The Helix

We use a wheelchair and the wide flat paths are excellent. Several different paths so you don't have to take the same route every time you go. The Helix connects with the Kelpies so how much you do and how far you go can be varied. Car parking is good, especially now the first car park has a better surface, but not enough disabled spaces. Accessible Toilets and cafes at the Lagoon and at the Kelpies visitor centre (although the cafe at the Lagoon is seasonal opening). Only 2 real downsides for us: 1) access to the canal towpath is really steep and whilst just about possible with a lot of huffing and puffing by the pusher, it's not really that accessible which is a real shame as the canal path itself is great; 2) no chance to hire a mobility scooter which would be a real bonus. Very dog friendly.

A perfecctly flat site with wide paths make it a perfecct place to go with a family. It's great to be able to walk 4 abreast and have a conversation rather than in single file. There is an accessible cafe and toiilets and a great park for the kids. There's eaven a wide see-saw which you can go over on a mobility scooter if you want to join in!

This is a fantastic open space in Falkirk, not too far from Grangemouth. The Helix is made up of three main parts and includes the famous Kelpie sculptures (massive water horses). The access into and around this park is great, as all the paths are smooth surfaced and are wide enough to let a truck through (which is exactly what they are used for when there are deliveries or waste removal).