3. Bean Row Pottery 28. Jupiter Urban B792 42. Wonder World 22. The Faw Kirk 1 0 9.1 Callendar 2 House3 15. Mannerstons Café Wildlife Centre 33. Muiravonside 38. Transcend Games Soft Play Kilometres B825 4. Blackness Scale: Castle0.5 0 1 2 B8047 and Park Miles & Farm Shop 23. Grangemouth B8028 Country Park 29. Kinneil Brew A801 39. Game Over Escape 43. Xtreme Karting © 2010 Falkirk Council. No part of this map may be reproduced without the permission of Falkirk Council.B803 5. Bo’ness & Kinneil Designed by Scribble Design Ltd. 01698 850342 Heritage Trust 10. 16. Falkirk Distillery Hoose & The 34. Museum Of Rooms Falkirk A899 Railway 44. Xtreme Combat Trail 24. The John Muir Way Corbie Inn Scottish Railways 17. Falkirk Town Centre 6. Bo’ness Motor 11. Cloybank Estate Heritage Trail 25. The Helix Home of 30. Kinneil House, 35. Polmonthill Museum the Kelpies Museum & Estate Snowsports Centre 12. Divergent Games 18. FTH visitfalkirk.com Game Over Xtreme Karting Escape Rooms - Falkirk

Come explore the “Walking Death” Escape Room and take on the challenge with Experience the thrill and adrenaline of indoor friends, family and colleagues. karting at its best at Scotland’s only Visit Every clue is crucial- Will your team survive? Scotland accredited karting centre Recommended for ages 16+

Lochlands Business Park, Larbert, Falkirk, FK5 3NS • www.xtremekarting.co.uk • Tel: 01324 579797

Falkirk Distillery

Opening 2019 Falkirk’s only working distillery with Visitor Centre and cafe.

Falkirk Distillery Company www.falkirkdistillery.com Tel: 01324 670000 Antonine Wall

Built by the Romans around AD142 as the frontier of their Empire, the Antonine Wall is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Substantial lengths of this remarkable monument can still be seen at various sites across the Falkirk area.

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Muiravonside Country Park

170 acres of woodland, parkland and gardens with nature trails, picnic sites and a Visitor Centre. In and around the restored farm buildings you can see ponies, pigs, Highland cows, goats, ducks and chickens.

The Loan, By Linlithgow, EH49 6LN www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org Tel: 01506 845311

Outlander Film Location Season 2 Dollar Park, FTH Theatre, Music Walled Garden and Cinema

The Walled Garden FTH Theatre is a multi is a relaxing, natural purpose arts, cinema haven and offers a and theatre in the town range of features centre and offers a huge including a sensory programme of events. garden, arbour area for West Bridge Street, picnics, and Falkirk, FK1 5RS pond. Limited parking Price: See programme available. online for details Open Monday - Saturday falkirkcommunitytrust.org 10am - 3.30pm, Tel: 01324 506850 free entry

Bean Row Pottery Divergent Games Room

Bean Row Pottery, run by With two themed rooms artist Susan Wade-French, is - Detective in Trouble situated in the historic heart and Bunker Breakout be of Falkirk. All clay work is transported to a different made on site and visitors can era. Race against the clock browse the Pottery Studio to escape. Shop, enjoy the courtyard 102 Manor Street, garden and watch Susan work on her latest ideas. Falkirk, FK1 1NU www.divergentgames. Bean Row Pottery, 3 Bean co.uk Row, Falkirk FK1 1PH Tel: 01324 880797 Tel: 01324 227676

Transcend Games Room Wee Heroes

In a team of 2-8 will you Wee Heroes is the UK’s dare to escape our two frst Superhero Laser Tag themed rooms Agenda 21 venue, it is suitable for all and the Funhouse. Think ages. 40 seat cafe on site outside the box, look for for recharging too. Once clues and work as a team. you don your revolutionary On-site cafe. kit you will feel like a superhero!

Callendar Square, Falkirk, FK1 1RQ • [email protected] www.weeheroes.co.uk • www.escape-transcend.co.uk • Tel: 01324 638705 The Milkbarn Falkirk Tunnel Ice Cream Parlour

Created nearly 200 An artisan ice cream parlour years ago the eerie and and café, with kids play atmospheric Falkirk Tunnel area, cycle racks and a connects Falkirk to the heart fbreglass cow to practice of Edinburgh. your milking technique on. The Falkirk Tunnel is just a Glen Farm,, short walk from Falkirk High Falkirk FK1 3AA Station. www.themilkbarn.co.uk Keep checking Scottish Tel: 01324 630703 Canals website for info on any events.

