Visitors' experience to be improved at Wallace Monument in Elderslie

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The first part of works to enhance the grounds of the Wallace Monument in Elderslie to improve the visitor experience are now complete.The scheme – which represent a significant investment in the site by Renfrewshire Council – included improvements to the surrounding landscape, enhancements to biodiversity and repairs and updates to monument interpretation pillars, access steps and railings.The proposals to improve the setting of the monument were developed by the council in collaboration with local stakeholders, including Elderslie Community Council and The Wallace Society.The monument to Scotland’s national hero, William Wallace, was erected on the traditional site of his home in Elderslie to celebrate the Knight of Elderslie and Guardian of Scotland.The main aim of the project is to enhance the visitor experience of the site as a key tourist destination and aligns with Renfrewshire’s tourism plan.One of the main focus areas of the plan is to build on the area’s outdoor visitor experience and increase local and community tourism.Renfrewshire Live, the new free app dedicated to bringing you around the clock breaking news, is now available to download.Powered by the Paisley Daily Express, Renfrewshire Live is your go-to source for news, features and sport with live coverage provided direct to the app, seven days a week.The dedicated team of experienced journalists, responsible for the publication of the award-winning Express, will focus on breaking news, day and night, across Renfrewshire’s towns and villages.There is also a dedicated St Mirren section that will follow every kick of the ball with the Buddies. Available on both Android and Apple.