Local author and former Falkirk archaeologist Geoff Bailey will launch an updated version of his book about the Jacobite Battle of Falkirk Muir with a special event next week.

The now annual Battle of Falkirk Day will see a host of events taking place to commemorate the historic battle which took ...

Plans for new signage to tell town centre visitors more about a Falkirk battle that played a crucial role in Scotland's history will be in place in time for its 725th anniversary. As the ...

GEORGE MAIR A Medieval battle axe used against the English at the Battle of Falkirk in 1298, has been put up for sale by an English armoury.

As the 725th anniversary of the first Battle of Falkirk approaches, plans are being made to mark the battle and direct visitors to some key locations around the town.

Edward I takes control of the English army and defeats Wallace at Falkirk.Wallace escapes but the Scottish nobles, including Bruce, surrender to Edward.

One of the key groups involved in last weekend’s 1298 Battle of Falkirk commemoration day events has praised the many organisations and individuals who helped make it a success.

A memorial service typically attended by history fans in period costume will mark the 1746 Battle of Falkirk at the Battlefield Monument tomorrow (Saturday) at 2pm.

Contrast the Battle of Falkirk with that at Stirling Bridge and have students explain the very different results. The class could discuss the impact of the battle on both sides.

Falkirk’s strategic importance is highlighted by the two battles that were fought there, 450 years apart. William Wallace was defeated in 1298 by Edward I at the Battle of Falkirk, while in 1746 ...

Unite's Len McCluskey may claim to be Ed Miliband's friend, but the row between the two men over selection of an election candidate for Falkirk is reminiscent of Labour's internecine battles of ...