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long the east coast of Scotland, where the sun sparkles off the water, you’ll find two of Scotland’s most intriguing spots: the bustling city of Dundee and the historic town of St Andrews. Very different at first glance, yet both packed with attractions, entertainment and culture. If you’re heading along the coast then it’s well worth trying to fit them both into your visit.
St Andrews is known as the city of golf, and with the world-famous Royal and Ancient Golf Club and the stunning links course, there’s no doubt that golf lovers will find their spiritual home here. However, there’s so much more to St Andrews than golf alone, with a rich history of culture, arts and education, as well a quaint town centre with a range of quirky, independent shops and high quality cafes and restaurants.
The historic university is one of the jewels of the town. Its beautiful campus buildings are spread throughout the centre, many open to the public, and through the academic year the huge influx of students give a vigour and international atmosphere to the town. History lovers are spoilt for choice, with the stunning ruin of St Andrews Castle balanced on a rocky outcrop overlooking the sea, while the graceful arches of St Andrews Cathedral provide astonishing foundations to explore.
The Kingdom of Fife in which St Andrews resides is so-called for good reason. With its lush countryside, clean beaches and quaint fishing villages, this regal land attracts visitors from far and wide. In the Royal Burgh of St Andrews, some of the world’s greatest golf courses are flanked by hotels and restaurants that epitomise great Scottish hospitality. Alternatively, take a trip through the East Neuk and sample locally-caught crab, mackerel and lobster that’s as fresh as it gets.
Just a short trip up the coast, and set on the Tay estuary, Dundee is Scotland’s sunniest city, and the outlook is definitely bright here. From boats bobbing gently in Broughty Ferry Harbour to busy bars, fresh seafood restaurants, family attractions and quaint cafes, there’s plenty to do and see in the City of Discovery.
There’s a plethora of cultural treats to check out, including the Discovery Point Antarctic Museum, Verdant Works, and the long awaited V&A Design Museum, opening this year. If you like your history a little more medieval, then Broughty Castle at the mouth of the river Tay offers a fascinating insight into the life and times of Broughty Ferry, while the stunning 14th century Glamis Castle is close enough for an easy drive out. When the sun goes down, the culture doesn’t stop, with the Dundee Repertory Theatre home to world-class acting companies.
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Shopping in Dundee is always a pleasure, with two major shopping centres – the Overgate and Wellgate – plus numerous high street retailers and several streets lined with specialist shops. With farmers’ and continental markets frequently coming to the city, there’s always something happening. Flick through the pages of this guide and you’ll be furnished with the sort of knowledge that would otherwise take years to accrue. Even if you were born and raised around Dundee and St Andrews, there’s sure to be a few gems you’ve heard great things about but have yet to investigate. Perhaps it’s time to take a closer look.
Whether you’re visiting for business, pleasure or a little bit of both, keep this publication close at hand. From gastro-pubs to golf courses, The Entertainment Guide contains everything you need to get the very best out of Dundee and St Andrews.
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Name Tel Web Page Arbroath Abbey 01241 878756 www.historicenvironment.scot 22 British Golf Museum 01334 460046 www.britishgolfmuseum.co.uk 21 Broughty Castle 01382 436916 www.leisureandculturedundee.com Caird Park Golf Club 01382 307487 www.dundeecity.gov.uk/golf Camperdown Wildlife 01382 431811 www.camperdownwildlifecentre.com Claypotts Castle 01786 450000 www.visitscotland.com 13 Cooper Gallery 01382 388017 www.dundee.ac.uk Craigtoun Country Park 01334 472013 www.friendsofcraigtoun.org.uk 10 Discovery Point 01382 309060 www.rrsdiscovery.com Dundee Airport 01382 662200 www.hial.co.uk 24 Dundee Botanic Garden 01382 381190 www.dundee.ac.uk/botanic 17 Dundee Central Library 01382 431500 www.leisureandculturedundee.com Dundee Museum of Transport 01382 455196 www.dmoft.co.uk Eden Mill 01334 834038 www.edenmill.com 12 Fraser Gallery 01334 479647 www.frasergallery.co.uk 18 Glamis Castle 01307 840393 www.glamis-castle.co.uk 16 HM Frigate Unicorn 01382 200900 www.frigateunicorn.org 20 Kingsbarns Distillery 01333 451300 www.kingsbarnsdistillery.com 11 Mills Observatory 01382 435967 www.leisureandculturedundee.com Monikie Country Park 01382 370202 www.monikie.org.uk Perth Museum & Art Gallery 01738 632488 www.culturepk.org.uk 23 RRS Discovery 01382 309060 www.rrsdiscovery.com Scotland's Secret Bunker 01333 310301 www.secretbunker.co.uk 25 St Andrews Aquarium 01334 474786 www.standrewsaquarium.co.uk 19 St Andrews Botanic Garden 01334 476452 www.st-andrews.ac.uk St Andrews Castle 01334 477196 www.historicenvironment.scot 18 Tatha Gallery 01382 690800 www.tathagallery.com 13 The McManus Gallery 01382 307200 www.leisureandculturedundee.com 22 V&A Dundee 01382 411611 www.vam.ac.uk/dundee 14 Verdant Works 01382 309060 www.verdantworks.com
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CRAIGTOUN COUNTRY PARK
Craigtoun Park is an idyllic green retreat that lies two miles outside the sleepy town of St Andrews. The park forms a natural haven where families can relax and enjoy a day away from it all. With a dedicated picnic area, you’ll want to bring a packed lunch. Take a woodland walk to work up an appetite, though the kids will likely be more interested in the well-equipped play area. During the summer, there’s also a miniature railway featuring the Puffin’ Billy road train as well as boat rides and crazy golf which can be enjoyed for a small fee. The park also has a Prospect Row, St Andrews, KY16 8NX small cafeteria and toilets with baby changing facilities. During 01334472013 the summer, the kids can enjoy [email protected] clambering about the play park as well as having a go on the bouncy castle and trampolines. Run primarily by voluntary staff, the park has a good-natured vibe; it’s a green space where everyone can unwind and savour an ice cream while lounging on the grass. Having recently been refurbished to a high standard, everything about the park – from the facilities to the gardens – has been given a welcome makeover. Dogs are allowed too, ensuring that every member of the family is made to feel welcome at friendsofcraigtoun.org.uk Craigtoun Park.
