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   Where is Stirling Castle?

   • Stirling Castle, located in Stirling, is one of the largest and most historically and architecturally important castles in Scotland. The castle sits atop an intrusive crag, which forms part of the Stirling Sill geological formation. It is surrounded on three sides by steep cliffs, giving it a strong defensive position.

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   Why should you visit Stirling Castle?

   • Stirling Castle is one of Scotland's most historically important sites and was once a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens who held grand celebrations at the castle. In its grandeur with its superb sculptures and beautiful gardens.

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   Who built Stirling Castle?

   • A quick flick through the history books will reveal that Mary Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince Charlie, Robert the Bruce and William Wallace all have links to this formidable fortress. Stirling was developed as the centre of Scottish royalty by the Stewart/Stuart kings between 1490 and 1600 and it’s this renaissance architecture that stands today.

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   Who occupied Stirling Castle?

   • There is no evidence that the English actually occupied the castle, and it was formally handed back by Richard I of England in 1189. Stirling continued to be a favoured royal residence, with William himself dying there in 1214, and Alexander III laying out the New Park, for deer hunting, in the 1260s.

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   How many sieges has Stirling Castle had?

   • There have been at least eight sieges of Stirling Castle, including several during the Wars of Scottish Independence, with the last being in 1746, when Bonnie Prince Charlie unsuccessfully tried to take the castle. Stirling Castle is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, and is now a tourist attraction managed by Historic Environment Scotland.

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   Where can I take a bike to Stirling Castle?

   • There are bicycle racks by the car park booth on the esplanade. Stirling bus station and train station are within walking distance of the castle, though it's uphill all the way. The Stirling Sightseer bus stops just outside the castle on the esplanade.

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   Stirling Castle, located in Stirling, is one of the largest and most historically and architecturally important castles in Scotland. The castle sits atop an intrusive crag , which forms part of the Stirling Sill geological formation.

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   • Location: Castle Wynd, Stirling, FK8 1EJ, Stirlingshire

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   Generations of Scottish monarchs have enlarged, adapted and embellished Stirling Castle. Explore its three main enclosures, and then admire the refurbished Royal Palace – childhood home of Mary Queen of Scots.

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   Aug 28, 2023 · Situated high above the town of Stirling on volcanic rock, sits one of Scotland’s largest and most important castles – Stirling Castle! Read on for our top.

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   From high on a volcanic outcrop, the castle guarded the lowest crossing point of the River Forth for centuries. Today it remains a great symbol of Scottish independence and national pride. The castle’s long, turbulent history features: William Wallace. Robert the Bruce.

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   Location. Stirling Castle Castle Wynd Stirling FK8 1EJ. National Grid reference: NS 789 940. View Stirling Castle on Google Maps. Travel the green way. Help us cut carbon and traffic and preserve this historic site for future generations. Find out how to get here by train, bus, bike and foot. Bicycle. There are bicycle racks by the car park ...

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   Stirling Castle, historically and architecturally significant castle, mostly dating from 15th and 16th centuries, in Stirling, Scotland. Dominating major east–west and north–south routes, the fortress’s strategic importance gave it a key role in Scottish history.