Callendar Estate Heritage Xtreme Combat and Mountain Bike Trails

Follow the Battle of Falkirk Experience Laser Tag within Trail or have a go on our our 5 acre woodland zone. family friendly mountain With lots of natural cover bike trails. Hire a bike from and mission options. Great fun for all the family, Greenrig Cycles or why not suitable for ages 6 +/family try Segway. Finish off your groups. trip at with a well earned meal at The Cafe Loanfoot Wood, at Canada Wood. Lochgreen Road, Falkirk FK1 3AD Greenrig Car Park, www.xtremecombat.co.uk Lochgreen Road, Tel: 01324 579797 Falkirk FK1 3AZ www.callendarestate.co.uk

The Mariner Scottish Segway Centre Leisure Centre

The Scottish Segway Lagoon shaped leisure Centre provides off-road pool with beach area, wave guided tours to the top machine and babypool. of the Falkirk Wheel and There is also a new soft play beyond! area for kids in the cafe. www.scottishsegway.com Glasgow Road, Tel: 01324 430033 Camelon, FK1 4HJ www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org Tel: 01324 503750 Vintage VW Campers

Sharing the joy of campervan living, Vintage VW Campers provide fully restored 1960s & 1970s VWs & a Teardrop Trailer, for self-drive holidays and chauffeur driven for special days out & celebrations. Visit our website for 360 interior tours, itinerary & campsite recommendations, gift vouchers & more. 7/1 Granary Square, Bankside, Falkirk FK2 7XJ E. [email protected] Tel. 0131 344 4146 www.vintagevwcampers.com

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Visit Falkirk town centre and discover what’s on. facebook.com/falkirkdelivers falkirkdelivers.com Sky High Wonder World Soft Play Trampolining

Sky High is one of the frst Wonder World - Falkirk’s state of the art trampoline biggest and most exciting parks in Central Scotland children’s indoor adventure with over 70 interconnected centre. trampolines. Wonder World Soft Play, Sky High Trampolining, Bankside Industrial Bankside Industrial Estate, Castle Laurie, Estate, Castle Laurie, Falkirk FK2 7XF Falkirk FK2 7XF [email protected] [email protected] www.wonderworldsoftplay.co.uk www.skyhightrampolining.com Tel: 01324 617111 Tel: 01324 460668

Jupiter Urban Falkirk Stadium Wildlife Centre

Home to Falkirk Football The Scottish Wildlife Club, Cafe Westfeld Trust has created 10 acres with panoramic views of wildlife gardens and of the pitch and concert habitats including wetlands, woodlands and meadows. venue. NEW for 2019 26 place EV car park. Wood Street, Grangemouth, FK3 8LH Falkirk Stadium, 4 www.swt.org.uk Stadium Way, Tel: 01324 486475 or Falkirk, FK2 9EE 07739 428203 www.falkirkstadium. co.uk Tel: 01324 618740

Spitfire Memorial Grangemouth Heritage Trust

This full size replica Follow Grangemouth’s Spitfre commemorates the history from the 1700’s to WW2 trainee Spitfre pilots present day. With exhibits, from around the world who artefacts, and scale model trained in Grangemouth. of Grangemouth airfeld. Abbotsinch Rd, 13a Annfeld Place, Grangemouth, FK3 9UP La Port Precinct, Grangemouth, FK3 8AZ www.grangemouth heritagetrust.co.uk Tel: 01324 666603 Polmonthill Kinneil Brew Hoose Snowsports Centre and The Corbie Inn

All year round skiing and A micro brewery with bar / snowboarding with 100m restaurant attached. View long artifcial ski slope and the brewery and taste real 20m nursery slope. Lessons ales and cask beers. Kids available. play area to the back of Polmont Farm, Polmont, the pub. Falkirk, FK2 0YE 84 Corbiehall, www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org Bo’ness, EH51 OAS Tel: 01324 503835 www.corbieinn.co.uk Tel: 01506 825307