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KINGSBARNS DISTILLERY
At Kingsbarns Distillery, you can learn all about Scotland’s favourite tipple. Find out about the history of this newly renovated centre and enjoy a dram or two as part of the tasting experience. You can book a guided tour in advance or turn up on the day, with tours running frequently throughout the year. There are many to choose from, of varying lengths, with expert guides to lead the groups. If you’re a gin fan, why not sign up to the ‘Distil Your East Newhall Farm, Kingsbarns, Own Experience’ – a two- Fife, KY16 8QE and-a-half hour opportunity to create your own botanical 01333 451300 recipe, and learn more [email protected] about how to use a mini copper pot still. Afterwards, you can take home your very own gin as a memento of your time at the distillery. If you aren’t able to stay for a tour and browse the exhibition, why not pop into the shop where you can pick up gifts including flavoured whiskeys, glasses, hip www.kingsbarnsdistillery.com flasks, gift vouchers and even purchase some of Kingsbarns’ branded clothing.
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EDEN MILL
Eden Mill has become a household name in artisan gin creation. But it’s not only gin sold at this emporium; you can also purchase whisky, beer and cocktails, with roots in the clear waters of the Eden estuary. St Andrews is the home of Eden Mill products, now widespread as a trendy and sophisticated beverage supplier. Stop by the premises at Main Street to pick up a truly Scottish contemporary gift, or treat yourself to one of their beautifully presented bottles of gin, distilled with passion. Embark upon an Main Street, Guardbridge eye-opening tour and see St Andrews, KY16 0UU the hands-on process up close, as you learn about 01334 834038 how this distillery came [email protected] into being. Or fully immerse yourself by enrolling in the Blendworks Gin School Experience, which overlooks the iconic Old Course. Eden Mill ingredients include locally and ethically sourced botanicals, blended to create exciting, inspiring and innovative tastes. Every sip is carefully crafted, offering layers of complexity. Try some of the flavours for yourself at Eden Mill, www.edenmill.com and enjoy a true taste of Scotland in St Andrews.
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TATHA GALLERY
The Tatha Gallery was established in 2014 with the intention of changing lives through art. Here, the medium is accessible, fun and welcoming. The gallery’s creators Lindsay Bennett and Helen Glassford, display their passion and enthusiasm for Fine Art, bringing a combination of industry and business acumen to the venture . Discover The Newport, 1 High Street contemporary Scottish work, alongside paintings, Newport-On-Tay, DD6 8AB prints, sculpture and applied art. Return again and 01382 690800 again, with seasonal exhibitions and programmes [email protected] offering variety - just to browse, or to purchase a [email protected] piece. The space housing the gallery is bright and www.tathagallery.com light, with wooden floors, fantastic views. It comprises a large gallery and a small, triangular shaped one. Tatha has its own writer-in-residence, Rebecca Sharp, and a curation, hanging and art consultancy service, available to help you find the perfect piece. Gift vouchers can be purchased for the gallery and you can choose to use Tatha for your wedding list. CLAYPOTTS CASTLE
While Scotland certainly isn’t short of 16th century castles, Claypotts Castle has a charm and an air of mystery all of its own. Not only is it intact, which is in itself a rarity, but the tales that have accompanied this distinctive little castle through the centuries are as memorable as the edifice itself. Built by John Strachan in the late 1500s, the castle’s legends include having once homed a brownie – a mythical household spirit prone to Claypotts Castle helping out with the chores. Claypotts Castle’s allegedly left after getting upset by the workload Castle Wynd, Dundee, of a lazy kitchen maid. Visit the castle today and Angus, DD5 3JY you can inspect the tower house that’s scarcely 01786 450 000 changed from its earliest days. Having been inhabited for almost 500 years, the castle, which is free to visit, remains as scintillating today as when it was first constructed. Pay it a visit and prepare to fall in love. www.visitscotland.com
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1 Riverside Esplanade Dundee, DD1 4EZ 01382 411 611 www.vam.ac.uk/dundee
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Glamis Castle, Angus, DD8 1RJ 01307 840393 [email protected]
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University of Dundee Botanic Garden & Grounds Riverside Drive, Dundee, DD2 1QH 01382 381190 [email protected]
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DUNDEE UNIVERSITY BOTANIC GARDENS
Dundee Botanic Garden is an exquisite and blissful many beautiful plants. The gently sloping gardens bucolic retreat that’s maintained by the University lie close to the River Tay that bifurcates the city of of Dundee. A tranquil haven amidst the hustle and Dundee and, in addition to housing a collection of bustle of urban life, the gardens came to life in the tropical plants sourced from the furthest corners of early 70s, following decades of planning that had the globe, are stocked with a selection of indigenous hitherto come to nothing. The gardens are open British plants. Every year over 80,000 visitors pass daily from 10:30am - 4:30pm, closing at the slightly through the gardens, wandering its paths and earlier time of 3:30pm between November and picnicking on its ornate lawns before retreating to February. There’s a small admission fee, though the cafe and gift shop. Open seven days a week university students can get in for free. The botanic from 9am - 5pm, the cafe serves up light meals, gardens are prized for their extensive collection of hot drinks, homemade soups and cakes. The fine plants, along with mature conifers, hardwoods gardens also feature a plant nursery and play host and shrubs. There are also temperate glasshouses to art exhibitions and other events throughout the to explore, a water garden and an aromatic herb year. Dundee Botanic Garden is a popular spot for garden. Spanning 9.5 hectares, the gardens make weddings, corporate events and private parties, for a relaxing stroll that will restore your inner zen with the gardens providing a lush setting in which while granting you a new-found appreciation for up to 500 guests can savour a day to remember. the university’s work in collating and conserving so
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ST ANDREWS CASTLE
This historic ruin lies in a picturesque setting overlooking the water by Castle Sands. The 450-year-old castle dates back to medieval times and has been a fortress, prison and a bishop and archbishops’ palace during its long and colourful life. Now tourists can explore the fascinating site, including secret passages, a dungeon, a unique underground mine and a countermine. Learn St Andrews Castle more about the people, stories and events that The Scores, St Andrews took place here at the visitor centre, 50 metres Fife, KY16 9AR from the castle itself. Kids will particularly enjoy 01334 477196 discovering these pieces of Scottish history as they’re brought to life through dioramas and audio visual presentations. Parking, toilets and a gift shop are available on site and the site is open throughout the year (with the exception of Christmas and New Year), subject to weather www.historicenvironment.scot conditions. St Andrews Castle also hosts seasonal events, mainly during the school holidays. FRASER GALLERY
The privately owned Fraser Galley is over 150 years old and began life in Dundee. It relocated to the centre of St Andrews over a decade ago and is housed in the ground floor of a historic Scottish townhouse. The unique and highly respected gallery is owned and managed by Roderick and Louise Taylor (the fourth generation of the Fraser family), showcasing top contemporary artists mainly from Scotland, but also from further afield. In this intimate space you can explore the eclectic work of: Francis Boag, Jim Bond, Colin Brown, Pamela Scott McBride, Catriona Campbell, Ann Oram, Jackie Philip and many more. Browse the 53 South Street, St Andrews gallery while you’re in town, or plan to attend one Fife, KY16 9QR of the frequent special events or exhibitions, to 01334 479647 buy and discover new collections and emerging [email protected] artists. The Fraser Gallery welcomes visitors and is open seven days a week. Admission is free. www.frasergallery.co.uk
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ST ANDREWS AQUARIUM
St Andrews Aquarium boasts one of the finest coastal locations in the historic town. Step through our doors and be transported into an underwater world of adventure and discovery. Come face to face with some of the most beautiful, fascinating and dangerous creatures of the watery worlds. From sharks to seals, lobsters to lionfish, piranhas to penguins, and our elusive octopus (see if you can find where he is hiding). We also have a fabulous selection of reptiles including Iguanas, Chinese Water Dragons, Crocodiles and a selection of snakes. Outside of the The Scores, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 9AS water we have the fabulous 01334 474786 Meerkats, and our newest members of the family, two [email protected] common marmosets. We also have many different types of frogs, and our Leaf Cutter Ant colony are sure to keep you entertained. Get up close and personal with our daily interactive demonstrations which include penguin feeding at 2pm, a reptile and spider handling sessions at 11.20am and 2.20pm and an informative talk and feeding sessions with our family of meerkats at 12.20pm and 3.20pm. St Andrews Aquarium also offers www.standrewsaquarium.co.uk school trips and educational trips to pupils of all ages.
