GreatPlaceFalkirk

Celebrating the places, people, traditions and industry of the Falkirk area with thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The project ended on 31 Mar 2022.

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

The recommended cycle 🚲 this weekend is the Bantaskin - Falkirk Tunnel Loop.

It's traffic-free letting you enjoy the countryside & trails through Canada Woods.🌳

It's available on the free #FalkirkExplored app on Android or iOS.

For more on the app 👉 https://t.co/dFfHGpH3FH

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

After remote working for the majority of our project, the team got back together for some in-person meetings & end of project celebration.

We’d like to send out a GREAT big thank you to all of the organisations and community groups who worked alongside us for the past 3 years!

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

Our volunteers have been so generous with their time and their talents throughout the project.

Thank you to all those who have contributed their efforts to help us celebrate our rich and varied local heritage.

#ThankYou #HeritageFund

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

Exciting update! 📢

We're putting together the final touches to a new trail, launching soon on the #FalkirkExplored app! 📱

Discover the science & engineering behind the flood protection scheme that's transforming the historic town of Grangemouth.

Keep an eye out for updates!

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

As we wrap up the final week of our project we want to give a huge shout out to the funders and partners that made it possible, especially the @HeritageFundUK who originated the Great Place scheme.

Thank you! 😀

#HeritageFund #Falkirk

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

#DidYouKnow there's an Audio function on the #FalkirkExplored app? 📱 🎧

Our audios Guides accompany our walking trails and let you listen to local stories and folklore.

If you haven't got the free app, why not download it today on iOS or Android?

👉 https://t.co/dFfHGpH3FH

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

New bike trail live on the #FalkirkExplored app! 📢 🚲 📱

The Braes Loop is quiet but challenging, taking you through some of the beautiful trails in Callendar Park to the Braes of Falkirk.

Why not download the FREE app today on iOs or Android? 📱

👉 https://t.co/dFfHGpH3FH

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

Are you a fan of #Archaeology? You'll love this new article on the #OurStories website. ⛏️ 🦴

It looks at our #BigDig2021 festival & the brilliant 3D models one of our volunteers, Alice Martin, made from her findings.

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/2rszv83GyM

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

Looking for something to do this weekend?

Why not head along to @HippFestScot at @HippodromeFilm! 🎬

It's on until Sunday. Why not take a look at their website to find out what's on? 👀

👉 https://t.co/FBlKnRCBvs

[Hippodrome Silent Film Festival @HippFest]

🌟 HippFest is back! 🌟 And we're bringing stars of the #SilverScreen back to Bo’ness...

After hosting our 11th edition online last year, we are absolutely over the moon to launch our full 2022 programme.

You can find details of what's on & when here: https://t.co/ECePoeRZsE

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

Did you know #Falkirk has a claim to fame in the story of Barr's Irn Bru?

Want to find out more? Take a look at this story by volunteer Steffany McGeachin for the #OurStories website.

👉 https://t.co/y4MWq803Y5

#HeritageFund

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

This weekends recommended walk takes in the spectacular Avon Aqueduct.

Try the River Avon walk from the #FalkirkExplored booklet and discover the beauty of the river. You might even spot an otter. 🦦

You can pick up a copy at @HelixFalkirk, @FalkirkWheel & @LibFalkirk.

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

#HippFest2022 starts today! 🎬

It's the 12th anniversary @HippFestScot - celebrating #SilentFilm & live music.

Why not take a look at their programme and start planning your festival! 👇

[Hippodrome Silent Film Festival @HippFest]

Happy #HippFest2022 - today's the day! Our twelfth festival celebrating #SilentFilm & live music is set to begin. We can't wait to welcome you back to the @HippodromeFilm! To browse our programme visit https://t.co/ECePof9ARe - we would love to see you! 🥰#Cinema @FCTrust #Boness

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

Great news from our friends at @kinneil! 🥳

Their free outdoor guided walks start again this Saturday! They're leading a special tour with a Mary Queen of Scots theme to support @HippFestScot.

📆 Sat 19 Mar (1pm)
📌 Kinneil Estate

Find out more 👇

[Friends of Kinneil @kinneil]

Our free outdoor guided tours resume this Saturday, 19 March, at 1pm! Special Mary Queen of Scots theme, to support this week's @HippFestScot @HippodromeFilm @FCTrust - all welcome, meet outside Kinneil Museum https://t.co/90xYbOGJen @welovehistory @VFalkirk #MaryQueenofScots

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

Exciting update! 📢

We're putting together the final touches to a new #FalkirkExplored app trail! 📱

Exploring the area between Maddiston and Standburn, it's developed with Falkirk Science Festival & @rei_institute.

Here's Natalie Allison @FCTrust recording at @WFront_Studio!

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

#FlashbackFriday

Today we look back at this video created by our volunteer Meghan Kjartanson as part of our McCowan's research project. 🍬

In this #OurStories article learn how to make your own McCowan-style toffee!

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/Vaw3GyzqfS

#HighlandCowToffee

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

This weekends recommended walk is the Rough Castle Trail from the free #FalkirkExplored app. 📱🎧

The walk starts at @FalkirkWheel & you'll explore the areas engineering wonders from Roman times to the 21st Century.🚶

Download the app today. 📲 🎧

👉 https://t.co/dFfHGpH3FH

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

Exciting update from @ZetlandPKRegen! 🥳

From activity days and tours to a Children's Gala there's lots going on for the whole family.

To keep up to date with everything that's happening in the park, why not give them a follow?

@VFalkirk @FCTrust @LibFalkirk @FalkirkDelivers

[Zetland Park Regeneration Project @ZetlandPKRegen]

What other events do you want to see at Zetland Park this year??

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

Happy #InternationalWomensDay!

To celebrate we take a look at famous New Zealand Suffragist, #ElizabethCaradus who was born in Falkirk in 1832.

Find out more about her story in the #OurStories website.

👉https://t.co/noBe8x0E9e

#IWD2022 #FalkirkWomen #WomenOfFalkirk

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

Last chance to join in the volunteering event this weekend at Kinneil Estate.

[TCV Scotland @TCVScotland]

Good morning and happy Friday!
Just an update if you were planning on volunteering with us on Sunday that the location had changed and we will now be at Kinneil estate for one last week!
@kinneil @GreatPlaceFK @falkirkcouncil

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

Got a few minutes to spare? We'd love to get some feedback on your experience in using our website.

Why not fill in the survey today?

👉 https://t.co/6y2cO8S6cE

#HeritageFund

[GreatPlaceFalkirk @GreatPlaceFK]

#FridayFact

Did you know that in the late 19th & early 20th centuries football fans would travel from Alloa to Bo'ness by paddle steamer to get to games? ⚽

Find out more about the journey in this article for #OurStories by volunteer Don Burns.

👉 https://t.co/fJ18ntNZLL