Stirling Castle
Stirling is one of Scotland’s greatest stone castles – an icon integral to how we understand the nation’s story.
About Stirling Castle
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The castle peaked in importance in the 1500s, but its volcanic crag has been fortified since ancient times.
Generations of Scottish monarchs have enlarged, adapted and embellished Stirling Castle. Explore its three main enclosures, and then admire the refurbished Royal Palace – childhood home of Mary Queen of Scots. The palace’s lavish design drew on European Renaissance fashions to show off James V’s power and good taste.
We have recreated the palace interiors as they may have looked when the Scottish king’s grand scheme was complete. Costumed characters mingle with visitors, bringing the royal Stewart Court to life.
All information (whether in text or photographs) is supplied in good faith but should not be relied upon as being a statement of representation or fact.
Upcoming Events at Stirling Castle
Stirling 900 Concert at Stirling Castle
Don;t miss this free-to-attend cultural celebration at Stirling Castle to celebrate Stirling 900 anniversary finale on Friday 28th March!
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Easter Eggsplorer Trails
Historic Environment Scotland invites you to find the clues and complete the challenge at the Easter Eggsplorer Trail at Stirling Castle!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra
Join the Scottish Chamber Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of classical music in the historic grandeur of Stirling Castle’s Great Hall.
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Romeo & Juliet
Chapterhouse Theatre Company return to Stirling Castle with this outdoor performance of Romeo & Juliet on Thursday 3rd July!
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Argaty Red Kites
Argaty Red Kites Lerrocks,
Doune FK16 6EJ
Just north of Stirling, Argaty Red Kites run Central Scotland's only red kite feeding station where visitors can watch these exciting birds and their spectacular flying!
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Deanston Distillery
Deanston Distillery ,
Doune FK16 6AG
Our wonderful distillery, on the banks of the River Teith, has always been at the very heart of Deanston.It first opened its doors in 1785, not as a distillery...
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RSPB Black Devon Wetlands
RSPB Black Devon Wetlands ,
Alloa FK10 1BZ
RSPB Black Devon Wetlands is a quiet gem of a reserve, an area of untouched wet grassland and wetland habitat!
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Doune Castle
Doune Castle Castle Hill,
Doune FK16 6EA
One of Scotland’s most iconic heritage attractions and star of hit TV series Outlander, Doune Castle is a magnificent late 14th century courtyard castle!
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Arnprior Farm
Arnprior Farm Arnprior,
Nr Kippen FK8 3HA
Established in 1936, Arnprior is an 800-acre authentic working farm in the heart of Scotland's countryside, in Stirlingshire, famous for creating unique interactive family farming days.
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Go Ape Aberfoyle
The Lodge - Forest Visitor Centre. Queen Elizabeth Forest Park,
Aberfoyle FK8 3SX
Go Ape Aberfoyle offers exhilarating and unrivalled outdoor activities less than an hour's drive north of Glasgow!
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Briarlands Farm
Briarlands Farm Blairdrummond,
Stirling FK9 4UP
Briarlands Farm at Blair Drummond, near Stirling, offers a fun day out for all the family in the fresh air.
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Wonder World Soft Play Falkirk
Bankside Industrial Estate Castle Laurie,
Falkirk FK2 7XF
Welcome to Wonder World - Falkirk's biggest and most exciting children’s indoor adventure centre. Themed on the wonders of the world, this custom built...
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The Falkirk Wheel
The Falkirk Wheel Lime Road,
Falkirk FK1 4RS
The Falkirk Wheel is the world's first and only rotating boat lift, as much an icon for Scotland as it is an engineering masterpiece!
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Green Aspirations Scotland CIC
Gartur Dykehead,
Port of Menteith FK8 3JY
Green Aspirations Scotland are a social enterprise aiming to provide benefit to the community rather than to make a profit.
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Forth Valley Food and Drink Festival
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Stirling
After a two-year break, the event will return on Saturday 24 August bringing together the local community and visitors to enjoy a big birthday bash.
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The Great Trossachs Forest
The Great Trossachs Forest ,
Callander
Equal in size to Glasgow, The Great Trossachs Forest is one of the most significant woodland regeneration projects to take place in the UK for a generation.
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All Days Out listings in Stirling
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Argaty Red Kites
Just north of Stirling, Argaty Red Kites run Central Scotland's only red kite feeding station where visitors can watch these exciting birds and their spectacular flying!
READ MORE
Deanston Distillery
Our wonderful distillery, on the banks of the River Teith, has always been at the very heart of Deanston.It first opened its doors in 1785, not as a distillery...
READ MORE
RSPB Black Devon Wetlands
RSPB Black Devon Wetlands is a quiet gem of a reserve, an area of untouched wet grassland and wetland habitat!
READ MORE
Doune Castle
One of Scotland’s most iconic heritage attractions and star of hit TV series Outlander, Doune Castle is a magnificent late 14th century courtyard castle!
READ MORE
Arnprior Farm
Established in 1936, Arnprior is an 800-acre authentic working farm in the heart of Scotland's countryside, in Stirlingshire, famous for creating unique interactive family farming days.
READ MORE
Go Ape Aberfoyle
Go Ape Aberfoyle offers exhilarating and unrivalled outdoor activities less than an hour's drive north of Glasgow!
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Briarlands Farm
Briarlands Farm at Blair Drummond, near Stirling, offers a fun day out for all the family in the fresh air.
READ MORE
Wonder World Soft Play Falkirk
Welcome to Wonder World - Falkirk's biggest and most exciting children’s indoor adventure centre. Themed on the wonders of the world, this custom built...
READ MORE
The Falkirk Wheel
The Falkirk Wheel is the world's first and only rotating boat lift, as much an icon for Scotland as it is an engineering masterpiece!
READ MORE
Green Aspirations Scotland CIC
Green Aspirations Scotland are a social enterprise aiming to provide benefit to the community rather than to make a profit.
READ MORE
Forth Valley Food and Drink Festival
After a two-year break, the event will return on Saturday 24 August bringing together the local community and visitors to enjoy a big birthday bash.
READ MORE
The Great Trossachs Forest
Equal in size to Glasgow, The Great Trossachs Forest is one of the most significant woodland regeneration projects to take place in the UK for a generation.
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