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HM FRIGATE UNICORN
HMS Unicorn, of 46 guns, was built for the Royal Navy and launched in 1824. She is now the World’s last intact warship from the days of sail, one of the six oldest ships in the world. Explore the 200-year old wooden warship as you learn what life was like for its brave crew. Permanently berthed in Dundee’s Victoria dock, this museum and visitor centre is easily accessible from the city centre, rail and bus stations HM Frigate Unicorn and by road. HMS Unicorn has Summer Hours (April – October): a truly fascinating and amazing Open Mon to Sun: 10am until 5pm (last entry 4:30pm) history and what better way to learn about it and about the Winter Hours (November – March) “Golden Age of Sail” than with Open Thurs to Sun: 12pm until 4pm (last entry 3:30pm) an educational and informative trip around this ancient vessel. South Victoria Dock Road Dundee has a strong and proud Victoria Dock, Dundee, DD1 3BP maritime tradition and here it is celebrated at this interactive Tel: 01382 200 900 attraction. Perfect for school [email protected] trips, holiday visits and as a venue to hire for your special event, Unicorn also plays host to many events throughout the year including festivals, fun days, workshops and talks. Whether you’re a Scottish history enthusiast, seafarer or just interested in local points of interest, HM Frigate Unicorn www.frigateunicorn.org makes for a fascinating day out.
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BRITISH GOLF MUSEUM
There’s no better place for The British Golf Museum to be sited than in the heart of the home of golf, St. Andrews. Just 67 yards from the famous Old Course itself, the museum houses imaginative exhibitions, activities and multimedia displays for lovers of golf to enjoy. You’ll discover over 500 years of golf history within its walls, ordered chronologically and thematically into each Home to Golf’s History section. Stroll through the Origins of Golf Gallery, where you’ll find out that golf was played even in the middle ages, and became the world famous game it is today. Indeed, the earliest written references date back to 1457, when King James II of Scotland decreed that Bruce Embankment, St Andrews archery should be practiced, Fife, KY16 9AB but golf and football banned. 01334 460046 Fast forward a few centuries and The Modern Golf Gallery [email protected] describes the unprecedented growth of the game from 1946 onwards. The Kids’ Section has a variety of activities to keep them entertained including photo opportunities and drawing facilities so they can adorn the walls with their creative interpretations. Great value for money, the museum www.britishgolfmuseum.co.uk offers a fun day out for golfers and non-golfers alike.
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ARBROATH ABBEY
A seminal building in Scottish history, Arbroath Abbey is where the nation swore its independence from English rule in 1320. The Declaration of Arbroath, delivered to the Pope, contained the immortal line “For, as long as but a hundred of us remain alive, never will we on any conditions be brought under English rule.” The abbey was founded by William the Lion in 1178 and played Arbroath Abbey a pivotal role in Scots history for the next 400 Abbey Street years. Visit the ruined abbey today and you can Arbroath, DD11 1EG still sense the grandeur of the place and get a 01241 878 756 feel for the historic events that took place within its walls. Major features include the Round O, a large circular window whose light was used to guide mariners safely home. The Stone of Destiny is intertwined with Arbroath Abbey, and you’ll discover more about its storied past during a day www.historicenvironment.scot trip to this iconic monument. THE MCMANUS GALLERY
Housed in a distinctive Gothic style building, The McManus comprises eight art galleries, laid out across two floors. From millions of years ago to the present day, the galleries are stocked with fascinating artifacts that recount the tale of Dundee’s rise, starting with the first settlers to make the east coast of Scotland their home. The McManus Gallery The industries that sprung up in the city are Albert Square, Meadowside, documented and celebrated too, with galleries Dundee, Angus, DD1 1DA devoted to such themes as Making of Modern Phone: 01382 307200 Dundee, 20th Century and Dundee and the www.leisureandculturedundee.com World. Major ancient exhibits include the Pictish Stones and a log boat that was recovered from the Tay. The McManus also boasts its share of international exhibits including Inuit artifacts, Buddhist art and Egyptian archeology. A visit to The McManus promises to broaden your mind and enhance your appreciation for Dundee’s impact upon the world.
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PERTH MUSEUM & ART GALLERY
Perth Museum & Art Gallery: Enjoy Perth’s Recognised Collection of National Significance which tells the story of the place of Perth, from ancient roots to modern Scots. Visit the 3,000 year old Carpow logboat, the carved Pictish cross from St Madoes, a wealth of wildlife in our natural history gallery, and fine art by artists such as John Everett Millais and JD Fergusson. Situated in Perth’s cultural centre with stunning views to the River Tay this Visit Scotland 4 star venue welcomes more than 80,000 visitors annually. Enjoy a wide and varied collection of more than ½ a million objects offering interesting and inspirational insights into Perth & Kinross’s rich history including; Costume, Social Perth Museum & Art Gallery WE ARE HOME TO COLLECTIONS THAT ARE History, Natural History, 78 George Street Fine Art, Sculpture and Perth PH1 5LB
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DUNDEE AIRPORT
Dundee Airport is the gateway to the City of Discovery. Only 20 minutes away from St Andrews, it’s the perfect place to touch down for a week of golf. Both CityJet and Flybe offer regular scheduled passenger flights, flying to destinations such as London, Belfast and Birmingham. You Dundee Airport (DDE) can even fly to Jersey in the Riverside summer months with Ramsay Dundee, DD2 1UH World Travel. The airport offers so much more than simply flights though, as the Telephone: 01382 662200 reputation of the local flying Fax: 01382 641263 school reflects. As one of the best in the area, it offers both private and commercial pilot license training, run by Tayside Aviation. A 30-minute trial lesson will only set you back £95, making it a fantastic present if there’s a budding pilot in your life. You can also book a 60-minute flight for two, making for a uniquely romantic experience. You can also arrange a helicopter tour for a special occasion, and take in the stunning scenery of the surrounding area. For Highlands and Islands those who’ve already picked Airports Limited, up their qualifications, the airport offers night flying [email protected] lessons and reasonable www.hial.co.uk hourly hire rates.
