Stirling
Known as the gateway to the highlands, the city of Stirling occupies the point where the flatter lowlands of Scotland give way to the more mountainous northern regions, with several ranges of hills visible from the city. Stirling was at one point the seat of royal government in Scotland; its large medieval castle and old town rise sharply above the surrounding plains on a rocky volcanic plug. Many famous local attactions offer opportunities to enjoy both spectacular natural landmarks and historic monuments. The University campus lies outside the city centre in beautifully landscaped parkland.
Useful Links:
Visit Scotland - Stirling
Stirling
Council - local tourist information
University
of Stirling - local information
Historic Scotland - Stirling
Castle
The Wallace Monument
Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park
Wikipedia
- Stirling
Accommodation
The University of Stirling halls of residence have cheap rooms starting from £17.20 +VAT for a single with shared bathroom facilities. For further information please contact Massimo Renzo: massimo.renzo@unimi.it
The Stirling University Management Centre provides somewhat more luxurious accommodation right next to the University.
Travel
Stirling is easily accessible by public transport from Edinburgh and Glasgow. The University of Stirling campus is just outside Stirling city centre, and is connected by a frequent bus service. There are also plenty of taxis at the railway station. If you are flying to Edinburgh or Glasgow airport you'll need to take an airport transfer bus to the relevant city centre, where you can change buses for Stirling. For more information on airport transfers see the bus section below.
Public Transport from Edinburgh and Glasgow
Trains
| from | to | duration | operator |
| Edinburgh Waverley map | Stirling (city centre) map | approx 45 mins | First ScotRail |
| Glasgow Queen Street map | Stirling (city centre) map | approx 35 mins | First ScotRail |
| N.B. You will need to travel by bus or taxi to the University campus, which is outside the city centre. See bus information below. Taxis are available at the station. | |||
Buses
| from | to | duration | route | operator |
| Edinburgh Airport | Edinburgh Bus Station map | approx 25 mins | 100 | Flybus |
| Glasgow Airport | Glasgow Bus Station map | approx 25 mins | 905.pdf | Citylink |
| Edinburgh Bus Station map | UofS campus map | approx 1 hour 15
mins. (no Sunday service) |
909.pdf | Citylink |
| Edinburgh Bus Station map | Stirling Bus Station map | approx 1 hour (Sunday service) |
913 | Citylink |
| Glasgow Bus Station map | Stirling Bus Station map | approx 50 mins | m8.pdf | Citylink |
| Stirling (Murray Place) map | UofS campus map | approx 15 mins | multiple | Firstbus |
| Stirling (Murray Place) map | UofS campus map | approx 15 mins | 50, 153 | Fergusons |
Public Transport from other cities within the UK
Rail Services within Scotland: First ScotRail
Rail Services originating outside Scotland: Virgin or Gner (you can book your tickets straight through to Stirling on these sites).
Buses: National Express
Car
If approaching from the East, South or West take the M9 to Junction 11. Once at the junction there is a roundabout which marks the end of the M9. From here you should take the exit for Bridge of Allan, follow the road through the town itself, and after about 200 metres you will find the University on the left.
If approaching from the North take the A9 to the same roundabout and follow the same route through Bridge of Allan as above.
From the North A9 via Perth and Bridge of Allan.
From the East A91 from St Andrews , M9 from Edinburgh.
From the South M74, M73, A80, M80, M9.
From the West M8, A80, M80, M9 from Glasgow.
From outwith the UK
If travelling from mainland Europe you can take the Eurostar to London, where you can change for Edinburgh. If you are flying from Europe, or further afield, many carriers now operate direct flights to Glasgow and Edinburgh international airports. However depending on where your journey begins you may need to travel through one of the London airports, where you will be able to board a connecting flight or change to a train or bus.
