About Alloa

Alloa is a town in Clackmannanshire, located in central Scotland, within the FK10 postcode area. It lies on the southern bank of the River Forth, opposite the town of Kinross, and is situated between the cities of Stirling and Dundee. The town has a long history as a centre for iron and steel production, with the former Alloa Steelworks being a significant part of its industrial past. Today, Alloa is a residential town with a mix of modern and traditional housing, and it serves as a local hub for shopping and services. The town is well connected by road and rail, with Alloa railway station providing regular services to Edinburgh and other nearby towns. The Alloa Tower, a 15th-century tower house, stands as a notable landmark and offers views of the surrounding area.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Stirling Train Station 5.4 miles
Bridge Of Allan Train Station 6.9 miles
Falkirk Grahamston Train Station 7.4 miles
Camelon Train Station 7.4 miles
Falkirk High Train Station 8.2 miles
Dunblane Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Local Government

District Clackmannanshire
Ward Clackmannanshire South
Constituency Ochil and South Perthshire

Notable & Famous People from Alloa 5 people

Alan Hansen
Association football player
Scottish association football player
Andrew Hardie, Baron Hardie
Judge
British judge (born 1946)
Andrew Norman Meldrum
Historian
British chemist (1876-1934)
David Wilson
Politician
administrator and diplomat from England (born 1935)
George Younger, 1st Viscount Younger of Leckie
Businessperson
British politician (1851-1929)