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SCOTLAND’S SECRET BUNKER
Scotland’s Secret Bunker isn’t really much of a secret these days, but for over 40 years this bunker was hidden beneath an unassuming Scottish farmhouse. 24,000 square feet of accommodation, equivalent to the size of two football pitches, was designed to create a home for the Government, had we been faced with Nuclear War. Today the site is a museum unlike any other, depicting how people would have lived in these levels almost 100 feet underground. There are various rooms containing exhibitions for you to observe, such as the RAF Operations rooms where you can view the command centre that almost was. A chapel, the bedrooms and even a BBC radio station are all created in the greatest detail, and there are Russian Troywood, St Andrews Anti-Aircrafts and military Fife, KY16 8QH vehicles to see outside. There’s also a restaurant 01333 310301 built into the original canteen, with a fully-equipped kitchen [email protected] that was supposed to feed www.secretbunker.co.uk 300 persons simultaneously. Finally, the bunker shop sells a myriad of related ephemera such as bullet key-rings, t-shirts, videos and books.
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THE CENTRAL
With its dark wood and leather upholstery, The Central is every bit a traditional pub. It’s the sort of place where the ale goes down easy and the home-cooked comfort food warms the stomach almost as effectively as the malt whisky. The Market Street pub, which lies the shortest of strolls from St Andrews University, is operated by respected THE CENTRAL British brand Taylor Walker. 77 Market Street, St Andrews Under their stewardship, Fife, KY16 9NU the bar has retained all of its original character whilst 01334 478296 being tastefully updated to meet the demands of the modern drinker. One thing’s for sure; The Central ain’t no gastropub, but then it doesn’t need to be. In a world of identikit faux industrial chic bars, it’s refreshing to enter this time-served Scottish bar and encounter hand-battered fish and chips and generous portions of pie and mash. This is simple food, expertly done. Pull up a seat at the bar, order a 1730 ale and savour a proper pub where there are no airs and graces to be found; just a genuinely warm welcome and all the time in the world to linger over a pint www.belhavenpubs.co.uk/ or three. pubs/fife/central-bar/
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NORTH POINT CAFE
The North Point Cafe has an impressive claim to fame: it’s said to be the cafe in which the future King of England met his wife, Catherine Middleton, over coffee. Since then, North Point Cafe has become a popular spot for visiting 24 North Street, St Andrews, KY16 9AQ monarchists, tourists and locals alike. Enjoy 01334 473997 a healthy breakfast of traditional porridge, or an indulgent fry-up for breakfast. Relax over Facebook/northpointcafe a freshly-brewed cuppa and read the papers, treat yourself to home-baked scones and jam for afternoon tea, or pop in for lunch. Just be sure to arrive early as tables go fast, particularly in high season. The decor, meanwhile, is cosy and contemporary, decorated in blues and white with wooden tables and chairs and a smart red painted exterior. But if you don’t have time to stay, you can swing by and pick up a takeaway to enjoy at your desk or on the nearby seafront.
THE WINE PRESS
Dundee’s waterfront has seen extensive development over recent years and has become a popular go-to area for young professionals and foodies. One such hotspot in The Wine Press. With over 140 years of experience in the field, it serves beverages from across the world, as well as a delicious menu full of locally-sourced produce. The food is ideal for sharing, with meat and cheese platters, pica pica (small tapas style dishes), as well as pates, salads and freshly 16 Shore Terrace, Dundee, DD1 3DN baked treats. The range of fine wines is extensive and exotic, covering the range of white, red, rose, 01382 204444 www.thewinepressbar.co.uk sparkling and high-end champagnes. Plus there are Scottish cask ales, beers, spirits, summery sangria and a cocktail menu featuring stalwart favourites plus more unusual creations. Here you can also sample a variety of the premium wines using the Enomatic wine machine, which allows you to dispense your own vino.
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PORTERS BAR
Porters Bar and Restaurant can be found at City Quay and provides a variety of eating and drinking options. Dine on everything from salt- aged steaks and fine fresh seafood to hearty Italian cuisine. Or of you prefer a lighter bite, or something to accompany drinks with friends, City Quay, Camperdown Street peruse the range of Mediterranean and Scottish Dundee, DD1 3JA small plates, perfect for sharing. The produce is 01382 225 139 locally sourced, as are many of the spirits, ales [email protected] and beers, and the venue boasts an enormous selection of artisan gins. Sip on a beautifully presented cocktail in the funky bar area, enjoy live acoustic performances with a dram or two, or enjoy a romantic and intimate date tucked away at a booth table. There’s a programme of regular events too, including gin tasting sessions, steak nights, pizza nights, Sunday roasts, Christmas www.portersbar-restaurant.com party nights and afternoon teas. NARDINI
It’s always worth knowing where to go for great ice cream when enjoying a day by the seaside. When in St Andrews, pay the Italian cafe Nardini’s a visit, for snacks, indulgent iced treats, coffees and larger lunches too. The vibrant ice cream parlour is a stone’s throw from the Byre Theatre, with sports decor and furnishing reminiscent of the 1920s. It’s a simple and sophisticated Art Deco style that exudes retro glamour, as well as being relaxed and casual. It is the gelaterie that’s the star of the show here, with sumptuous creations served in traditional ice cream glasses, as well as jam jar styled mugs. Cream, sauces and embellishments are piled high, making these ice creams and milkshakes look almost too good to eat. Kids and families will especially enjoy the 157-159 SOUTH STREET, ST ANDREWS, KY16 9UP convenience and refreshments that Nardini’s has Tel: 01334 800519 to offer those of all ages.
