Stirling & The Trossachs Attractions & Sightseeing

Collectors shop, 111 Main Street, , Stirling & The Trossachs

A huge stock of collectable toys including Steiff Bears, 19th century dolls and a host of memories from everyone's childhood

Glasgow Road, Stirling, , Stirling & The Trossachs FK7 0LJ

From this battlefield the Scots 'sent them homeward to think again', when Edward II's English army was soundly defeated by King Robert the Bruce. This brought the independence for which William Wallace had also fought.

Stirling, , Stirling & The Trossachs FK9 4UR

A fantastic array of animals including lioens, rhino, tigers and more.

Callander, , Stirling & The Trossachs

The Bracklinn Falls are on the river Keltie which is accessed from Bracklinn road at the east end of Callander. Awalk of about a mile will get you there although there is a car park at the start of the falls footpath if you feel a little less inclined to take the exercise.

Callander, , Stirling & The Trossachs

he Meadows car parks at the west end of Callander Main Street give access to a walkway beside the River Teith. The footpath starts at the foot of the old preaching mound of 'Tom na Chessaig' and beside the ancient graveyard then follows the river Teith upstream to the point where the Garbh Uisge and Eas Gobhain meet to become the River Teith.

Falkirk, Stirlingshire, , Stirling & The Trossachs FK1 1YR

Callendar House encapsulates 600 years of Scotland's history from medieval times to the twentieth century. Great historical figures like Mary Queen of Scots, Cromwell and Bonnie Prince Charlie have visited the house.

Nr Killin, , Stirling & The Trossachs

Consisting of two square towers, the castle is now largely ruined. The cellars and kitchen can be seen but the ruin is actually rather dangerous to explore. Parliament was summoned to be held at Finlarig Castle in 1651 but only three members of parliament actually turned up!

, Stirling & The Trossachs

The Park covers approximately 1865 kilometres/ 720 square miles, from Balloch in the south to Killin in the north and Callander in the east to Strachur in the west.

Callandar, , Stirling & The Trossachs

Reputed to translate as 'the Bent Loch' Loch Lubnaig is about 3 miles in length. There are a number of picnic spots with parking are to be found on the east side by the road. In still weather, the unbelievable reflections are a joy.

Near Killin, Stirling, , Stirling & The Trossachs

An outstanding example of a traditional cruck frame cottage and byre, dating from the mid 19th century. The building has been little altered and retains many of its original features, such as the 'hingin' lum' and box beds.

Abbey Craig, Stirling, , Stirling & The Trossachs FK9 5LF

Renew your acquaintance with Scotland's national hero and Hollywood legend, Sir William Wallace at the spectacular 220 foot high National Wallace Monument, completed in 1869.

Balquhidder Church, Nr Callander, , Stirling & The Trossachs

Situated in the grounds of Balquhidder Church, Rob Roy's Grave lies in a beautiful spot at the foot of Kirkton Glen and is only a short distance from Callander. As well as Rob Roy's grave, beside which lie the graves of his wife, son and brother, there are other interesting tombstones here as well as the ruins of the old church.

Dumbarton Road, Stirling, , Stirling & The Trossachs FK8 2RQ

Nestling beneath Stirling Castle, in the King's Park, the ancient hunting grounds of the Stuart monarchs, and now a suburb of opulent Victorian mansions, is the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum.

Stirling, , Stirling & The Trossachs FK8

No one can confirm when Stirling castle was first built, but references to it begin to appear in historical records of the early 12th Century. However, these records themselves refer to an earlier occupation of the site.

Callandar, , Stirling & The Trossachs

Watch the Trossachs Lady operate the 1920s looms, manufacturing the popular "Macgregor" and Trossachs travel rugs. A selection of ladies and gents outerwear & country wear is always on offer. The Trossachs larder shop offers a range of whiskies, wines, beers, preserves, honey and haggis. Speciality Scottish pancakes are a speciality in the coffee shop.