Some overnight parking is available for a fee of £15 per night, with a £20 key deposit. Stays are limited to three nights per visit. The designated overnight area is not euqipped for power or lighting but 24 hours access is allowed to facilities in the New Port Downey Building.
What time does Falkirk Wheel car park close?
Falkirk Wheel
| Location | Information | Time restrictions and charges |
|---|---|---|
| Three Bridges | 293 spaces and 15 disabled spaces Height limited to private cars and light vans Service buses to Falkirk town centre, numbers 1 and 2, run every 10 minutes from 7:15am-6:05pm Monday-Friday; and 7:35am-6:05pm on Saturday | No time restriction Free |
Is parking at the Falkirk Wheel free?
Parking. The main car park is a 5 – 10 minute walk along the side of the canal with a slight incline. There is a charge of £3.50 per day for parking. This payment helps to maintain The Falkirk Wheel and Scotland’s Canals.
Can you park at The Kelpies at night?
This car park has 175 spaces located near The Kelpies and Visitor Centre. The Kelpies Car Park is locked at 10pm each night (April – October), 8pm each night (November – March), with no egress until the next morning when the car park re-opens at 8am.
Can you park anywhere overnight in Scotland?
You have no right to access land, overnight stops, or wild camping unless that landowner has authorised it. Wild camping in Scotland comes under specific Scottish law, and we examine that further down the page.
Is Falkirk Wheel car park open?
Is the car park open? Yes, the car park is currently open at The Falkirk Wheel and costs £3.50 for a ticket.
Is kelpies open at night?
6. It’s open 24 hours a day and you can even visit The Kelpies at night!
Is The Kelpies car park free?
Large free car park is about 100 yards from the Kelpies via a flat well-surfaced pathway.
Can you walk between The Kelpies to Falkirk Wheel?
Experience this 14.3-km out-and-back trail near Falkirk, Falkirk. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for running and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
How much does it cost to park at The Kelpies?
Please note, a car parking charge has been introduced at the main large car park. £2 for cars and £1 for motorbykes. These charges apply during the day.
Can you park a motorhome at the Falkirk Wheel?
Motor home accommodation at the Falkirk Wheel
Some overnight parking is available for a fee of £15 per night, with a £20 key deposit. Stays are limited to three nights per visit.
How far apart are The Kelpies and the Falkirk Wheel?
about 4.5 miles
It’s about 4.5 miles.
What time do The Kelpies light up?
Every night when the sun goes down the Kelpies will be lit up. In Winter, this means you can see the lights on at 4pm. They usually coincide with streetlights in the area turning on. If you think they are impressive in the daytime, you will be in awe at the rainbow colours lighting them up at night.
Can you sleep in your car overnight in Scotland?
Is it legal to sleep in your car in the UK? The same rules apply for sleeping in your car, as for wild camping. It is legal in Scotland and some parts of Dartmoor. However, if you are respectful and use common sense, then it is generally tolerated at other places as well.
Can I stay overnight in a layby in Scotland?
People with campervans and motorhomes can still use laybys in the Camping Management Zone to stop and rest (including sleeping overnight if necessary), but encampment on a road (including laybys) is an offence under road traffic legislation and will be managed by Police Scotland accordingly, in cooperation with land
Can I stop overnight in a layby in Scotland?
Yes it’s ok to park overnight. Even in the laybys with the yellow no overnight parking signs. These signs have no legal basis and the highland council was ordered to take their signs down which they have partly done. The only place you may have a problem is around Loch Lomond national park.
How much does it cost to use the Falkirk Wheel?
Adult £13.50. Concession £12.00 (anyone over 60, holding an Access Card, full time Student or Falkirk Council Tax Payer. We may ask to see proof of age or status) Child (5-15yrs) £8.00.
Do you have to pay to park at Falkirk High Station?
ScotRail car parks are covered by CCTV and give convenient and secure access to our stations. Most offer free parking, or are free for rail users. There are parking fees at 20 of our stations.
Electric vehicle charging.
| Station | Falkirk High |
|---|---|
| Cost | £2.50 per day |
| Payment type | Barriers |
| Spaces | 206 |
Is the Falkirk Wheel worth it?
The Falkirk Wheel is a fantastic day out with a difference and accessible to everyone! With boat trips, a cafe, gift shop, children’s activity zone, water play park & mini-canal, waterwalkerz, canoeing, bike hire and woodland walks; there really is something for everyone!
Do you need to book The Kelpies?
The Kelpies Tours – Tickets are sold on the day from The Visitor Centre at The Helix, but the best way to avoid disappointment is to pre-book your tickets online. You can also contact The Visitor Centre on 01324 590600 for more information.
How long is The Kelpies tour?
45-minute
The best way to experience The Kelpies is on The Kelpies Tour. Join the 45-minute guided walking tour that takes you through the vision of Andy Scott, the story of the real life working horses of the area, the local history and the history of the canals.