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NICOLL’S BAR AND RESTAURANT
Nicolls is a welcome new addition to Dundee’s dining scene. The trendy bar and restaurant is situated on Commercial Street inside a cavernous old building that’s been beautifully restored. High ceilings, ornate cornices, high windows and stout columns give Nicolls an air of sophistication, enhanced by the wooden furnishings and clean white walls. Carpets are plush and thick, while the rest rooms are spotless and spacious. DC Thomson characters adorn the walls of the bar as a nod to Dundee’s heritage. It’s clear that a lot of thought has gone into designing every last aspect of this lounge and restaurant. Nicolls serves breakfast, lunch and dinner all through the week, with the bar filling up quickly 85-87 Commercial Street on weekends. Booking’s not essential but is advised; by Dundee, DD1 2AB suppertime, tables can be at a premium as the restaurant fills Tel: 01382 202865 up with professionals spilling www.nicollsbarandrestaurant.co.uk out of the adjacent offices. The menu consists of hearty pub favourites including steak pie, scampi and Louisiana chicken. Portions are generous and service is prompt. Fajitas are a speciality, while the macaroni cheese is as satisfying as it is simple. Nicolls is a historic building that’s now enjoying a new lease of life.
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THE BRAES
Sample Text Braes Bar is a contemporary Dundee pub that does the simple things well. The food’s good, the atmosphere is lively and the service is friendly. There’s live sports on the big screen, fresh coffee and free wifi. Step inside on a weekend and you’ll find a mixed crowd made up of university students and young professionals. During the daytime, families are also prone to stopping by 14/18 Perth Road, Dundee, DD1 4LN for a hearty meal and a few drinks. An eclectic Tel: 01382 226344 menu includes wraps, burgers and hotdogs. Email: [email protected] There are also healthy eating options that come in at under 500 calories. Pub-goers cannot live on food alone however, no matter how appetising. The usual selection of beers, wines and spirits is complemented by fine ales, guest stouts and dark porters. Cocktails are synonymous with the Dundee bar, whose Cocktail Club members can enjoy discounted mojitos, bellinis and much more www.braesdundee.co.uk from Wednesday through Friday. BOUDOIR BAR & COFFEE HOUSE
The Boudoir Cafe & Bar is located at the top of South Tay Street, and styles itself as a boutique bar – meaning it specialises equally in coffee and cocktails. Whatever your tipple, duck into the cafe/bar for a refreshment at any hour of the day, and the staff will make you feel welcome. Moreover, you’ll have no trouble finding a cocktail you like – the menu takes some time to read due to its sheer scope. After you have assimilated what may be Dundee’s largest cocktail catalogue, soak up the laid-back vibe and enjoy music. Boudoir is a very chilled-out place, but one that switches things up on special evenings. During the week, there are a number of drinks specials to take advantage of, including 1 Temple Lane, two cocktails for £8. Whatever you’re necking, if Dundee, DD14HA you enjoy the ambiance of Boudoir, book an area and bring your friends along. 01382 225968
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ST. ANDREWS BREWING COMPANY
If you love great food and great craft beer in relaxed, trendy surroundings, then a trip to one of St Andrews Brewing Company’s premises won’t disappoint. With ethics grounded in quality, locally sourced produce, artisan produce and Scottish heritage, it’s no wonder this brewery’s range of beers and gins is award winning. Here you can buy gifts, catch up with friends over a bevvy or two, enjoy a tasty bite to eat, or even just relax with a coffee. The company brewed 119 North Street, St Andrews, KY16 9AD their first beer as recently as 2012 and opened their 01334 478 479 first premises in 2013. St [email protected] Andrews Brewing Company’s venues are proud to be family-friendly, down to earth 177 South Street, St Andrews, KY16 9EE gathering places that can be enjoyed by those of all ages. 01334 471111 Choose from eighteen taps [email protected] of beers and ciders, over 30 rare malts, more than 30 gins and countless more bottled beers. Open from 11am till midnight every single day, St Andrews Brewing Company serves up lunch, dinner and snacks, as well as hosting many functions as a versatile www.standrewsbrewingcompany.com events venue.
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BREWDOG
The BrewDog empire has been steadily growing, and by 2014 the popular craft brewer had arrived in the Royal Exchange Building on Panmure Street. BrewDog Dundee is one of a growing number of its kind in the UK; while their pubs offer a hip industrial chic style decor, it isn’t just the ambiance that has drinkers flocking in their droves, for the quality beer is a taste sensation. Here at BrewDog Dundee you can choose from a selection DUNDEE of unique beers from many brands including the namesake brewer. You’ll find as many as 30 beers on tap such as Mikkeller, Flying Dog, Evil Twin and Matt Hatter. The large listings above the bar show you what brews are available, as well as providing extra information about their alcohol content and country of origin. So take your pick Ground Floor, Chamber Building then sit back, relax or catch up with mates. This has been Panmure Street, Dundee, DD1 1ED named a ‘key bolt hole for the craft beer revolution’ by 01382 221738 BrewDog co-founder James [email protected] Watt, and with the great vibe and fantastic selection of craft beer on offer, you won’t want www.brewdog.com to leave BrewDog Dundee. www.theentertainmentguide.co.uk 35 Dundee & St Andrews 2020/21
CLUB TROPICANA
Tropicana is one of Dundee’s most popular nightclubs, as the city’s student population will attest. With its multiple floors and eclectically-themed entertainment, it’s the sorta club you can wander into any night of the week and find something going on. A remarkably diverse music policy incorporates everything from pop to rock, but there is one caveat attached: it has to be 80s. Club Tropicana doesn’t just relive the 80s: it celebrates them in some style, with decor to match the cheesy pop tunes and swirling synths that were an integral part of the decade’s sound. For special occasions, head to the VIP room, Karma Lounge or Cocktail Bar. The VIP room is grand as it sounds; you’ll need to register prior to arriving at the club. It’s a great place for a birthday party, with champagne and special spirits receptions available. Student night are always raucous, with a large selection of drinks deals to keep the good times flowing. The club also hosts live music events and a variety of themed nights, from discos to summer parties. From A-ha to ZZ Top, the 80s gave birth to a host of stars and 31 SOUTH WARD ROAD an array of timeless anthems, the best of which are always DUNDEE, DD1 1PU on rotation in the club where time stands still. You haven’t 01382 228181 experienced a proper night in Dundee until you’ve partied hard www.tropicanavengadundee.com at Club Tropicana.
