Liberation Tours

^{Join us for a unique opportunity to walk the battlefields of the First Scottish War of Independence at STIRLING BRIDGE and FALKIRK where WILLIAM WALLACE fought proud King Edward I’s army in 1297.}



Discover why these two mighty armies clashed in the shadow of Stirling Castle and unravel the aftermath that concluded at the Battle of Falkirk ten months later which led to William Wallace’s tragic and heart rendering end. We will explain the background to this conflict detailing the movement of the two armies and follow in their footsteps. This up close and personal journey is best experienced in our small personalised group tours so roam with us as we relive the mayhem that ensued in September 1297.



Relive this atmospheric part of Scottish history which was immortalised in Mel Gibson’s blockbusting movie BRAVEHEART and we will explore where Hollywood meets reality on location.

Your adventure begins as we depart from the historical city of EDINBURGH and make our way to the ancient town of STIRLING, approximately an hours drive to the north west.

We start our battlefield experience on the ramparts of Stirling Castle where we can gain a panoramic view of the River Forth floodplain and the location of the Stirling Bridge site. We then move onto the battlefield where our guide will explain in great detail what happened when the two armies collided. To view the scene from Wallace’s perspective we will then visit the Wallace Monument, which stands proudly in commemoration of a patriot and Guardian of Scotland. Climb the 246 steps, draw breath, and admire the view from the top. Admission to the monument is included in the tour price.

After saying goodbye to Stirling we will take a short break at The Falkirk Wheel where there will be an opportunity to have a light lunch. Discover this magnificent example of engineering, designed and installed to raise and lower barges 115 feet to and from two of our famous canals.

Arriving at the site of the Battle of Falkirk you will be surprised at the contrasting landscape we now encounter. Our guide will lead you on a short ‘war walk’ which will take you to where King Edward I arrayed his army ten months after defeat at Stirlng Bridge and provide you with a remarkable view of the battlefield. Once you have experienced what happened here we move to our final stop of the day at Wallacestone where our guide will explain the sad and tragic end our Scottish hero endured.

Dropping you off back in Edinburgh, our tour ends giving you time to relax before enjoying an exciting evening in our capital city and reflecting on a memorable and emotional battlefield tour.