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The Kelpies are a pair of towering, 30-meter-tall horse-head sculptures located in The Helix park in Falkirk, Scotland.

The Helix Park is a great place to visit - lots of artwork, great paths and an all round good vibe to it.

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Great piece of woven artwork

Nice leisurely walk for all ages. Some steps near the 'Green Bridge' and can be a bit mucky in winter but very much worth your time

“Strathclyde Loch is more than just water: beneath its surface, Bothwellhaugh, a mining village swept away in the 1970s, vanished. Today, only a cairn remains as a reminder of the houses, schools, and shops. There's also a Roman fort and an ancient road (yes, Watling Street is still here). Final warning: In 2012, a norovirus outbreak left 57 swimmers unconscious. Water caution.

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Great walk, white bridge currently closed

The Kelpies are two horse-head-shaped sculptures in Scotland. They are intended to deter children from swimming in the waters, using, among other things, horror stories.

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The **Kelpies** are truly a remarkable sight! These monumental sculptures are located in **Grangemouth, Scotland**, and they stand at an impressive height of **30 meters** each. Here are some fascinating details about them: - **Artist**: Created by the talented sculptor **Andy Scott**. - **Material**: Each kelpie is made from **stainless steel** and weighs around **300 tons**. - **Location**: They are situated in **The Helix**, a park that spans over **350 hectares** of green space between Falkirk and Grangemouth, right next to the **Forth and Clyde Canal**. - **Symbolism**: The Kelpies represent mythical water spirits in the form of horses, reflecting Scotland's rich history and connection to its waterways. - **Visitor Experience**: The site includes a visitor center with a café and gift shop, making it a great spot for a day out! The Kelpies are not just sculptures; they are a celebration of Scotland's heritage and a stunning piece of art that attracts visitors from all over the world. If you're planning to visit, they are currently **open** to the public!

Certain times of the year there are posts to tell you to keep dogs out water because of the algae

The Antonine Wall was a turf wall, built on stone foundations by the Romans, about 20 years after Hadrian's Wall. It stretches from coast to coast across the central belt of Scotland. Croy Hill was a minor fort on the wall.

there is no admission charge

A very nice path to walk.

Strathclyde Loch is set within Strathclyde Country Park, an internationally renowned Watersports area. A 4-mile (6km) trail loops the loch.

What an amazing structure and piece of engineering. It is the only wheel of its kind. Well worth the visit

Shoe to get wet and muddy

Croy Hill was a Roman fort,and probable temporary camp

Created by artist Svetlana Kondakova and Big Red Blacksmiths, the sculpture looks out from the line of the Antonine Wall across the Kelvin Valley towards what the Romans considered ‘barbarian’ territory, beyond the edge of the Roman Empire.

The Cadzow Oaks are around 700 years old. They were planted at the time of Robert the Bruce! Today they are twisted and mostly hollow, they are still very much alive though and support a wide range of animal and plant life.

enjoy the view ;)