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JANNETTAS GELATERIA
Jannettas is a gelateria with history: spanning four generations and over a hundred years of business, this family know how to make great ice cream. The interior seats up to thirty six at bar stools, booths and chairs and tables. It looks just like an Italian gelateria, and is charmingly 31 South Street, St Andrews decorated in pastel Neapolitan colours. If you Fife, KY16 9QR want something a little more substantial, you can 01334 473285 order breakfasts, ciabattas and open sandwiches, [email protected] washed down with tea, coffee, artisan soda, a float or a thick milkshake. There’s an extensive range of traditional and unusual ice cream flavours such as Scottish tablet and bubblegum, too. Create your own bespoke cone by adding your choice of toppings and sauces for the finishing touch. Or order a sundae or affogato from the menu. If you’re feeling extra hungry, choose the Testa a www.jannettas.co.uk Testa, with its twelve scoops of ice cream – the ultimate frozen feast. ST ANDREWS WAFFLE COMPANY
Enjoy a taste of Belgium in the heart of St Andrews. These authentic waffles are freshly made from Belgian dough each day. Caramelised sugar, butter and vanilla produces a glistening layer on a tender crunchy waffle. Top it off with high-quality dairy ice cream made from organic milk, with no artificial flavourings, palm oil or colourings – oh, and the flavour is suitable for vegetarians. There are many savoury options for those who don’t have a sweet tooth. Afterwards, wash your treat down with a Glen Lyon coffee, made from arabica beans roasted to perfection in a Scottish Bothy. If you’re wanting something more filling, you can sit down to a full breakfast; choose between a Belgian breakfast, veggie breakfast or eggs cooked just the way you like them. If it’s later in the day, tuck into a wee plate to fill a gap, or one of the big plates of hearty traditional food.
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THE CAMBUSTAY
Cambustay is part of the Milton Pub and Tavern group, with the building itself dating back to the 1850s. At this time Dundee was well known for trading jute, brought on ships from India. The trade made it a prosperous city, full of affluent taverns like this one catering to the rich jute barons. The Cambustay is now a rustic country styled pub, but retains its rich history and period features. It’s set in rural and picturesque surroundings just a short drive from the city’s centre. Here you can enjoy hearty pub food from seasonal and set menus, light bites, bar snacks, sharing 8 Dalhousie Road, Dundee, DD5 2SQ platters, decadent desserts, stonebaked pizzas, great 01382 480286 cask ales and quality wines. [email protected] Sunday lunch is a highlight, but the bar is open from 11am till 11pm daily. Relax by a crackling open fire on comfy seats underneath impressive historic beamed ceilings, as you catch up over drinks with friends and family. The Cambustay is located near the water’s edge in delightful Broughty Ferry and is a charming public house, well www.cambustay.miltonpubs.com worth seeking out.
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THE VIC
The Vic is the ultimate in funky urban chic. Decorated in a contemporary hipster style, at The Vic you’ll find bare tungsten light bulbs, reclaimed brick walls, school hall style tables and seating and high ceilings layered with shelves of artisan spirits. It’s a relaxed, laid- back atmosphere, providing good quality food from 10am every day, at affordable prices. Sip on a drink served in a jam jar, as you play 1 St Mary’s Place, St Andrews, KY16 9UY board games with friends. The Vic is dog-friendly too, 01334 476 964 so your furry friend need www.vicstandrews.co.uk not miss out, and kids are very welcome. After dark there’s a nightly programme of events including games, pub quizzes and DJs at the decks, providing the opportunity to dance till dawn. As well as the main Pub Kitchen area, The Vic also includes the ‘social club’ where you can lounge by day, watch TV and play a game of ping pong, with pumping beats at night. Students and groups are especially welcome, and the space is a great place to hire and host your own private function.
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MADIGAN’S FOOD EMPORIUM
Madigan’s is a family-run tea room tucked away in the centre of Dundee. It’s the place to go to enjoy good food, good company and good service – not to mention good tea. From the striking purple exterior to the ornamental tea cups that dangle from lengths of twine, this is a building that’s full of character. Madigan’s is quirky, colourful and charming. Food is simple but appetising, with a selection of homemade sandwiches and freshly baked cakes. The Castle Street cafe, which is open from 10-5 Monday to Saturday, also sells a selection of kitchenware, household trinkets and gifts. Madigan’s also professes to be able to source specialist foods. If you’re seeking a hard-to-find ingredient for a recipe you’re planning, pop into the tea room and staff should be able to help. The cafe has recently expanded its remit, and is now a tea room–cum–bookshop thanks to the addition of a dedicated reading section. An entire area of the shop has been dedicated to books, with shelves groaning under the weight of recipe collections, biographies and fiction. Pop in for a cup of tea and emerge clutching a spot of bedtime reading material.
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THE FISHERMAN’S TAVERN
The Fisherman’s Tavern is all about traditional hospitality and good beer. It’s a picturesque little spot, sandwiched between a handful of brightly painted seaside cottages. Locals have been wetting parched lips here since 1827 and over the centuries, the pub has retained its unique atmosphere and THE FISHERMANS TAVERN unpretentious charm. In summertime, the locals are supplemented by an influx of holidaymakers, as 10-16 Fort Street, Broughty Ferry well as real ale enthusiasts. The Belhaven-owned Dundee, DD2 2AD pub serves fresh food through the day, with a menu 01382 775 941 that’s packed with Scottish favourites. Tuck in to www.fishermanstavern-broughtyferry.co.uk haggis, neeps and tatties or a tender sirloin steak while you nurse an oak cask ale that’s heavy on the hops. Enter the Fisherman’s Tavern on any given night and there’ll usually be something happening; live sports on the big screen or live music from local musicians. With its low ceilings, cosy corners and aged wooden fittings, the Fisherman’s Tavern is a unique bar that’s steeped in history. DUNDEE PRIVATE HIRE
When you’ve finished your night out and can’t bear those heels any longer, don’t take them off 20 30 20 in a bid to walk home; call Dundee Private Hire for a taxi. Available seven days a week and 24 hours a day, they’ll provide you with transport as quickly as possible. Not only do Dundee Private Hire take calls however, but you can text them your name, location and the time you DUNDEE need the taxi for. They also provide transport Private Hire for weddings, in the form of luxury Mercedes saloons: have yours decorated with any number A first class service for a first class city of flowers and ribbons, and enjoy your trip to Bowbridge Works, Isla Street the ceremony. Dundee Private Hire can also Dundee, DD3 7HT arrange sightseeing and shopping tours in the Tel: 01382 203020 surrounding area, and provide coaches and Text: 0797 80 15 24 eight-seater cabs as well as your standard taxi. So whether it’s a day of golf or simply a ride to E-MAIL: [email protected] the airport, call 203020 for transport. WWW.DUNDEECABS.COM
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NUMBER 57
Thanks to the £200 million redevelopment of Dundee’s quayside, waterfront properties are set to become very desirable indeed. Number 57, on Dock Street, is one nightspot that stands to benefit from the revival as the city’s waterfront enjoys a long-overdue renaissance. As Dundee’s newest live music bar, 57 can be relied on to showcase the best up-and- coming local bands as well as touring rock, indie and folk artists. Step inside on any given night of the week and there’s usually a singer-songwriter running through a few acoustic numbers; pull up a seat at the bar and nod along while you sip a cold one. During the day, the bar does a roaring trade in express lunches and hot drinks, with the hot chocolate – served with cream, marshmallows and a handful of decorative M&Ms – highly recommended. 01382 200387 When evening falls and it becomes socially acceptable to get stuck into the harder stuff, 57’s cocktails are well 57-58 Dock St, worth investigating: generous measures, shaken, crushed East Marketgait and stirred to perfection. By day the bar feels like a continental Dundee cafe; by night it’s a vibrant bar and diner, complete with a DD1 3DU cool soundtrack.
