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How The Falkirk Wheel Turned Engineering Into A Dining Destination
The Falkirk Wheel is one of Scotland’s most recognisable modern landmarks: a vast rotating boat lift set among canals, paths and countryside in central…
Behind The Scenes Of A Busy Lunch At The Wheelhouse
Beside the Falkirk Wheel, lunch can move from relaxed to full-on in a matter of minutes. A family arriving after a morning of sightseeing may be followed by…
Vegetarian Sunday roast ideas worth gathering around
A Sunday roast is built around comfort: a generous plate, rich gravy, crisp potatoes and vegetables that have had time to develop real flavour. Removing the…
Plan A Birthday Celebration at The Wheelhouse
A birthday meal should feel easy from the first invitation to the final slice of cake. At The Wheelhouse, beside the Falkirk Wheel in Scotland, your group can…
Why our coffee is roasted in Edinburgh
A good cup of coffee can shape an entire day at The Wheelhouse. Beside the Falkirk Wheel, guests may arrive for breakfast, settle in for brunch, pause between…
A Tour Of The Wheelhouse Wine List
Wine can set the pace of a meal before the first dish reaches the table. A bright white suits an easy lunch, a textured rosé gives brunch a little lift, and a…
A Family-Friendly Visit to The Wheelhouse in Falkirk
The Wheelhouse sits beside the Falkirk Wheel, one of Scotland’s most recognisable engineering landmarks, giving families a memorable setting for a meal or a…
What Makes Friday Steak Nights So Popular at The Wheelhouse
By Friday afternoon, the week has usually taken its toll. Work is winding down, the weekend is beginning, and there is a strong case for swapping the kitchen…
How to Prepare a Classic Scottish Cranachan Dessert
Cranachan is a traditional Scottish dessert made from toasted oats, raspberries, honey, whisky and whipped cream. It is quick to prepare, requires no baking,…
How Local Produce Shapes The Wheelhouse À La Carte Menu
A memorable à la carte meal begins long before a plate reaches the table. It starts with the land, the water, the growers, the producers and the seasons that…