Outlander Filming Locations Around Falkirk: Step Into Jamie and Claire’s Scotland
Fans of Outlander don’t need to travel far from Edinburgh to experience some of the show’s most memorable filming locations. The Falkirk area is home to several sites that appeared throughout the series, from grand country estates to historic railways and atmospheric graveyards. Whether you’re following in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire or simply exploring central Scotland, these locations are well worth adding to your itinerary.
Dunmore Park House
Hidden within the Dunmore Estate near Airth, Dunmore Park House is one of Scotland’s most striking abandoned mansions. Although now a romantic ruin, its elegant architecture made it an ideal filming location for Outlander.
The house was used in Season 2 as Bellhurst Manor, the lavish home of the Duke of Sandringham. While many interior scenes were filmed elsewhere, Dunmore Park House provided the impressive exterior seen as Claire and Jamie arrive at the Duke’s estate. The grand façade perfectly captured the wealth and status of one of the series’ most memorable villains.
Originally built in the early 19th century, the mansion later fell into disrepair after the estate was abandoned. Today, although the house isn’t generally open to the public, it remains a fascinating stop for photography enthusiasts and Outlander fans exploring the surrounding area.
Graveyard Scene at Gray Buchanan Park
A quieter but equally recognisable filming location can be found at Gray Buchanan Park in Polmont. The park’s historic graveyard featured in Season 2 during one of the show’s darker moments.
The atmospheric setting was transformed into part of the grounds surrounding Bellhurst Manor, where Claire and Murtagh uncover shocking events linked to the Duke of Sandringham. The centuries-old gravestones and mature trees provided exactly the haunting backdrop the production team was looking for.
Although visitors won’t find television sets or filming markers today, the peaceful surroundings make it easy to imagine the dramatic scenes that unfolded here. It’s a hidden gem that many visitors overlook when touring Scotland’s Outlander locations.
Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway
Perhaps the best-known filming location in the Falkirk area is the Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway, which has appeared in multiple seasons of Outlander.
The beautifully preserved heritage railway became a stand-in for several 1940s railway stations throughout the series. Most notably, it featured in Season 1 when Claire first travels through Scotland after leaving Frank, and again in Season 2, when Claire and Jamie return from France. It also appeared in Season 4, representing stations in both Scotland and England during scenes involving Brianna and Roger.
The authentic Victorian station buildings, vintage steam trains and traditional platforms required very little alteration by the production team, making the railway one of the show’s most versatile filming locations.
Today, visitors can ride heritage steam and diesel trains, explore the railway museum and even stand on the very platforms where many Outlander scenes were filmed.
Callendar House in Outlander
Although many Scottish locations appear throughout Outlander, Callendar House features in Season 2, Episode 11, “Vengeance Is Mine.” The production team used the house to portray part of Bellhurst Manor, the country estate of the scheming Duke of Sandringham.
The most recognisable filming location inside the house is the magnificent 1825 Georgian Kitchen. Unlike many historic kitchens that are simply displays, this one is fully restored with authentic period cooking equipment, open fireplaces, copper pots and traditional baking ovens. Its atmospheric appearance made it the perfect setting for one of Outlander’s most memorable scenes.
Fans will instantly recognise the kitchen as the location where Claire Fraser confronts the Duke of Sandringham. Unlike some of the larger filming locations used across multiple seasons, Callendar House appears only briefly in the series. However, the authenticity of its Georgian interiors meant very little dressing was required, allowing the historic kitchen to shine almost exactly as visitors can see it today.
Blackness Castle
Perched dramatically on the shores of the Firth of Forth, Blackness Castle is one of Scotland’s most recognisable fortresses. Built in the 1440s by Sir George Crichton, the castle later served as a royal stronghold, prison and military garrison. Its unusual shape, stretching out into the water like the bow of a ship, has earned it the nickname “the ship that never sailed.”
For Outlander fans, Blackness Castle is instantly recognisable as Fort William, the headquarters of the ruthless Captain Jonathan “Black Jack” Randall. The castle appears throughout Season 1, most notably during the harrowing flashback scenes in which Jamie Fraser is brutally flogged by Randall. Its courtyard, gatehouse and imposing stone walls create the grim military setting that plays such an important role in Jamie’s story.
Today, visitors can walk through the same courtyard, climb the battlements and enjoy spectacular views across the Firth of Forth.
Battle Scenes at Muiravonside Country Park
Just a short drive from Falkirk lies Muiravonside Country Park, a peaceful woodland and countryside park that played host to one of Outlander’s largest battle sequences.
The park was transformed into the Battle of Prestonpans in Season 2, Episode 10, “Prestonpans.” Here, Jamie Fraser leads the Jacobite forces into one of their most famous victories over the British Army. The park’s open fields and woodland provided the perfect setting for the dramatic charge, while other areas doubled as the British encampment before the battle.
The production team also used parts of the park to represent stretches of the English countryside, demonstrating just how versatile the landscape is. Despite the intense action seen on screen, visitors today will find peaceful walking trails, riverside paths, picnic areas and abundant wildlife.