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ZEST
Open daily from 6am to 8pm, Zest is something soup. On days when the weather is amenable, al of an institution in a town that’s hardly short of fresco dining is the way to go, but the rest of the institutions. It’s the sort of place where the banter time the cosy cafe forms a warm and welcoming flies and the air is redolent of freshly ground haven. The Zest team are committed to supporting coffee and freshly squeezed oranges. The South healthy living and recently partnered with Better Street cafe is ideal for popping into for a quick FIT to dispense free smoothies to Fitness Unlocked coffee on the way to work or a leisurely lunch as participants. It’s just one of many ways in which Zest your schedule permits. While food to go is always can be found engaging with the local community. an option, the atmosphere is more conducive to Of course, healthy living doesn’t have to come at lingering over a generously filled sandwich while the expense of forgoing treats altogether. Zest has you sip the froth off a cappuccino. Much more its fair share of indulgent cakes and traybakes that than just a coffee shop, Zest also does a bustling form the perfect partner to a mid-morning cuppa, outside catering trade, providing sandwiches and including a gluten-free sour cherry and hazelnut finger food for corporate events, team-building traybake that’s too good to decline. To mitigate exercises, office lunches and other get-togethers. the guilt, order one of Zest’s exquisite salads for Locals are more enamoured with Zest on account lunch. Loaded with seeds, mozzarella, broccoli, of the simple things it does well however; healthy green beans and pasta, each one’s bursting with smoothies, delicious coffee and thick, hearty lentil goodness, flavour and zest.
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THE OLD BANK BAR
TheThe OldOld The Old Bank Bar is one of the most vibrant pubs in Dundee, and you’ll be sure to find a BankBank BarBar warm and friendly welcome. Although the regulars have been going there for years, The Old Bank Bar attracts a steady stream of new customers who’ve been lucky enough to learn of its existence. The interior is spacious yet intimate, with plush curtains and wrought- iron chandeliers. The wooden floor is host to an eighties night once a month, and there’s always some form of entertainment round the corner. You can grab a hearty meal any day of the week - perhaps a firm favourite such as homemade steak pie - and a pint renowned 34 Reform Street as being one of the most reasonably-priced in Dundee, DD1 1RH Tayside. Whether it’s a cosy chat you’re after or a venue to view the footie, The Old Bank 01382 226552 Bar is worth a look. VENGA
The ultimate 90s nightclub, Venga can stake a claim to being the best nightspot of its kind in Dundee and has become a firm favourite with locals, especially the city’s student population. The VIP area, fitted with luxury booths, can be rented out for special events, while private pods for hire include an exclusive bar where you can party hard with your best mates. Lap up all the greatest 90s hits in the Venga room, or jump through to Club Tropicana to take things back another decade. In Venga, though, it’s always the 1990s and the anthems are always dropping. From Britpop to trance and grunge to girl power, the decade spawned more than its share of hits 31 SOUTH WARD ROAD and genres. Today, those bangers sound every bit DUNDEE, DD1 1PU as essential; take a look around and you could be forgiven for thinking you’d time-hopped right back 01382 228181 to the 90s, when the phones were chunky and the www.tropicanavengadundee.com riffs were mighty.
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THE POST OFFICE BAR
The Post Office may not seem the most obvious place for a raucous night out, but then Broughty Ferry’s Post Office isn’t like all the others – it’s a bar. No stamps, but plenty of foot-stamping tunes and good beer, which is always a winning combination. Why the name, incidentally? Because this cavernous building used to be a Post Office of course. These days, its customers are made up of students seeking a cheap drink, couples looking to cosy up and families in search of an affordable meal. Sports are shown on the big screen, food is served all day and the busy bar is awash with chatter. The pub is prized for its meals just as much as its gleaming beer taps, thanks to a simple menu that’s packed with hearty classics: steak and ale pie, lasagne, burgers and the perennially popular Sunday roast. The Post Office Bar also has a function room that can be hired for birthdays, wedding parties and other occasions. During the week, the pub runs a number of special offers to 218 Queen Street, Broughty Ferry, DD5 2HG tempt punters through its doors, including meal deals and drinks E: [email protected] promos. On match days – be it T: 01382 736444 rugby or football – the bar has F: 01382 736444 a real buzz about it. Order a pint, pull up a seat and prepare www.postofficebar-broughtyferry.co.uk to cheer on your time from the comfort of The Post Office.
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MÁS MEXICAN
Mexican street food is hard to beat and here at Más, a deliciously enticing range of tapas style dishes are available. If you’re vegan there’s good news here, because the restaurant serves a full and mouthwatering range of dishes prepared without any animal products, including the Mas Mexican amusingly named drunken bean taco. There’s a 304 Perth Road, Dundee, DD2 1AU brunch menu on offer if you’d like an early feast 01382 646188 - try the hard shake or Mexican Bloody Mary if www.masmexican.co.uk you’re up for a boozy start to the day. The main menu features all the Mexican delicacies you’d expect like tostadas, quesadillas, tacos and tortilla chips. Wash your meal down with an ice cold Mexican beer or frozen margarita - ideal for cooling down after a chilli fest. The mezcal flights are definitely worth a try, as is a portion of the churros to end your meal, the perfect way to keep your sweet tooth happy. PACAMARA FOOD & DRINK
Pacamara Food & Drink is a speciality coffee shop situated in Dundee’s popular epicurean hub in the West End of the city. Here the emphasis is on providing a fantastic taste experience. It serves breakfast and lunch, but if you don’t have time to enjoy the ambience, you can still get your caffeine hit and a snack to take away. The food is freshly cooked with a regularly changing Pacamara Food & Drink menu of imaginative delights. Scottish and Latin 302 Perth Road, Dundee, DD2 1AU influences are present in the chefs’ unusual 01382 527666 creations like Mexican spinach and herb tortillas and pulled pork hash browns with hollandaise and eggs. There’s a tempting range of home baking www.facebook.com/ on offer, some of which looks just too good to Pacamara Food & Drink eat. The exotic range of high quality coffees will please any connoisseur, while the sophisticated mix of Scottish contemporary decor and eclectic traditional features make Pacamara Food & Drink as pleasing on the eye as it is on the tastebuds.
