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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The Kelpies sculptures have become Scotland’s best known cultural landmark . The Kelpies gifts shop features Kelpies phone cases, jigsaw puzzles, stickers , greeting cards , t-shirts , prints and throw pillows . Unfortunately the Kelpies are closed at the moment ( officially anyway ) but you can still take a virtual tour of them online. Explore the famous Kelpies , the Falkirk Wheel and Callendar House in Falkirk . Book your Falkirk tours online Tours start at 10 am . Normal…
A unique night-time race around the Kelpies is being held . The 5k run is the first event of its kind in Scotland. 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 their best – lit up in their dark surroundings. LED head torches and glow-sticks will make the 5k run a unique experience , immersing the runners in fantastic voyage…