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Mercat Cross

Broad Street, Stirling FK8 - Scotland, UK

Stirling’s Mercat (Market) Cross was its symbol of its right to trade as a burgh; the town was decalred a Royal Burgh in the 1120s. The column, topped by a unicorn, known as ‘the puggy’, can be seen in the...

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Attractions near Mercat Cross

A selection of attractions close to Mercat Cross:

Stirling Tolbooth (< 1 Mile)

Located in the heart of Stirling’s Old Town, the Grade A listed Tolbooth had a long and intriguing past before being opened as a £5.5m...

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Church of the Holy Rude (< 1 Mile)

Stirling’s medieval parish church, at the top of the historic old town, is richly atmospheric. Its name refers to the medieval term for the Cross...

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Stirling Old Town Jail (< 1 Mile)

The horrors of Victorian prison life become reality at Stirling’s Old Town Jail - in the city’s historic quarter. A live prison tour means you...

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Cowane’s Hospital (< 1 Mile)

The Old Cowane’s Hospital (also known as The Guild Hall) is a striking looking building. It was built in 1639 by John Cowane a wealthy...

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Stirling Smith Art Gallery (< 1 Mile)

Founded in 1874, the Stirling Smith gallery is the focus for the history and material culture of the Stirling area. Scottish history collections, fine art...

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Stirling Castle (< 1 Mile)

Dominating the Stirling skyline, Stirling Castle has played a pivotal role in Scotland’s turbulent history. The Stewart kings James IV, V and VI, and Mary...

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National Wallace Monument (2.3 Miles)

Towering over the River Forth, the National Wallace Monument stands in tribute to Sir William Wallace and his triumph over the English army at the...

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Bannockburn Heritage Centre (2.4 Miles)

Visit the famous battle ground and heritage centre where Robert the Bruce was victorious over the English in 1314. With superb planning Bruce defeated the...

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Dumyat (2.8 Miles)

Dumyat (pronounced Dum-i-at) is a popular hill which rises to the north of the city of Stirling at the western edge of the Ochil Hills....

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Cambuskenneth Abbey (2.8 Miles)

An abbey has stood at this peaceful site since 1140 when King David I asked the Augustinians to build one, then called the Abbey of...

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MacRobert Centre (2.8 Miles)

The MacRobert Centre is a premier children’s art venue and Scotland’s first dedicated children’s theatre. It includes facilities for animation and other film work produced...

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Dunblane Cathedral (6.3 Miles)

The small parish of Dunblane instantly becomes a city with the addition of this medieval Cathedral founded by Saint Blane around the year 600....

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Clackmannanshire Museum (6.5 Miles)

This Museum and Heritage Centre tells the story of the region from the very earliest settlements to the way it is today. Visitors are...

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Alloa Tower (7 Miles)

This beautiful old piece of architecture is one of the most recognisable in the Scottish town. It towers above the surrounding park and can...

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Doune Castle (9.5 Miles)

Doune Castle is a magnificent 14th Century courtyard property built for the Regent Albany. One of the most striking features of the property is...

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(All distances are direct and may be longer by road)

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