Falkirk Steeple, Category A listed clock tower in High Street, Falkirk, Scotland.
The Falkirk Steeple stands on the high street as a four-stage stone structure with prominent Greek Doric corner columns built using precisely cut ashlar. The building combines classical architectural details with solid masonry construction and rises prominently above the surrounding streetscape.
The current structure was completed in 1814 and replaced two earlier buildings from the 1580s and 1697. This sequence reflects how the town center renewed itself across several centuries with new architectural expressions.
The tower serves as a visual anchor for the high street and acts as a natural gathering point in the town center. Locals and visitors alike use it as a key landmark to navigate and meet in the downtown area.
A visitor center on the ground floor provides information about local history and welcomes people interested in learning about the town. The location is easy to find and serves as a central stopping point along the high street.
Lightning struck the spire in 1927 and caused significant damage to the masonry structure. Falling stones hit a horse and cart below on the street, creating a moment that linked the tower directly to everyday life in the town.
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