Situated amidst magnificent park and woodland, Callendar House tells stories spanning 600 years of Scottish history. Through wars, rebellions and the industrial revolution, the house has played host to many great historical figures over the centuries, including Mary Queen of Scots, Cromwell and Bonnie Prince Charlie. Extensive park area surrounding Callendar House is open all year. With par 3 golf course, crazy golf, boating lake, children’s play area, kiosk, picnic benches, go-karting and woodland walks. Remains of the Antonine Wall can also be seen at Callendar Park directly opposite Callendar House.
Also in the Park, visit The Park Gallery (free admission) for contemporary visual arts and The Stables Teashop.
Callendar Woods has over 6 miles of carriageways, tracks and paths, most of them dating from the 1870s; this is an extensive 16th century woodland area and is just minutes away from Falkirk Town Centre. With historical attractions including an Arboretum, Ornamental Gardens, Mausoleum, Well, Waterhouse included along the three well mapped Woodland Trails.