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the Kelpies tours, The Kelpies sculptures are made from 600 tonnes of steel and more than 10,000 special fixings, and tower over the nearby M9 motorway. 
More than 1 million people have visited the Kelpies since they were completed in April 2014,
The Helix Park is a major attraction if you visit Falkirk , with  27 kilometres ( 17 miles ) of cycleways and footpaths , making it an ideal resort for families as well as walkers and cyclists , The Park is on the route of the new John Muir Way which goes from Dunbar , Muir’s home town , to the west coast of Scotland .  The Helix Park in Grangemouth covers a greenspace of almost 300 hectares. Opening up Scotland’s canal network, the Helix also offers an outdoor recreational area filled with woodland, park, watersports lagoon, pathways, cycleways, and the hugely successful 30 metre landmark sculptures, the Kelpies, the largest equine sculptures in the world

The aim of the project is to transform under-used land between Falkirk and Grangemouth into a thriving urban greenspace , “The Helix”. This includes a performance area, on which large scale events can be held, facilities for watersports provided by the construction of a large lagoon, all surrounded by play areas and high quality pathways.

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The Kelpies at night – a stunning spectacle

The Kelpies at night – a stunning spectacle

Imagine a world where myth and modernity meet under the celestial canvas of the night sky. This is what awaits you at The Kelpies in Falkirk, an awe-inspiring sight like no other. As darkness descends, these colossal steel sculptures transform into luminous beacons, casting an ethereal glow over the waters of the Forth and Clyde Canal. Kelpies at night prints for sale The Kelpies, towering at 30 meters, are not only a testament to Scotland’s horse-powered heritage but are also…

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The Kelpies Supernova run is back !

The Kelpies Supernova run is back !

The Kelpies Supernova run returns Great news for fun runners and Kelpies fans – the supernova 5K is going to return to Falkirk after the success of the event in the town in the past.Runners have been asked to dig out their fluorescent clothing and grab anything that glows and flashes for the event. The 5k run was the first event of its kind in Scotland back in 2015 . Visit the Kelpies on our unique Kelpies tours with free hotel pickup from…

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The story of the Kelpies – a myth ?

The story of the Kelpies – a myth ?

The mythology of the Kelpie, deeply rooted in Scottish folklore, is a captivating and eerie tale that has intrigued and frightened generations. A Kelpie, in Scottish mythology, is a shape-shifting water spirit inhabiting the lochs and pools of Scotland. It has been described primarily as appearing in the form of a horse but is known to take human form as well. Buy Kelpies canvas prints online In its most common guise as a horse, the Kelpie is said to be…

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The Kelpies tours

The Kelpies tours

The Kelpies , towering equine sculptures that rise majestically in the Helix Park near Falkirk in Scotland, have made a significant impact on the region and beyond since their unveiling in 2014 . The best way of appreciating the size and impact of the Kelpies is to visit them in person . The value of taking a tour to the Kelpies extends into various spheres including culture, economy, and education. Our Five star tours available for booking include Created by artist…

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The Kelpies get their own Christmas skating rink

The Kelpies get their own Christmas skating rink

Falkirk’s iconic Kelpies are to get a festive skating rink for the first time this Christmas as it looks to boost its income after it emerged its Helix Park home is currently running at a £600,000 loss. The council shocked everyone when they announced that the Kelpies were running at a huge loss , mainly because of the cost of maintaining the Helix Park and despite getting 800,000 visitors last year . Falkirk council announced this week that tickets are…

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The Kelpies Falkirk , Scotland

The Kelpies Falkirk , Scotland

The Kelpies tour of Falkirk Explore the famous Kelpies , the Falkirk Wheel and Stirling Castle , tour three five star attractions in Falkirk . Tour the Kelpies the largest equine sculptures in the world. Six hour private tour around Falkirk for up to four passengers Please enable javascript in your browser to book On this private tour you can visit the famous Kelpies , the Falkirk Wheel and Striling Castle in Falkirk with Private Tours Edinburgh . Phone +44131-549-9785, Whatsapp +447305294773 for more details or contact us…

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Explore the famous Kelpies , the Falkirk Wheel and Callendar House in Falkirk , tour three five star attractions in Falkirk . Tour the Kelpies the largest equine sculptures in the world. Six hour private tour around Falkirk for up to four passengers
Kelpies creator reveals his greatest ambition

Kelpies creator reveals his greatest ambition

Andy Scott , the sculptor behind Scotland’s iconic Kelpies landmark has said he wants to design a statue dedicated to comedian Billy Connolly. Andy Scott, who has a number of notable sculptures around the world, said as an “informal ambassador for Glasgow and Scotland”, the Big Yin deserves a tribute to him to be built. Scott described Connolly, originally from Glasgow but now living in Florida, as “one of the funniest comedians ever, as well as a great actor and…

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Why Are the Kelpies the most iconic landmark in Scotland ?

Why Are the Kelpies the most iconic landmark in Scotland ?

Scotland has many iconic landmarks from stunning landscapes to castles and monuments. My top five landmarks in Scotland are the Kelpies From the opening of the Forth and Clyde Canal in the 1770s, the barges were pulled by one or two horses which had to be changed at various stages. Kelpies tours can be booked online or phone +447305294773 . Our Five star tours available for booking include The Kelpies were inspired by the Clydesdale horses used to pull barge along…

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The Kelpies go Supernova

The Kelpies go Supernova

The Kelpies go Supernova ! Every November since 2015 the Kelpies have been the location for a dazzling fun run all in a good cause . A unique night-time race around the Kelpies is being held . The 5k run was the first event of its kind in Scotland in 2015 . The run takes place at dusk on November 8, 9 and 10 and it will allow participants to explore the home of the two 30-metre high horses at…

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Visit the Kelpies in Falkirk

Visit the Kelpies in Falkirk

Visit the Kelpies in Falkirk Looking for things to do in Falkirk ? Why not take the Kelpies Falkirk tour and visit 3 five star attractions ? The Kelpies, the Falkirk Wheel and Callendar house feature in this tour . The Kelpies have become one of the top tourist attractions in Scotland . Airport taxi transfers to The Kelpies in Falkirk  can be booked in advance online or by phone on  07576-127097. We have a range of fixed price deals for transfers from…

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