Bridge of Allan Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Stirling, Scotland, UK
About Bridge of Allan
In 1297 William Wallace held much of the north and Dundee was his next target, when the English under the Earl of Surrey marched north against him. At Stirling, Surrey dithered over crossing the River Forth, while the Scots got ready to meet him. He was urged to ford the river further upstream, which he could have done quickly outflanking the Scots. Instead he began to advance over the bridge, a ricketty narrow wooden structure that could only fit two horsemen abreast - the manouevre was bound to take hours. The Scots bided their time till 2000 had crossed then set on and slew them. Surrey could still have held his position at Stirling but bolted south to Berwick, and Scotland was in the hands of Wallace. Wallace was never crowned king, but ruled as "Guardian of Scotland" until his betraya
Top Attractions in Bridge of Allan
Explore the best things to see and do in Bridge of Allan:
- ★Lecropt Kirk
- ★Wallace Monument
Where to Eat in Bridge of Allan
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Allanwater Cafe
- 🍴Nairn's
- 🍴Westerton Arms
Where to Stay in Bridge of Allan
- 🏨Meadowpark Hotel
- 🏨Stirling Court Hotel
- 🏨Witches Craig Caravan Park
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