William Wallace Monument

We’ve got a plan this morning to see the William Wallace Monument. We thought it was just a monument you climbed up the hill and had a look at but no it’s a whole experience apparently. We’ve booked for 10 o’clock and once more our timing is impeccable and there are only a few people out and about that early. It’s a bit cool today and the wind is picking up.

The monument was built and funded by the people of Scotland to celebrate one of their heroes and his efforts to free Scotland from the rule of England. It has 246 steps to the top but luckily there are three floors of displays to break the steps up. The Hall of Arms, The Hall of Heroes, The Royal Chamber and then of course The Crown at the very top. All the displays are so well done but the crowning glory is really at the very top. It is such a clear day, we had magic views across the whole landscape in every direction. The wind was horrendous, nearly knocked you over. It was certainly giving us a bad hair day, not to mention the wind chill factor.

They had an actor there at the end telling the story of William Wallace. Most people know the story thanks to the film Braveheart and after visiting the monument we all want to watch the film again.

Back into town for a pub lunch. We tried to park in town but it is impossible, luckily our accommodation is not far away so took the car home and walked into town. We passed a bit of a market in the main street and one of the vendors was selling home made pies so we bought a selection of them to have for supper, along with some wine.

Stirling has a lovely main street with lots of eateries and some lovely gift shops.Leggi altro