Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre
44 minute walk from Stirling station · Stirling, Central and Fife
The Bannockburn Visitor Centre, operated by the National Trust for Scotland, is a popular tourist attraction commemorating a landmark moment in Scottish history. It marks the site of the 1314 battle where King Robert the Bruce secured a decisive victory against the forces of King Edward II during the First War of Scottish Independence.
The site is historically significant as the place where the Scots defeated the largest army ever to invade Scotland. Visitors can explore a field believed to be where the warring parties camped, which now features a modern monument and a notable statue of Robert the Bruce designed by Pilkington Jackson.
In the visitor centre and the surrounding grounds, guests can learn about the strategy of the Scottish schiltrons and the famous events of the conflict. It offers a chance to stand above the possible site of the battlefield and experience one of the most celebrated and commemorated locations in Scotland.
Visitor information
- Place type
- Battlefield
- Good for
- Historic monuments, Military history, Museums
- Characteristics
- Medieval, Nationally significant
- Admission
- Paid admission
- Facilities
- Visitor centre
- Region
- Stirling, Central and Fife
Stations within walking distance
- Stirling station — 44 min walk, 3.5 km
Other places near Stirling
- Stirling Castle and Gowanhill — 1 min walk from the station
- Cambuskenneth Abbey from Stirling — 1 min walk from the station
- Albert Halls — 7 min walk from the station
- Holy Trinity Episcopal Church — 8 min walk from the station
- Tolbooth — 11 min walk from the station
- Smith Art Gallery & Museum — 11 min walk from the station