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Larbert Woods

Larbert Woods
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An oasis of calm in the grounds of Forth Valley Royal Hospital

Larbert Woods has three easy trails weaving amongst mature trees and circling a picturesque little loch. Keep a look out for roe deer, squirrels, dragonflies and frogs.

Home to Forth Valley Royal Hospital, this is an oasis of calm for patients, staff and visitors alike.

Facilities and access

Walking
Walking

There are toilets in the hospital and plenty of places to eat, drink and shop in Larbert.

Car parking information

There is no charge to park in this car park. Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates.

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Getting here

Forth Valley Royal Hospital is on Stirling Road on the western edge of Larbert. It is well signposted from Junction 2 of the M876. There is on-street parking at Lochview, near Larbert Cross.

Using SatNav?

FK5 4WR is the nearest postcode.

Public transport

Local bus services stop within the grounds of Forth Valley Royal Hospital. The south east corner of Larbert Woods is a 15 minute walk from Larbert train station. Plan your journey at Traveline Scotland.

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Get in touch

Have a question or suggestion for improvement?

Email
enquiries.central@forestryandland.gov.scot
Phone
0300 067 6600 (option 1)
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Facilities and activities
Walking
Walking
Toilets
Toilets
Cycling
Cycling
All ability trails
All ability trails
Cafe or refreshments
Cafe or refreshments
Wildlife hide
Wildlife hide
Viewpoint
Viewpoint
Horse riding
Horse riding
Distance from 'Larbert Woods': 2.78 miles
Moss on tree

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Carron Valley

A landscape rich in wildlife and history

Facilities and activities
Walking
Walking
Toilets
Toilets
Mountain biking
Mountain biking
Parking (charge)
Parking (charge)
Viewpoint
Viewpoint
Picnic area
Picnic area
Distance from 'Larbert Woods': 4.99 miles
Two men (one with prosthetic leg) sit together chatting at picnic table, on woodland trail, Devilla Forest, near Kincardine

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Devilla

Watch for red squirrels scurrying through the pine

Facilities and activities
Walking
Walking
Parking icon
Parking
Picnic area
Picnic area
Distance from 'Larbert Woods': 5.14 miles
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