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Falkirk, Stirlingshire

Falkirk is a town in Stirlingshire, in the Forth Valley. In the 18th and 19th centuries Falkirk was at the centre of the iron and steel industry. The modern economy relies increasingly on retail and tourism. Attractions in and around Falkirk include the Falkirk Wheel, Callendar House and Park and remnants of the Antonine Wall. The town is within the council area of Falkirk.

Place Type: Town
Historic County: Stirlingshire
Lat, Long: 55.999374,-3.784843
Grid Reference: NS 8878 7992
Civil Parish: Falkirk CP
Council Area: Falkirk CA
Police Area: Scotland (Forth Valley) PA
Devolved Legislature:  Scottish Parliament

GBPN ID: 15724
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Falkirk,_Stirlingshire_15724

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