Brick model trail is sure to be magical Dragons, wizards and jesters are visiting theThistles
A fantasy trail featuring life-sized plastic brick models of dragons, castles, wizards and princesses arrives in Stirling today (Friday).
Go Forth Stirling BID has brought Bricklive’s Fantasy Kingdom tour - a toy brick trail of swords and sorcery – to the city centre to entertain residents and visitors during the October half-term break and beyond.
The free adventure trail, which runs until Sunday October 24, features a host of characters, including Princess Orra and the huge, fire-breathing green dragon Tarygon which will take pride of place in the Thistles.
The shopping centre is partnering with Go Forth on the initiative.
More life-sized models – such as Abbra the Wizard, Sir Barriston the Knight, Chester the Jester – can be found by following the Trail around the city centre and visiting Stirling’s retailers including Stirling Gin, Archies Pet Shop, TJs Restaurant and CR Cycles.
There are more than 40 brick sculptures making up the medieval fantasy land to discover at 20 different locations around Stirling.
Go Forth Stirling project director Danielle McRorie-Smith said: “The October school holidays are fast approaching and we’re delighted to offer the city this breathtaking event free of charge.
“It’s also a great opportunity for people to see what Stirling has to offer and to visit some of our wonderful independent shops and cafes as they follow the Bricklive Fantasy Kingdom Trail around the city.”
Thistles centre director Gary Turnbull said: “We are thrilled to welcome the amazing sculptures from Bricklive’s fantastic Fantasy Kingdom this October and encourage everyone to come down and get their selfies with the Green Dragon and on the Royal Throne.”
The Trail is free but anyone wishing to take part should order their tickets and map in advance at www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ bricklive-stirling-fantasy-kingdomtickets-172877440077
The map details the venues for the brick figures so families can follow the clues.
Participants can upload an image of themselves on the trail and use the hashtag #BrickLiveStirling to enter a prize draw to win £300 worth of Harry Potter Lego, courtesy of Go Forth and the Thistles, with the winner randomly selected on Monday October 25.
For more details visit www.goforthstirling. co.uk