Wallacestone
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Wallacestone is a settlement in Central Scotland lying South of Polmont and North East of the village of California. Population circa 5000. Wallacestone is one of the few settlements of its size in Central Scotland to boast no local amenities. This cleverly adopted policy has ensured that the youths of the area have historically been unable to purchase, and therefore consume light refreshments on the village streets.
During the mid 1980's, Wallacetone had two public houses which was testiment to this once thriving community. Unfortunately the 'Breezes' establishment, which lay at the top of the famous Wallacestone Brae was demolished in 1993 to make way to a private dwellinghouse, and the popular 'Wallace Tavern' was later demolished in 2005 making way for a number of private 'new build' residences.
In the North East of Wallacestone lies the historic Wallace Monument. Nearby Falkirk was the site of William Wallace's last battle in command of the Scots army. On 22nd July 1298 he faced the English army, commanded by Edward I. The Scots were defeated and many thousands were killed. The battle is marked by a monument at Wallacestone, which is named after the stone from which Wallace is reputed to have overseen the battle.
Thousands of tourists arrive each year to visit the Wallace Monument, and witness first hand the sight where William Wallace once stood to command his army. This viewpont is a must see for any tourists visiting Central Scotland, as it is stooped in history and offers breath taking views across the Forth Valley including the Forth Road Bridge, the iconic Forth Rail Bridge, and the Polmont Young Offenders Institution.
