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the Kelpies in Helix Park, Falkirk are amazing sculptures of the Clydesdale horses that pulled freight boats along the canals of Scotland in the 19th century

 

Kelpies Scotland tours

Kelpies Scotland tours

Tour the amazing Kelpies in Falkirk with Private tours Edinburgh. Book now on Whatsapp +447305294773 In the 19th century Clydesdale horses played a crucial role in Scotland , pulling freight barges along the canals .The pair of sculptures are made from 600 tonnes of steel and more than 10,000 special fixings, and tower over the nearby M9 motorway.The Kelpies Falkirk were open to the public in 2014 and have been a huge success story with over seven million visitors ….

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What are the top questions people ask about the Kelpies ?

What are the top questions people ask about the Kelpies ?

When people see a picture of the Kelpies or a friend mentions them it often piques their curiosity . So how do you find out more about the Kelpies ? We are here to help and answer the most important questions about the Kelpies . How much is a tour of The Kelpies ? We run a private tour of the Kelpies which also includes a visit to the Falkirk Wheel and Stirling Castle . This tour costs £275 and…

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The Kelpies private tours

The Kelpies private tours

The Kelpies in Helix Park are 30 metre high sculptures of two Clydesdale horses , Duke and Baron , a unique tribute to the horses that used to pull freight barges along the Union Canal and the Forth & Clyde Canal in Scotland in the 19th century . Designer Andy Scott is from Glasgow . His latest sculpture is one of Sergio Aguerro , the Manchester City player who scored the goal to win the Premiership for City . Kelpies…

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Kelpies inspiration

Kelpies inspiration

Andy Scott, the creator of the Kelpies, has said that his inspiration came from the great heavy horses which once pulled the laden barges of coal and grain along the Forth and Clyde Canal. Kelpies tours They will certainly stand now as a reminder to our grandchildren of the extent to which we and our forefathers depended on our four legged friends not only on the waterways but in every single aspect of life. To arrange a private tour of…

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Falkirk tours of the Kelpies and the Falkirk Wheel

Falkirk tours of the Kelpies and the Falkirk Wheel

Explore the famous Kelpies , the Falkirk Wheel and Callendar House in our Falkirk tours . For Falkirk tours phone 07305-294773 or contact us online . Tours start at 10 am . Normal pickup point is Edinburgh city centre or the airport . Other pickup points can be arranged . Itinerary 5 hour private tour group day trip around Falkirk Explore the famous Kelpies , the Falkirk Wheel and Callendar House Take in unique views of the historic Callendar House and Park. Travel by saloon car Small…

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What is the story behind the Kelpies ?

What is the story behind the Kelpies ?

What are the Kelpies ? The Kelpies are 30 metre high sculptures of Clydesdale horses , a unique tribute to the work horses of Scottish industry and economy, pulling the freight barges and coalships along the canals of Scotland in the nineteenth century . Canals shaped the geographical layout of the Falkirk area. The Kelpies are the centrepiece of the Helix Park in Falkirk . Explore the famous Kelpies , the Falkirk Wheel and Callendar House in Falkirk in our Private Kelpies tours. The Falkirk Wheel replaced nine locks…

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Private Kelpies tours

Private Kelpies tours

Explore the famous Kelpies , the Falkirk Wheel and Callendar House in Falkirk in our Private Kelpies tours. Kelpies Falkirk tours Tours start at 10 am . Normal pickup point is your hotel in Edinburgh city centre or the airport .  Itinerary 5 hour private tour group day trip around Falkirk Explore the famous Kelpies , the Falkirk Wheel and Callendar House Take in unique views of the historic Callendar House and Park Travel by saloon car Small private group tour with a maximum of four people Our…

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