A story of passion.
Told with pride.

Stirling’s famous landmark stands above the fields where William Wallace led his troops to victory at The Battle of Stirling Bridge and tells the story of the patriot and martyr who became Scotland’s National Hero.

Events at the Monument

October
10
Scotland’s National Hero
Watch history come to life during an actor performance of ‘Scotland’s National Hero’.
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October
11
Scotland’s National Hero
Watch history come to life during an actor performance of ‘Scotland’s National Hero’.
Learn more
October
14
Scotland’s National Hero
Watch history come to life during an actor performance of ‘Scotland’s National Hero’.
Learn more
"No visit to Scotland is complete without a trip to The National
Wallace Monument. I was surprised by how much was inside
the Monument to see and explore…"
Trey C – Alberta, Canada

News & Updates

25th September 2026
30 years of Walking Scotland   
On Wednesday 30 September, The National Wallace Monument will light up blue to mark 30 years of Walking Scotland, the charity that helps make walking and wheeling a part of everyday life.
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Directions to the Monument…

The Monument is located just outside Stirling – and is signposted from the City Centre and from the A91.

Stirling is easily accessible by rail, with regular services from Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Frequent bus services to the Monument operate from Goosecroft Road (opposite Stirling Railway Station). Services 52 and UL (operated by First) stop outside the Monument.

Monument Location