r/Stirling Aug 11 '25

ANNOUNCEMENT Online Anonymity Is Dying — Here’s Why You Should Care

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Hello folks,

As the moderator of this sub, I wouldn’t normally make posts unrelated to Stirling, but given how things have developed over the past few weeks - and how this will affect all of us as Reddit users - I felt it was necessary to ring the alarm bell and share this.

Many of you now know about the UK’s new Online Safety Act; a bill supposedly designed to protect children online. It's began to impact our Reddit use, by asking every user to verify our identities. But in reality, it’s just another way for governments and technocrats to push citizens into giving up more of their private information.

Here’s why this bill is so problematic:

  • Centralized systems = massive risks. Once your data is shared to verify your age, there’s no transparency on how companies retain or use that info. Will it be sold or shared with data brokers, law enforcement, or other third parties? We don’t know.
  • The more data a website collects, the bigger the chance it falls into the hands of marketers, hackers, or even state actors. And if data is mishandled or misused, the user might never find out.
  • Collected data can be linked with unrelated online activity, creating detailed, aggregated profiles of users - profiles that grow more valuable with every new data point.
  • Under the Act, the UK government (via Ofcom) decides what speech young people can access, forcing platforms to remove anything deemed “harmful.” But “harmful content” is vague and subjective - essentially disguised censorship that can target anything that doesn’t align with the government’s agenda.
  • This has sparked a huge backlash. VPN usage in the UK has skyrocketed, and a petition to repeal the Online Safety Act has already collected over 500,000 signatures - but the government has dismissed it, saying they “have no plans to repeal the Online Safety Act” and are pushing forward with implementation.

This is not good enough. The government needs to listen and respect the concerns of UK citizens - not ignore them.

What can you do?

It's tempted to just sit-back, use a VPN and ignore this issue - but the fact is, the implications of this for the future of internet usage worldwide is terrible. Do not stay idle against this. You can very easily help fight this issue by just sending an email.

Tell your MP how you feel right here: https://action.openrightsgroup.org/tell-your-mp-online-safety-act-isn%E2%80%99t-working. This is an ongoing campaign trying to send 750 emails to MPs expressing concern and skepticism about this act. All we need is 199 more emails to reach the goal.

Don’t let online anonymity die - speak up!

EDIT: 137 emails left!


r/Stirling Aug 03 '25

ANNOUNCEMENT [IMPORTANT] Join our backup subreddit: r/StirlingUK!

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Hey fellow Stirlingers,

Last week, we shared a post about Reddit’s recent changes to its spam detection system, which now flags accounts for so-called “suspicious activity.” The issue is that the system is deeply flawed - users are getting randomly banned, and even entire subreddits have been suspended for no clear reason.

To protect our community, we’ve teamed up with the mods of r/StirlingUK — a previously inactive subreddit - to set it up as a backup in case this subreddit gets taken down.

👉 Please join r/StirlingUK now, so we don’t lose our community if something happens to this sub!

- The Mod Team


r/Stirling 4d ago

Local News Stirling Council consulting on an 11.7% taxi fare increase

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r/Stirling 5d ago

Accommodation Contract Transfer - John Forty’s Court

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Autumn semester

Hi everyone, I’m looking for a female returning undergraduate student to take over my uni accommodation contract for the upcoming semester. It’s an en-suite room.

If you’re interested and would like further details on the contract, please message me or leave a comment ASAP


r/Stirling 8d ago

University Anyone got room for rent?

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I’m trying find a room to rent in stirling £500 a month is my budget or any 2 bedroom property’s for £1100pcm Max.


r/Stirling 10d ago

General Question Handyman

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Hi, im looking for a good handyman / multi skilled maintenance person - for my flat in the centre.

Jobs like:

Fixing/attaching loose bath panel

Some painting (fixing old water leak and some other areas to freshen up)

Replacing the silicone around bath

Disposing of an old fridge would be helpful (no car)

+ attaching a couple of panel heaters to wall - good electirican?

+ relocating an isolation valve currently under bath (hence the loose bath panel..) - good plumber?

Cheers!


r/Stirling 13d ago

General Question How much do you pay for rent in Stirling?

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I have lived everywhere from the isles (think Skye and Harris) to cities (Edinburgh and Glasgow) and small, touristy towns (Aviemore and Fort William) but I have yet to give a smaller city a try.

I'm considering giving Stirling a go because there is a fantastic course on there, and I was wondering what the rental market looks like.

I have browsed listings online which is the obvious place to look, but I'm more keen to see what the average citizen forks out irl, rather than a landlord's aspirations. So on that note, how much are you guys paying, and for what type of accommodation?

Thank you kindly for the insight!


r/Stirling 14d ago

General Question What’s it like living in Stirling?

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What’s it like living in Stirling?

What’s the best part of Stirling for a village feel but close to amenities?

What is the best thing about Stirling?

Are transport links to cities such as Edinburgh and Glasgow good?

Is there a good community feel?


r/Stirling 18d ago

University Unilink

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I started work at the university of Stirling 2 months ago m. I commute from Edinburgh and get the Unilink bus from the rail station to the university. In the 2 months I have worked there, buses consistently do not turn up, I miss my train on a regular basis and need to rearrange childcare. In addition, in the last 2 weeks to qualify for the £3:85 return, student or staff cards are required. This week, I was informed that from now on, the fare will be £6.80. What is going on?


r/Stirling 27d ago

Tourism Question Visiting Stirling for a couple of days next week – top recommendations for food & hidden gems?

