In pictures: 13 of the best walks around Falkirk

Falkirk’s fantastic path network has earned it a place on the shortlist for the UK’s Best Walking Neighbourhood, as nominated by The Ramblers.

The paths have been carefully developed over 20 years, using the remnants of Falkirk’s industrial past to forge an incredible network that has something to offer everyone; from short walks with children to hikes deep into the countryside, plus open views and hedgerows, coastal landscapes, and incredible history in town and country. No-one knows those paths better than Falkirk’s rangers, Lesley Sweeney and Fiona Wishart, so here they are sharing a few of their favourites to get you out and about.