Getting There
Sat Nav: FK1 1YR
Northbound route only
Leave the M9 at Junction 5 and take the 1st exit to follow the signs for Falkirk A9.
At Bog Roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A905 and at the Mary Street Roundabout take the 3rd exit signed Falkirk A803, passing Callendar Business Park on the left.
At the next roundabout turn left, brown-signed Callendar House, opposite a Ford Dealership. Then turn right signed Callendar Park to reach the car park.
Return to M9 Junction 5
Leave the car park and cross the roundabout, signed M9. At the traffic lights turn right, signed M9. At the next roundabout turn right to return to Junction 5, signed Edinburgh, (or to return to Junction 6 go straight on here, signed M9 Grangemouth, and the route is then fully signed).
The M9 is then signed at the next two roundabouts to return to Junction 5.
Callendar Park
Length of walk: 30 minutes or longer
Leave the car park and enter the park. At first this seems to be a hugely popular family park, where dogs take their chances with the many toddlers, buggies and family groups. But things soon get better for canine visitors.
After the crazy golf, aim for the lake ahead. The faux-medieval towers of Callendar House will be on the left. We walked around the lake anti-clockwise, meeting a few dog walkers along the way and enjoying the space in this large area of stately parkland. Small paths lead off into light-dappled woodland, and dogs can run freely here away from the bustle of the family area.
Our orbit of the lake took around 40 minutes, and we then detoured to have a look at the front of the house before heading back to the car park.
The park has seen a lot of history – the Antonine Wall went through the grounds in Roman times, and many famous people have stayed at the house.
While you’re here
Callendar House is well worth a visit, the exhibitions are lively and informative. Entry charge of £3.00 adults. No dogs allowed inside.
Facilities
Free car park, car park gated. Camper van access. Disabled access on hard surface paths. Refreshments, kiosk for snacks, picnic tables. Dog poo bins throughout, poo bags available free from kiosk. Craft shop at Callendar House. Children’s play areas and swan pedaloes for hire on the lake.
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