A Spooky Tunnel Adventure Few Know About! 🕳️✨
📍 Falkirk Tunnel 🚂 From Edinburgh: Take a train from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Falkirk High Station (~30 mins). 🚂 From Glasgow: Hop on at Glasgow Queen Street Station to Falkirk High Station (~25-30 mins). 🛶 The Tunnel's History: Built in the early 1800s over the Union Canal to transport coal to Edinburgh, this tunnel lost its purpose after railways took over in 1848. By 1920, it was abandoned—but its eerie charm lives on! 😨 The Adventure Awaits: 630 meters of perfectly preserved brick arches and original kerosene lamp brackets. Dripping ceilings, leaky shafts, and puddles galore—straight out of a horror movie set! 👻💧 💡 Pro Tips for Explorers: 🔦 Bring a torch/headlamp: It’s pitch black inside—safety first! 👟 Wear grippy shoes: The ground can be slippery and uneven. 🌳 Scenic approach: Walk or cycle along the canal path—gorgeous views en route! 🚣 Nearby Fun: 🛶 Canoeing/Kayaking: Glide through the canal’s calm waters. 🚢 Falkirk Wheel: Visit the world’s only rotating boat lift (connects two canals with epic aerial views!). #UK #UrbanExploration #LondonAdventures #UKTravel #CityDiscoveries #WinterEscapes #HiddenWinterGems #UKAdventure #JustGo