Walk of the week: Cambuskenneth Abbey and the Wallace Monument

Rather less visited is the site of Cambuskenneth Abbey, the burial place of James III. All that remains of the building is the 13th century bell tower, but from the centre of Stirling it is a good place to aim for on foot after crossing the Ri

Level crossing concerns raised

Representatives from Network Rail visited the Ladysneuk level crossing to discuss concerns with residents of Cambuskenneth. People in the area fear that emergency vehicles could be cut off from reaching them if the gates are closed, and said t

Finding the Battle of Bannockburn

Cambuskenneth Abbey is another significant landmark that was in existence at the time of the battle and features in numerous records of the period. The Abbey is one of the few places specifically mentioned in near contemporary accounts of the