Here's a few suggestions for things to see and do in Stirling, Falkirk, Clackmannanshire & the Campsies:
Walking & Cycling
Excellent hiking and walking paths can be found around
The Ochil Hills and Campsie Fells. Enjoy the extensive
network of cycleways in Clackmannanshire.
Golf
There are numerous courses to challenge the golfer. Try
a put overlooking Stirling Castle, or drive down the fairways
in the shadow of the Ochils.
Shopping
Treat yourself or take home a souvenir from one of the
modern shopping centres in Falkirk and Stirling,
or grab a designer bargain at Tillicoultry. Simply browse
in the many country stores found in other towns and villages.
Arts & Crafts
Visit local galleries or craft shops or take in a theatrical
occasion at the MacRobert, the regional arts centre situated
on Stirling University Campus.
Indoor
Sports
A variety of different activities await the visitor. Why
not take a dip at one of the swimming pools at Alloa,
Falkirk, Grangemouth or Stirling.
Stirling, Falkirk, Clackmannanshire & the Campsies
The countryside surrounding
the ancient town of Stirling is lush and fertile, with the peaceful
slopes of the Campsies and the rolling farmlands of Strathallan.
Scattered towns and villages dot the landscape, offering a rich
flavour of rural Scotland.
AIRTH & DUNMORE(pop. 1,300)
A small town retaining many of its 18th Century buildings, a 15th
Century church and a 16th Century castle now operating as a hotel.
ALLOA & TULLIBODY (pop. 13,000)
Once a busy port but also a famous centre for brewing, it offers
all the amenities you would expect for a large modern town. Visit
the renovated Alloa Tower.
ALVA(pop. 5,000)
This small former weaving town sheltering at the foot of the Ochil
Hills was once at the centre of the county's textile industry.
ARNPRIOR AND
BUCHLYVIE (pop. 600) Attractive
villages giving delightful panoramas of the Campsie Fells and
Carse of Stirling. BALFRON(pop. 2,000) Large
village lying beneath the steep slopes of the Campsies astride
the River Endrick as it wends its way to Loch Lomond. BLAIRLOGIE(pop. 50) A picturesque
huddle of period buildings nestling at the foot of the Ochils,
this small community has great character.
Arnprior and Trossachs Hills
BO'NESS (pop. 14,000)
A modern town built at the most Eastern point of the Roman frontier
in Scotland, visitors can enjoy a stream trip on the local railway.
BONNYBRIDGE (pop. 6,000)
This small town is a must for those interested in science fiction
and the unknown, as it has become world famous for the numerous
local sightings of UFOs.
Dollar
BRIDGE OF ALLAN (pop.
8,000) A university town
with a bustling high street. This well preserved former Victorian
spa town is home to the National Wallace Monument.
DENNY (pop.
3,000) Small
town central for both Falkirk and Stirling, surrounded by rolling
countryside.
DOLLAR (pop.
3,000) Nestling in the foot
of Dollar Glen, this picturesque small town with its cherry-tree
lined river is overlooked by Castle Campbell.
DOUNE (pop. 2,000)
With its ancient mediaeval castle and interesting architecture,
Doune is a pleasant village of traditional character. DUNBLANE (pop. 7,000)
The magnificent cathedral dominates the ancient city which still
retains its historic character. It is also home to the Leighton
Library, built in 1687 and containing a remarkable collection of
books.
FALKIRK (pop. 34,000)
Large bustling town with a large shopping precinct and multiple
leisure facilities. The area has a rich and colourful history with
links to the Roman Empire, William Wallace, the Jacobites and the
Industrial Revolution.
FINTRY (pop. 450)
Quiet, colourful village noted for its regular awards in the "Scotland's
Best Kept Village" competition and 700 year old clan castle.
GARGUNNOCK (pop. 700)
Overlooking the Carse of Stirling, this small attractive village
has a relaxed air.
GRANGEMOUTH (pop. 19,000)
Scotland's busiest trading port and the centre of the petrochemical
industry in Britain.
KILLEARN (pop. 2,000)
The preservation of several 18th and 19th century cottages provides
strong character to this historic village. Visitors are welcome
at the nearby whisky distillery. KIPPEN (pop. 800)
With fine views of the Carse of Stirling and the Highland ramparts
this large village has an elegant parish church.
LARBERT (pop. 6,000)
A small, bustling town between Stirling and Falkirk. The local pottery
welcomes visitors. MUCKHART (pop. 500)
Tiny attractive Hillfoots village with award winning floral displays.
MENSTRIE (pop. 3,000)
Attractive Hillfoots village, noted for its pleasant setting and
for the remains of Sir William Alexander's 16th Century castle.
PLEAN (pop. 2,000)
Small former mining community and home to beautiful Plean Country
Park.
POLMONT (pop. 5,000)
Large village on the banks of the Forth & Clyde Canal, soon
to be reopened to barges.
STIRLING (pop. 37,000)
Steeped in the nation's history, the city was the focal point of
Scotland's Wars of Independence and favoured seat of the Stuart
Monarchs. The Old Town, one of Scotland's best preserved, is complemented
by the large modern shopping centre nearby.
STRATHBLANE AND BLANEFIELD (pop. 2,000)
Dominated by the steeply rising slopes of the Campsies, the small
village lies close to Mugdock Country Park. TILLICOULTRY (pop. 5,000)
Traditional village beneath Mill Glen. Once home to 12 textile mills,
it now boasts Scotland's largest furniture centre and a designer
discount shopping village.
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