Bannockburn Heritage Centre, Stirling

The Centre commemorates Robert the Bruce's victory at The Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. This victory brought the independence William Wallace had fought for and led to Bruce becoming the undisputed King of Scotland. Although King Edward II's Army heavily out-numbered Robert Bruces Army, they still suffered their greatest defeat since the Battle of Hastings. The encounter which lasted two days, involved over 30,000 men.

The exhibition in the Visitors' Centre brings the Wars of Independence to life. There are scenes of the coronation of Robert the Bruce and the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath. Visitors can see figures of Wallace and Bruce, a large model of the Battle of Stirling Bridge and a presentation which tells the story of Bruce and the battle. Display boards and photographs the story of recent investigations to find the actual site of the battle.

Opening Times

Site: all year, daily until dusk.
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1 Mar to 31 Mar, daily 10am-5pm
1 Apr to 30 Sep, daily 10am-5.30pm (last entry 4.45pm)
1 Oct to 31 Oct, daily 10am-5pm

Visits outside these dates/times for pre-booked groups by arrangement with property.

Last audio-visual show, half an hour before closing.

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