The Kelpies Experience
The Kelpies, the world’s largest equine sculptures stand guard over the Forth & Clyde Canal with more than 7 million visitors from across the world making a trip to see them over the past decade. Now, these magnificent sculptures are ready to reveal their secrets to give you the experience of a lifetime.
The Kelpies Experience will:
- test participants as they tackle our unique and thrilling, 25 metre aerial climb that takes you straight to the horse’s mouth
- take participants inside the world of The Kelpies unlocking the history and stories that inspired this magnificent tribute to the world-renowned Clydesdale Horse
- inspire participants with the fascinating story of the Clydesdale – the horses that powered the Industrial RevolutionÂ
Designed by Scottish sculptor, Andy Scott, The Kelpies are a triumph of design and engineering. Each Kelpie weighs a massive 300 tonnes (the same weight as 350 Clydesdale Horses) and is constructed from more than 18,000 individual components.Â
During the specially-designed aerial climb our expert guides will immerse participants in the fascinating history of the canals, the vital role played by the Clydesdale Horse and how this inspired internationally renowned sculptor Andy Scott to create The Kelpies.
The Kelpies Experience is a premium, aerial visitor experience inspiring participants with Scotland’s fascinating industrial history, awe-inspiring art and world class engineering.Â
This experience is brought to you in partnership with Zone Events. A Scottish events company based in Edinburgh, who create inspirational, challenging and inclusive events in Scotland’s best wild spaces and on landmark structures.Â
The Kelpies Experience will only be available initially for large group bookings or by signing up to support one of our charity fundraiser events.
Scottish Canals are now actively seeking more fantastic charities to partner with.Â
Location
A simple journey from Edinburgh or Glasgow.
Important information
Please read before enquiring
- Each tour lasts 90 mins. Participants are advised to arrive 20 minutes prior to the start of the tour
- Height restriction: minimum 140cm
- All participants will be required to sign a disclaimer prior to taking the tour
- Please note The Kelpies Experience involves a 25-metre aerial climb using ladders and high-level walkways. All participants will be provided with and will be required to wear PPE (helmets and harnesses) throughout the tour.
- Our expert guides will provide a detailed pre-climb briefing to ensure participants get the most from this unique experience.
- If you have any accessibility queries, please email Thekelpiesexperience@scottishcanals.co.uk
Book now
To book The Kelpies Experience, please email Thekelpiesexperience@scottishcanals.co.uk
Charity Events
Pledge to support one of our charities to get exclusive access
You will be directed to sign up (or express interest via email) directly with the charity.
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All funds you raise will go directly to the charity you choose.
Media digital toolkit
Access our handy digital toolkit for partners to utilise tailored assets to help promote The Kelpies Experience as a fundraising activity.
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