Piers · Central Scotland
Falkirk Wheel Jetty
In or near Camelon.
Falkirk Wheel Jetty is a pier in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Best time of year
- Summer
- Nearest railway station
- Camelon · 1.6 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Falkirk Wheel Jetty is a seaside pier on the coast of central Scotland — Victorian pleasure architecture on stilts, still standing. It sits within the Falkirk parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Camelon, about 1.6 km away. Postcode area FK1.
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Official information
The Falkirk Wheel is the world's only rotating boat lift, connecting the Forth & Clyde Canal with the Union Canal. It allows vessels to transit between the two waterways in just a few minutes, showcasing a unique blend of engineering and art.
Place summary
The Falkirk Wheel Jetty is a pier located in central Scotland, postcode FK1. It serves as the docking point for vessels using the Falkirk Wheel, a rotating boat lift that connects the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal. The structure is notable for its engineering and design, contributing to the region's maritime heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 56.0003, -3.8424
- District
- Falkirk
- Postcode
- FK1 4LS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Falkirk
- Phone
- 0300 373 0868
- Nearest railway station
- Camelon — 1.6 km
- Opening
- Daily 9:45am–6:00pm
- Official site
- www.thefalkirkwheel.co.uk
Sources
- osm: w32466481 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Falkirk Wheel Jetty?
- Falkirk Wheel Jetty is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode FK1 4LS).
- What is Falkirk Wheel Jetty?
- Falkirk Wheel Jetty is a pier in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Falkirk Wheel Jetty?
- The nearest railway station is Camelon, about 1.6 km away. The nearest town is Camelon. Drivers can use postcode FK1 4LS.
- How do I get to Falkirk Wheel Jetty?
- The nearest railway station is Camelon, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode FK1 4LS.