City of Stirling

Scotland's finest surviving town wall, Stirling's wall was built as a defence in 1547 when King Henry VIII of England was seeking to force a marriage between the infant mary, Queen of Scots and his son Edward. Stirling, being the Royal Court was continually under attack. The walk, running parrallel, described as Europe's finest urban walkway, was constructed around 1723 to 1791. Excellent views can be seen while walking or resting on one of the numerous seats along the walk. It ca be accessed from many points in the Old Town, completes a circuit, and is accessible for wheelchairs and prams as far as the Guildhall.