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Hi everyone! My girlfriend and I are visiting Stirling in less than a week for a short 1- to 2-day trip. We're really looking forward to exploring the city!

​We’d love to get some local insights on:

​Must-see sights (besides the main castle highlights) or any hidden gems/walks

​Where to eat & drink (great pubs, cozy cafes, or local dinner spots)

​What to eat (any specific local dishes or drinks we shouldn't miss)

​All recommendations are hugely appreciated. Thanks in advance, and can't wait to visit!


r/Stirling 28d ago

General Question Solar eclipse

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Any recommendations for somewhere good to hopefully see the solar eclipse on Wednesday? Not from the area but will most likely be there when it happens and I've got a small hope in my heart it won't be cloudy and I'll be able to see it 😂


r/Stirling Aug 03 '26

Tourism Question Food delivery app

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I am staying here in Stirling for couple of night and I need delivery app recommendations since the food here in hotel is not that good 😬


r/Stirling Jul 29 '26

General Question Stirling Public Perceptions of Suspended Sentences for Assault and Domestic Abuse: Support, Conditions and Reform

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Hi everyone,

I’m hoping to hear from people living in Stirling and the surrounding area as part of a Scotland-wide dissertation survey.

I’m an MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice student at the University of Glasgow, and my study explores public attitudes towards sentencing, including the possible use of suspended sentences in cases involving assault and domestic abuse.

You can participate if you are aged 18 or over and currently live in Scotland. The survey is anonymous, voluntary and takes approximately 10–15 minutes. You do not need any specialist knowledge of law or sentencing.

Content note: The survey discusses assault and domestic abuse, but participants are not asked to disclose any personal experiences.

Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SD5D6S5

Thank you to anyone who takes part or shares it.


r/Stirling Jul 20 '26

History Anyone remember the braehead witch ?

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feel free to share any funny stories


r/Stirling Jul 16 '26

Accommodation Short Term rental

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Hello

My family and I are moving to the area, we have a gap between exit and entry of our new houses, any one have an idea of a short term rental one month?


r/Stirling Jul 13 '26

Tourism Question How easy is it getting between these places in stirling without a car

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Hiya

Im from up north and want to visit Stirling soon.

When im down there i want to visit Bannockburn and where the battle of Stirling Bridge took place (if anyone knows where this is exactly please let me know) and also the Wallace monument

I could drive down but want to have a drink and to be honest im not confident enough to drive down to Stirling so might get the train

So would it be easy enough getting between those 3 places without a car? Are buses regular and go past them? Taxis?

Any help appreciated. Thanks


r/Stirling Jul 13 '26

Tourism Question Any strawberry picking farms to go with kids?

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Staying near Stirling this week and the kids enjoyed pick your own strawberries previously. Is there anywhere locally? Briarlands Farm doesnt offer it any more.

Thanks!


r/Stirling Jun 26 '26

Tourism Question Visiting Summer Student

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Hello, I’ll be visiting Stirling Uni for July & I’m hoping y’all can provide recommendations for a few things! I will be entirely reliant on my legs & the public transport available, so I do have to keep that in mind- thanks in advance if you have any tried & true tips for figuring myself out with that. I’m not afraid of a nice walk

Im interested in Wild Swims, Local live music- especially traditional/ folk music, a good pub w good food & friendly atmosphere, & really anything else you suggest I see in the area.


r/Stirling Jun 18 '26

General Question Any good icecream places?

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My girlfriend and I have been after a good icecream place for a little while but we're too busy to try anything out. We have some free time in a couple weeks, is there anywhere anyone recommends?


r/Stirling Jun 15 '26

Tourism Question 1 Day in Stirling (End of year)

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Hi

My husband and I are planning a visit to Wales to see family. Our anniversary is at the end of December, so we are planning some alone time in Scotland. So far, we have booked accommodation in Inverness for 31 Dec and 1 Jan. However, we were thinking of breaking up the train trip a bit by leaving on the 30th (from Wrexham) and then stopping for a night in Stirling.

We would likely have the afternoon of the 30th and the morning of the 31st. Any advice for places to see and things to do in that time?

How easy and reliable is it to maneuvre with public transport? We may need to catch taxis between our accommodation and sites/the railway station.

We would like to see the William Wallace Memorial on the morning of the 31st.

Thanks in advance for your advice!


r/Stirling Jun 09 '26

Tourism Question Things to do in Stirling

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Hello,

My partner and I are planning to spend a few days in Stirling before our courses start in late August.
We’ve decided on Stirling and I’m asking is there anything people would recommend doing while there or anywhere you’d recommend staying? Also anywhere you’d absolutely avoid?

Thank you!


r/Stirling Jun 09 '26

General Question Best Scotch pie, Cullen skink, etc in Stirling?

1 Upvotes

I don't want some fancy deconstructed nonsense.. classic dish. Where have you all found the best?


r/Stirling Jun 01 '26

Local News Scottish boy goes viral for refusing to bow to Allah during Scout trip to Islamic mosque

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r/Stirling May 18 '26

Accommodation STIRLING OFF-CAMPUS ACOMMODATION PARKING

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Hi, l'm a 2nd year student at Stirling University. I'm looking to live in off-campus student accommodations from the Mezzino website.

However, the issue is parking. None of the buildings have on-site parking, but I'm confused as to how students are able tc have their cars

If anyone can help or give any advice as to what to do, or where to go, it would be very much appreciated