Stirling in General

Stirling is a beautiful city. It's a very historic town and also a University town and due to both these reasons it has a fantastic atmosphere. The reason most people end up in Stirling is no doubt to visit the historic Striling Castle - home and fortress to many of Scotland''s kings and queens. There are also many other historic attractions in the area such as Bannockburn (battleground) and the Wallace Monument - both of these can be seen from the Castle. As you wander round the city you will see many other fine old buildings. Stirling is also an excellent shopping destination with a huge shopping centre (with just about every shop you could ...  Read the complete review

Last week I got up really early and it was a beautiful day with the sun rays lighting up the room I was sitting in and so I thought that maybe I should go somewhere. The only thing is it couldn't be somewhere too far away because by the time I got there I would have to think of the drive home so I got out a map of Scotland and thought of towns I had not yet visited. I looked at Falkirk and at first this was somewhere I wanted to go but then I thought of Stirling. I went on a website looked at everything I could visit all tourist attractions I then took my sunglasses, camera and CD's for the car and went. From Edinburgh it only took around 40 mnutes to ...  Read the complete review

Yes, Stirling is full of history from the era when the Braveheart film starring Mel Gibson was set. There is the Wallace monument, Stirling Castle, The Bannockburn heritage site etc. But the focus of this review will be the after-dark attrations in Stirling. Where do you go if you are looking for a little entertaiment? Having lived near Stirling for almost 10 years, I have experienced pretty much everything it has to offer. If you are looking for good old-fashioned pubs then you really are spoiled for choice. Around the centre of town there is O'Neills which has a great atmosphere, frequent live music and friendly staff. This is a good place ...  Read the complete review

Why I love Stirling Stirling is situated in the heart of Scotland, in the central belt. A historic town (that has recently received CITY status) with lots to offer. Historically it was a merchant town, a Royal Burgh and for the a time the Capital of Scotland. Today it is best known for its connection with William Wallace. (Although I disapprove with the statue that was commissioned in the last few years of William Wallace at the momument with Mel Gibson's face!!!) Tourist attractions include the Castle - which has recently completed years of restoration on the Grand hall. The limestone hall can be seen for miles around and stands out from the rest of ...  Read the complete review