Download the 2013 Rack Leaflet - The National Wallace Monument

The National Wallace MonumentThe Abbey CraigThe Crown- offers spectacular views of the River Forth,the city of Stirling, and of the scene ofWallace’s famous victory at The Battle ofStirling Bridge.Building The Monument- is a gallery telling the story of howthis tribute to Scotland’s national herowas constructed.The Hall of Heroes- is where William Wallace, Robert the Bruce,and mediaeval warriors are depicted inglorious stained glass windows, immaculatelyrestored by master craftworkers in 2012.The marble busts in this gallery pay tributeto Scotland’s heroes, including the country’snational bard - Robert Burns.Reception DeskGift ShopThe Terrace (Viewpoint andSet-down and Pick-up pointfor Courtesy Bus Service toThe Car Park)Follow the story ofWilliam Wallace- in this gallery, where you can also see hisfamous broadsword.This pathway takes you from theVisitor Reception Centre to theMonument (Allow 15 to 20 minutes.)The Stirling Trail will take you to a viewpoint overlooking Stirlingand the Castle. From here you can return to the Monument, or continueto re-join the path back to the Car Park. (Allow 35 minutes.)The Abbey Trail is a complete walk around the Abbey Craig, re-joiningthe path back to the Car Park. (Allow 45 minutes.)PLEASE NOTE: The paths have a hard surface of loose stone, and they can be steep. Other smaller paths can be narrow and muddy.SPECIAL EVENTS AT THE MONUMENTLIVE PERFORMANCESBY COSTUMED ACTORSSo what was it like to fightwith Wallace?Hear the story of The Battle of Stirling Bridgefrom one of Wallace’s loyal followers -and imagine what it must have been like tofight alongside Scotland’s national hero.PRESENTATIONSTHROUGHOUT THE DAY- on Saturdays and Sundays, plusWednesdays from April to SeptemberEaster 2013Presentations every day from29th March to 1st April.May Holidays 2013Presentations every day from4th to 6th May, andfrom 25th to 27th May.Archery AdventuresSunday 2nd June 2013Sunday 1st September 2013Test your skill at archery - to see if youwould have been good enough to fightalongside William Wallace!(Participation in archery available to holdersof valid Monument admission tickets)Join a Walk with WallaceSaturday 6th - Sunday 7th July 2013Saturday 3rd - Monday 5th August 2013Follow in the footsteps of Sir William Wallace - andsee how he led his army to victory. 45-minute guidedwalks with costumed actors on the Abbey Craig.(First walk departs 11:00am; Last walk departs 3:00pm).Encounter with Wallace- marking the anniversary of his executionin London on 23rd August 1305.16th - 26th August 2013Costumed actors recreate episodes from Wallace’s lifein three dramatic presentations.FREEDOM - the thoughts of a warrior afterThe Battle of Stirling Bridge.WILDERNESS - Dominican monk John Blairbefriends Wallace.FROM TRIUMPH TO TRAGEDY -Wallace comes face to face with King Edward IPresentations commence each dayat 10.30am and at 2.00pm.The Abbey Craig Big DigFriday 6th - Saturday 7th September 201310.00am - 4.00pm each day.Your chance to work alongside archaeologists asthey uncover the hidden secrets of the Abbey Craigand its ancient iron-age fort.Tour with archaelogist guide departs from the frontof the Monument at 12.00pm each day.The Battle of Stirling BridgeAnniversaryWednesday 11th September 2013Step back in time to 1297, and on the 716th anniversaryof Wallace’s triumph at Stirling Bridge join Stirling’sArchaeologist Murray Cook on a guided walkof the battlefield; departing at 12:00pm fromLegends Coffee House.(Duration: 90 mins; finishing at Stirling Bridge)(*)(*) Advance Reservations recommended.For information or to book a place contact cookm@stirling.gov.ukAutumn Adventures14th - 25th October 2013School Holiday Adventures for everyone to enjoy!Live presentations, games and quizzes, and thechance to win a souvenir prize when you discoverwhere William Bear is hiding!St. Andrew’s Day30th November - 1st December 2013Marking Scotland’s National Day -and honouring the country’s patron saint.FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL VISITORS ON BOTH DAYS- and special activities & entertainment.For further information on all events, see: www.nationalwallacemonument.com