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Places to go near Falkirk
The Scottish Lowlands are alive with fascinating visitor destinations
From the 20th century magnificence of The Falkirk Wheel to the ancient splendours of Edinburgh Castle – and the ruins of lesser fortresses which dot the landscape – you’ll never be short of somewhere to admire. Museums, country parks, aqueducts…you name it, it’s here. And the bustling streets of Edinburgh and Glasgow beckon if you fancy a shopping trip or lunch in the big city.
Local attractions
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The Falkirk Wheel »As the world's first and only rotating boat lift, The Falkirk Wheel is quite simply unique. Linking two canals with …
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Avon Aqueduct »
This 12-arch structure built by Thomas Telford is the second longest in Britain - only beaten by the Pontcysyllte …
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Beecraigs Country Park »
Covering 370ha (914 acres), and set within the scenic Bathgate Hills, Beecraigs Country Park offers a wide range of …
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Callendar House »
Large mansion dating back almost 900 years. The building alone tells the story of 600 years of architecture and …
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Dullatur Bog »
Dullatur Bog is the source of the River Kelvin, an important wildlife site... and a headache for the engineer of the …
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Grangemouth Helix »
The HELIX is a groundbreaking project that will transform the landscape between Falkirk and Grangemouth into a …
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House Of The Binns »
Home to the Dalyell family for nearly 400 years, this house contains an interesting collection of furniture (late …
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Kingsfield Golf Centre »
This four star VisitScotland Activity Centre is only 1/2 mile from the Union Canal at the Park Farm Pontoons. With …
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Linlithgow Canal Centre »
Linlithgow Union Canal Society operates boat trips every weekend from Easter until the first week in October with …
