Is visiting The Kelpies free?
Is visiting The Kelpies free?
You can visit The Kelpies free of charge any time of the day, 365 days of the year due to their prime location in The Helix community park. The area around the massive sculptures has been designed to give access for all, meaning everyone can come and see them up close.
Why are the horses in Falkirk called Kelpies?
The Kelpies are named after the mythical water horses said to be in Scottish lochs and rivers. However, Scott says the inspiration for his sculptures comes from the heavy horses that once powered Scotland’s canals.
What are the names of The Kelpies in Falkirk?
A few years ago, a TV news item introduced me to Andy Scott, a Scottish sculptor working in metal who has created more than a dozen gorgeous works, most of which are installed in various outdoor locations in and around Falkirk, Scotland, near Glasgow.
Can you just turn up at Kelpies?
The only way to get inside a Kelpie is on a Kelpies Tour! Come and see the world’s largest equine sculptures up close and go inside to marvel at the complexity and engineering which created these fantastic pieces of art.
Are The Kelpies lit up every night?
A common question is, do the Kelpies light up at night? The good news, is they do every night! As soon as the sun goes down in the evening, the Kelpies light up in all different colours of the rainbow.
Do The Kelpies light up at night?
The good news, is they do every night! As soon as the sun goes down in the evening, the Kelpies light up in all different colours of the rainbow.
Do you have to pay to see The Falkirk Wheel?
The Wheel also hosts a range of Family Friendly events throughout the year keep checking the Falkirk Wheel website for details. Special group rates are available and the visitor centre is open at no cost to sit and view The Falkirk Wheel or have a delicious coffee and a wide variety of quality foods.
What is the legend of the Kelpies?
In Scottish folklore, a kelpie is a dangerous shape-shifting water creature that can appear on land as a horse. The kelpie appears to their human victims as a grey or white horse, entices them to ride on their back, then carries them down to a watery grave.
Do the Kelpies light up every night?
Which kelpie is Baron?
Baron the Clydesdale horse was one of two models for the Kelpies along with Duke and Andy Scott has paid tribute after the 19-year-old died. A Clydesdale horse who was the model for one of the Kelpies has died. Baron was immortalised in the 100ft-tall steel statues in Falkirk by artist Andy Scott.
