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the Kelpies in Helix Park, Falkirk are amazing sculptures of two Clydesdale horses

  • can you visit the Kelpies at night ?
  • Yes , although the road to the second car park is closed at 10 pm

 

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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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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The Kelpies fun run is Supernova

The Kelpies fun run is Supernova

The Kelpies are Supernova ! Every November since 2015 the Kelpies have been the location for a fun run all in a good cause . Visit the Kelpies on our Kelpies tours . Phone 07305-294773 for more details 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 and it will allow participants to explore the home of the two…

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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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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 +447305-294773 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 . Please enable javascript in your browser to book 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…

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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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A swan visits the Kelpies

A swan visits the Kelpies

The Kelpies sculptures have been a huge success as a visitor attraction in Falkirk , bringing in thousands of visitors to the area . Private Kelpies tours are available with pickup from Edinburgh or Glasgow . . The Kelpies sculptures were open to the public in April last year.  The Kelpies and The John Muir Way will also be unveiled by Kelpie artist Andy Scott. The artwork will be on display inside The Kelpies for three weeks afterwards for tour…

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