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Scotland’s Birthplace

Arbroath Harbour Championship

Glamis Castle

Welcome to Angus, with Explore Our History History is all around Angus, from the Standing Stones which provide a its breathtaking reminder that Angus was once the stronghold of the Picts, to Abbey, which played its part in ’s story when King Robert the Bruce scenery, fascinating signed the Declaration of Arbroath here in 1320. history, delicious food Discover the Great Outdoors and drink and never- Angus has miles of walking trails, stunning scenery, an abundance of wildlife and a huge range of on and off road trails for mountain bikers and cyclists. ending list of things to The stunning Angus Glens run deep into the foothills of the Cairngorms and feature several Munros with outstanding views and a wealth of walking see and do. opportunities.

Play a Round of Golf Golf has been played in this part of Scotland for over 450 years. Follow in the footsteps of the golfing greats with a round on one of the many courses, all within a 40 minute drive of the famous Carnoustie Championship Course. To find out more, visit www.carnoustiecountry.com.

Enjoy a Taste of Angus From local beef to freshly caught seafood, and juicy berries to vodka, gin and whisky, you’ll find it all in Angus. The area is renowned for providing fresh, seasonal, local produce - including Arbroath Smokies, Bridies, www.visitangus.com Aberdeen Angus beef, artisan ales and award-winning vodka and gin! Things to See and Do

Angus is the perfect Visit a Castle Castle with its sweeping, tree-lined drive, secret rooms and ghostly easy-to-reach residents is one of the jewels in Angus’s crown, while the ruins of Castle provide the perfect backdrop for tales of bravery and romance – but destination, with a these are only two of the many castles and historic houses to visit in the host of great events, county. things to do and Go to the beach places to go. Here From the breathtaking beauty of Lunan Bay to the hustle and bustle of Arbroath’s West Links, not to mention the great facilities at Montrose’s sandy are some reasons to beach and the stunning views across to Fife from the beaches at Carnoustie visit Angus… and Monifieth – beaches are an Angus speciality! Ride a Classic Steam Train Step aboard the Caledonian Railway’s historic locomotives which travel through the Angus countryside from Station to Bridge of Dun and back again. And for Thomas the Tank Engine fans, the famous locomotive will be hauling Caledonian Railway’s carriages during the summer months.

Caledonian Railway

JM Barrie’s Birthplace

View Magnificent Wildlife Enjoy stunning panoramic views Step Back in Time at the unique Montrose Basin Visit the birthplace of JM Barrie, creator of Peter Pan; see a replica Spitfire at Visitor Centre. Curlews, Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre, the UK’s first military airfield or oystercatchers and eider ducks explore the , a beautiful Georgian house overlooking are found in large numbers Montrose Basin. during the summer months and in the autumn pinkfooted and Get in touch with our Pictish past greylag geese arrive. You can see an impressive collection of Pictish and Mediaeval stones at the Meffan Museum and Museum, as well as some fine examples at and . Enjoy the tranquillity! Soak up the atmosphere as you walk through the unspoilt Angus Glens, enjoy the moorland colours and the scents of heather and grasses, and if you’re lucky you may even spot a golden eagle over Glen Doll.

Try something new Have a go at watersports, high ropes, fishing, wildlife spotting or conservation at one of Angus’s beautiful country parks – , Crombie and Forfar Loch.

Sing Along! Live music, gala performances, festivals featuring top bands and traditional music weekends… V&A . Photographed by Ross Fraser McLean The sound of music is never far away in Angus. A few musical highlights include Bonfest in and the Bell Rock Music Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds! Festival in Arbroath. Dundee and Angus are perfectly located to allow you to enjoy the Enjoy some Family Fun tranquillity of the countryside as well There’s something for all ages in Angus, with a host of excellent play as the best of vibrant city life. The parks for little ones, as well as skate parks, swimming pools and V&A Dundee, Scotland’s first design indoor activity centres with soft play areas. Or why not visit Murton museum is the only V&A museum in Farm, where children can meet friendly pigs, donkeys and ducks. the world outside London. It features permanent displays and changing Be a biker exhibitions showcasing the very best In July, the quiet streets of Brechin echo with the sound of hundreds of design from around the world, of Harley Davidson motorcycles as Harley fans ride out to within the breath-taking surroundings Aberlemno, home of the Davidsons of Harley Davidson before the of renowned architect Kengo Kuma’s family emigrated to America in the mid-19th century. first British building. For more information visit www.vandadundee.org

Harley Davidson In The City

Monikie Country Park Attractions in Angus

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To find out more about what to see and do, go to www.visitangus.com. Check out the What’s On section for information about the range of festivals, events, and great days out in Angus.