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The Kelpies
Attraction
4.7 (27407 reviews)
Visitor Centre, The Helix, Grangemouth, Falkirk FK2 7ZT, UK
+44 1324 590600
Did You Know?
Horsepower
The Kelpies are named after mythical water spirits that possess the strength and endurance of 100 horses, reflecting the power of the Clydesdale horses they represent.
Massive Weight
Each Kelpie sculpture weighs over 300 tonnes, making them a truly impressive feat of engineering.
Towering Height
Standing at 100 feet tall, the Kelpies are a dominant feature on the landscape, visible from miles around.
Horse Inspiration
The Kelpies were modeled after real-life Clydesdale horses named Duke and Baron, reflecting the lineage of heavy horses that shaped Scottish industry.
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