Bo’ness The Bridgeness Slab Motor Museum A Roman legionary 4 star Visit Scotland rated, distance marker stone this museum is a hidden gem was found in Bo’ness in with a private collection of 1868. One of the best over 25 vehicles from Harry examples of its kind, Potter, Thunderbirds, James it is displayed at the Bond, props from Dr Who National Museum of plus flm memorabilia which Scotland in Edinburgh. will take your breath away. A replica has been Bridgeness Road, installed at Kinnigars Bo’ness, EH51 9JR Park. www.motor-museum.bo- Kinnigars Park, ness.org.uk Harbour Road, Tel: 01506 827007 EH51 9LD Mannerstons Café Cloybank Estate & Farm Shop

Mannerstons is a café and Home to a wide variety of deli, has an onsite bakery, Country Sports including Golf, manufactures its own range Air Rife Shooting, Fishing, of ice cream and has a Falconry and Archery, as farm shop stocked with well as a family run tearoom fresh fruit and vegetables, offering home baked products quality meats and cheeses, using their own produce from groceries, wine and a the onsite polytunnel. variety of gifts. Cloybank Estate, 1a Mannerston Holdings, Road, , Linlithgow, Falkirk FK4 1UE EH49 7LY www.cloybank.com Tel: 01506 834949 Tel: 01324 841707 Wellsfield Farm The Jungle Room Activity Centre

Scotland’s own fully themed Wellsfeld Farm offers a jungle attraction and animal unique selection of on-site - handling experience. leisure activities and high Suitable for all ages. Only quality holiday lodges. open on certain weekends Activities include a Farm through the year. park, Equestrian Centre, Garden Trout Fishery, Coffee Shop and Health Club Centre, Bellsdyke Road, Torwood FK5 4EG Stirling Road, Denny, www.zoolabjungleroom. , FK6 6QZ com www.wellsfeld.co.uk Tel: 01324 667334 Tel: 01324 822800

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For a full events list check visitfalkirk.com/events Falkirk Town Heritage Trail The Charlotte Dundas

Discover our local heritage and take a walk around Heritage Trail our town centre heritage trails. Featuring The Grave Celebrating the Charlotte Dundas, the of Sir John De Graeme who died fghting alongside world’s frst practical and William Sir William Wallace in the battle of Falkirk 1298. 30 Blue Heritage Plaques are located through-out the Symington her creator. Enjoy an informative town centre. and educational walk along this new interpretative trail from the Kelpies Basin Download the FREE app and fnd out what the buildings and streets used to look like in the 360 down the canal to Lock 1 where the Queen degrees augmented reality content. Elizabeth canal joins the River Carron. www.falkirktownheritagetrail.co.uk www.charlottedundas.com

River Avon The John Muir Way One of Scotland’s Great Trails, the John Muir Way Heritage Trail offers walkers and cyclists of any ability a unique (near Muiravonside) journey through Scotland’s landscapes, history and heritage. Traversing central Scotland coast to coast in 134 miles, it links Helensburgh in the west with Dunbar in the east (birthplace of ‘father of national parks’ John Muir). On the way, it visits some of Falkirk’s most iconic landmarks, including the Falkirk Wheel, Callendar House and the Antonine Wall. The trail is fully waymarked and can be tackled in stages at weekends or as a full long distance route.

Explore 9 miles of spectacular scenery between Avonbridge and Linlithgow passing through Muiravonside Country Park and under the Avon aqueduct which carries the Union Canal.

Central Scotland Forest Trust www.csft.co.uk Tel: 01501 822015 Plan your trip at www.johnmuirway.org itinerary 1 family fun

Fun family days out in Falkirk The Falkirk area has got a huge choice of activities for families with little ones to teenagers we have it all. These are just some of our suggestions check out visitfalkirk.com for details of everything to see and do and watch our Family Friendly video itinerary.

