Name: Our Roots are in the River - guided walk through Riverside & Cambuskenneth
Start: 2024-09-29T17:00:00+01:00
End: 2024-09-29T18:30:00+01:00
Location: Stirling Rowing Club

Our Roots are in the River - guided walk through Riverside & Cambuskenneth

Enjoy magnificent vistas of Stirling from the banks of the River Forth & hear of it's importance in the history of the city with Andy McEwan
About this Event

Bring your camera along and join local historian Andy McEwan on an exploration of part of Riverside and a look at the charming village of Cambuskenneth and it's famous abbey.

At this point the River Forth meanders in joyful loops across the floodplain at the foot of the castle and set on a strategic bend, Riverside and Cambuskenneth command outstanding views of the river, the castle, the Wallace monument and Dumyat beyond.

Enjoy an evening walk, with the sun dropping in the west, with Andy who will regail us along the way with stories associated with this tucked away corner of the city .

Parking and Accessibility

Start at Stirling Boating Club, Dean Crescent Riverside FK8 1UT where is adequate on street parking.

We will take a level walk to Cambuskenneth via the footbridge. Note there is restricted access to the Abbey grounds for those with mobility issues.

@Photograph of Cambuskenneth Abbey coutresy of Tom Astbury

Since our first year Andy has led walks during the festival, helping our photographers learn about and find inspiration in our surroundings. Andy's knowledge of local history, myth and legend, coupled with his storytelling flair makes for a fun and educational photo walk. No formal photography skills tution is offered during Andy's walks, although peer support is often generously offered!