Day one Day two Arrive at Blackness Castle - described as the Ship Start your day at Callendar House & Park, don’t that never sailed - the kids will love exploring this miss the working Georgian kitchen with costumed 15th century castle and be fascinated by the ‘Pit Jail’. interpreters, interactive displays, tea room and of Watch out for their family friendly events which run course the magnifcent park. Next you can’t visit throughout the year. Next drive to Bo’ness (possibly the Falkirk area without visiting the world famous with a slight detour to Mannerstons Farm shop and Kelpies in Helix Park - the world’s tallest equine café where the icecream is fab!). The Bo’ness and sculptures you can pre book on a Kelpie Tour which Kinneil railway is a must for kids take a trip on the will take you inside one of the horses heads, plus steam train, visit the Museum of Scottish Railways there are walks, cycle paths, play areas, a visitor where there are loads of interactive displays. For centre with café, splash play (summer only) and lunch the Railway has its own cafe or in Bo’ness lagoon. A short 10 minute drive will take you to the you will fnd Corvi’s a traditional Fish & Chip shop Falkirk Wheel the world’s only rotating boat lift - sail has been serving one of Scotlands national dishes 115 ft into the air in one of their barges, let the kids since 1896 or The Corbie Inn serves traditional pub play in the park but take towels if the kids have fun grub and has a kids play area out the back. If you in the water park. Why not stop off at The Milk Barn have time take in the Bo’ness Motor Museum - see an artisan ice cream parlour for a well earned ice- the Harry Potter Car and for the older kids the cars cream and the parents can have a great coffee while from the James bond movies, might make you smile the kids can play outside in the play area.  If the weather turns then visit the Hippodrome If the Scottish weather is inclement then a wet day in Boness –Scotland’s oldest purpose built cinema itinerary could include a trip to the Mariner Centre which runs classic and current flms and fnally a lagoon shaped pool with wave machine and play if the kids need to run off any steam then the area for kids in the café. Wonderworld a great soft grounds around Kinneil House and Museum are play and in the same building SkyHigh trampoline worth a wee trip. park - both have cafes for the grown ups. If speed is more your thing then a trip to Visit Scotland fve star rated Xtreme Karting is a must. Wee Heroes in Callendar Square with superhero décor and capes for the kids laser tag takes on a whole new look and of course the grown up’s can join in too. itinerary 2 heritage Day one The Falkirk area is steeped in history from the Start your day In Historic Falkirk Town Centre with two heritage trails discover well known to some real hidden gems for you to the stories of over 30 historical sites. discover! We have put some ideas together below Some key points of interest include but for the full range of historical fnds check out the Falkirk Steeple which towers 141 vistfalkirk.com and our Heritage video. feet and once the old town jail, Falkirk Trinity Church and its historic graveyard which includes Sir John De Graeme’s Tomb - William Wallace’s right hand man. Callendar House and Park a 14th Century baronial mansion has parts of the Antonine Wall (a UNESCO world Heritage site) within its grounds is just a short The Falkirk area drive from the town centre. Inside you will fnd exhibitions leading you through 2000 years of history and much more. Dunmore Pineapple just outside Airth has for Historical Gems to be one of the most quirky attractions. The Earl of Dunmore built this as a folly within the grounds of his estate and is surrounded by beautiful parkland. (And of course a trip to the world famous Kelpies and The Falkirk Wheel are a must).

Day two Arrive at Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway and explore the Museum of Scottish Railways on site before taking a ride on a steam train (look out for their special event days too). Only a few minutes drive away is Kinneil Museum and Estate where you can enjoy walks around the Estate to see the Roman Fortlet and peruse the exhibitions in the museum. Stop off at the Bridgeness Slab on Harbour Road a replica of the largest Roman Legionary tablet found in Scotland. Bo’ness Motor Museum is a great wee hidden gem for classic cars, famous movie cars and memorabilia from 007, The Saint, Harry Potter and Thunderbirds. If you get a chance pop along to the 100 year old Bo’ness Hippodrome Scotland’s frst purpose built cinema, which screens a mix of latest releases, golden oldies and contemporary flms. Arrive at Blackness Castle a 10 minute drive from Bo’ness and explore the history of this ‘ship that never sailed’ and enjoy fantastic views across the of Forth. itinerary 3 evening

With a huge array of award winning restaurants and bars many of which are Best Bar None accredited (www. bbnscotland.co.uk), catering for every taste and pocket you will be spoilt for choice when dining. Why not walk off your supper with a stroll to Helix Park to see the Kelpies at night, or take a trip to the Falkirk Wheel which is beautiful Falkirk when lit up. The Falkirk Steeple in the town centre is also now illuminated at night and lovely to see. Check out the programme for the Hippodrome in Bo’ness and take in a flm in Scotland’s oldest cinema and if the weather is nice head down to Blackness and watch some of amazing by Night sunsets over Blackness castle and the . The annual Fireworks display with Callendar House as a backdrop is also a must. After your busy days exploring Just a short walk from Falkirk High rail station take a walk all the attractions in the area along the Falkirk Tunnel. If you like puzzles and challenges here are a few of our ideas then try one of the recently opened Escape rooms - Falkirk about what you can do to fll now has three Transcend Escape Rooms, Divergent and Game Over - all of which have rooms which are themed very your evenings and of course differently! check out our Falkirk by Night If you fancy something more energetic you could try Xtreme video for further inspiration. Karting, Laser Tag, Trampolining, or even Bowling. Keep an eye on the What’s On section of the FTH Theatre and book tickets for an exhibition or concert. Or alternatively plan your visit around one of the Concerts now held in Falkirk Stadium over the summer period. itinerary 4 cycling Day one Arrive at Blackness Castle the 15th-century castle commonly known as ‘the ship that never sailed’. Blackness Castle appeared in season 1 and 2 of Outlander and provided the setting to the Fort William headquarters of Black Jack Randall. Next you can ride to Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway (roughly only 20 minutes away by bike) where you’ll be able to stand on the very spot flming took place in 2013. Use the John Muir Way (signed from Blackness Castle) and Outlander look out for the cycle route along the coastal path to the station. You might be lucky and see a steam train go past!. Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway was transformed in season 1 of Outlander to a war-time train station which saw Claire and Frank say film locations their goodbyes. Afterwards, why not go next door to Scotland’s largest railway museum and enjoy the fun interactive displays which explain the history of the railway. Before you head off to do anymore exploring, cycle trail stop by the station café for a spot of lunch. For the more adventurous and ftter cyclists (or if you have an ebike) why not continue the trip and cycle to Falkirk has some amazing cycle routes, (it should take about 40 minutes) two canals, and over 350 km of off-road and explore the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots routes, just waiting to be explored. It is which was transformed in Season 1 of Outlander to a challenging route, but with an ebike, Wentworth Prison. it could be done in two days easily. For Muiravonside Country Park is the last stop of the day; the acres of woodland and parkland became the more ideas about cycling in the Falkirk backdrop to the Battle of Prestonpans in season 2, area check out our Cycling in Falkirk and doubled as a British encampment as well as the video on visitfalkirk.com English countryside. Or use the Union canal to make your way back to Falkirk - some amazing views, a mile long tunnel under Prospect Hill and a quick stop at the Falkirk Wheel. After a day of fresh air and exploring, head back to Falkirk on the where an overnight stay within the area is recommended. Day two On the way to the frst Outlander location of the day, stop in Falkirk Town Centre for a wander around the award winning boutiques & restaurants or take in the Heritage Trails. Then the Kelpies are only 20 minutes by bike - you can’t come to Falkirk and not see the world famous Kelpies! Then make your way to Callendar House, which will take roughly 25 minutes by bike and explore the 14th century house, the authentic Georgian working kitchen features in season 2 of Outlander as part of the home of the Duke of Sandringham’s, Bellhurst Manor. Gray Buchannan Park in Polmont is next on the itinerary, roughly a 20 minutes cycle (depending on whether you take the scenic route via the Union Canal). Part of season four was flmed at Gray Buchannan which saw a graveyard created within the park. Lastly, before your trip to Falkirk ends pop back to the Falkirk Wheel to see the world’s only rotating boatlift. Getting there is a breeze along the scenic Union Canal. How to Get Here The Falkirk area sits at the very heart of Active Travel Hub - Falkirk Scotland, midway between Edinburgh and A great place for local tips on exploring the Glasgow with excellent motorway and rail area by bike or on foot, so it has never been links and two international airports close by. easier to leave your car at home. Car from Carlisle and the South, take Getting around & about the M6, M74, M73 and join the M80 from For Bus information go to www.frstgroup. Glasgow. From Edinburgh take the M9. com/south-east-and-central-scotland Train Direct services from London, For E-bike hire at the Kelpies, the Falkirk Glasgow, Edinburgh and . Wheel & Falkirk Town Centre go to: www.falkirkactivetravelhub.org Air Edinburgh Airport (19 miles), Discover areas of Falkirk which you’ve never Glasgow Airport (33 miles) and reached by downloading the Green Travel Prestwick Airport (56 miles) map www.falkirk.gov.uk/ttrr

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