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THE GLOBE BAR
With its low ceilings and jet black exterior, The Globe is a characterful drinking spot. The Dundee pub exudes a unique vibe, one accrued through centuries of patronage. Established in 1823, the pub is something of a Dundee institution and attracts a blend of students, professionals and tourists. The first thing that’ll strike you upon walking through its doors is the decor. There’s a nautical theme to The Globe, THE with marine paraphernalia affixed to the walls. Elsewhere, colourful comics are on display GLOBE BAR including Oor Wullie and The Beano, a tribute to local icons DC Thomson. The Belhaven- 53-57 WESTPORT, owned bar offers a popular DUNDEE, DD1 5ER food menu, which combines fresh ingredients with sensible prices. Giant plates are E: [email protected] designed for sharing, while T: 01382 224712 larger appetites will relish the Mega Burger Challenge, F: 01382 224712 crammed with two beef patties, Southern fried chicken and pulled pork. When football or other major sporting events are on, the bar fills up fast. Grab a pint and find a convenient spot in which to catch the action. Children are welcome in the pub till 8pm, while sections of the bar can be reserved for WWW.THEGLOBEBAR-DUNDEE.CO.UK parties and other events. For good cheer and good beer, The Globe is hard to beat.
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UNDERGROUND
Venture onto South Tay street and your ears might just pick up the sound of indie tunes bleeding into the night sky. That’ll be Underground then, the final stopping point on many a lively weekend in the City of Discovery. The subterranean nightclub keeps the tunes pumping and the good times rolling right through the week, with Tuesday nights dedicated to Contagious Behavior. Wednesdays are Heat, when DJ Aftershock drops the biggest chart and dance anthems, and Thursdays are all about urban, with 25 South Tay Street, Dundee, DD1 1NR a lively blend of hip-hop and R&B. Famous Fridays 01382 200 399 are when everyone comes out to play, while www.dundeeunderground.co.uk Glam Saturdays are for the snappiest dressers. Packages are provided for birthday boys and girls who crave the VIP experience, with Underground hosting everything from intimate parties to large- scale gatherings. Book a table package complete with sharer cocktails and bottles of champagne and vodka to get the party started. DUKE’S CORNER
“Beers. Eats. Tunes” is the slogan espoused by Duke’s Corner and it’s an honest, unpretentious one that’s bang on the money. Duke’s perennially has the feel of a private party or an extended jam in a mate’s back room; it’s the sort of place where a steady stream of regulars come and go with the scent of grilled burgers and the sound of scuzzy 13 BROWN STREET, DUNDEE, DD1 5EG guitars ever-present in the background. Load T: 01382 205052 up on craft beers or nurse a cocktail while your [email protected] feet tap along to the grooves emanating from the stage. From indie kids to punk upstarts, Duke’s is where you’ll find the next generation of bands. On sunny days, the beer garden is the place to be; the rest of the time hunker down inside the cosy bar with a hearty meal and a glass of something strong. If beers, eats and tunes are music to your ears, you’ll find Duke’s Corner is www.dukescorner.co.uk always playing your jam.
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THE SAINT
The Saint Bar and Kitchen is a heavenly spot. Take a seat in one of the cosy booths with plush upholstery and low level lighting and you’ll see exactly what we mean. There’s a definite nod to 1920s glamour here, and while the design is contemporary, it really makes the most of the building’s stunning period features including sash and case windows. On a The Saint Bar & Kitchen pleasant day, head outside to the large patio area with 170 South Street, St Andrews, KY16 9EG picnic style benches. It’s 01334 473 186 the perfect place to watch the sun go down over a few [email protected] glasses of wine. Dine at The Saint Bar & Kitchen by day and night, selecting from the breakfast menu or a la carte selection. All meals are made up of locally sourced, ethical produce and fine ingredients. The meat comes from nearby farms, with seafood deriving from Peterhead fish market, vegetables from Charles stamper, JJ Mellis cheeses, Graham’s dairy produce and bread from Barnett’s Bakery in nearby East Neuk. A meal here is a truly contemporary taste of authentic Scottish www.the-saint-bar.co.uk cuisine.
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Name Tel Web Page Adamson Hair 01334 208308 www.facebook.com/adamsonhairspa 53 Ancrum Outdoor Centre 01382 435911 www.ancrum.com 68 Ballumbie Castle Golf Club 01382 730026 www.ballumbiegolf.co.uk 54 Blu Hair & Beauty 01382 200051 www.facebook.com/bluehairandbeauty 54 BMI Healthcare 01382 631400 www.bmihealthcare.co.uk 73 Carnoustie Golf Links 01241 802270 www.carnoustiegolflinks.co.uk 77 David Lloyd 0845 1257014 www.davidlloyd.co.uk 65 Downfield Golf Club 01382 825595 www.downfieldgolf.com 69 Drumoig Hotel & Golf Course 01382 541800 www.drumoiggolfhotel.com 74 Dundee FC 01382 889966 www.dundeefc.co.uk 62 Dundee United FC 01382 833166 www.dundeeunitedfc.co.uk 62 DW Fitness 0844 2495330 www.dwfitnessclubs.com 70 Elie Golf Course 01333 330301 www.golfhouseclub.co.uk 59 Fairmont St Andrews Spa 01334 837000 www.fairmont.com 72 Forbes of Kingennie 01382 350777 www.forbesofkingennie.co.uk 58 Fountain Park 0131 228 9784 www.fountainpark.co.uk 61 Freedom Hairdressing 01382 225393 www.freedom-hairdressing.com 75 Fresh Looks 01334 477783 www.fresh-looks.co.uk 69 Fuzzys Wax Bar 01334 476767 www.fuzzyswaxbar.com 53 Gleneagles Golf Resort 01764 662231 www.gleneagles.com 63 Grosvenor Casino 01382 309120 www.grosvenorcasinos.com 55 Kingsbarns Golf Links 01382 585000 www.kingsbarns.com 67 McIntyres 01382 668077 www.mcintyres.co.uk 70 Mecca Bingo 01382 201580 www.meccabingo.com 76 Olympia Centre 01382 432300 www.leisureandculturedundee.com 57 Partners Hair & Beauty 01382 597052 www.partnershairandbeauty.co.uk 66 Piperdam Golf & Leisure 01382 585000 www.piperdam.com 56 Pure Beauty 01382 642172 www.purebeauty.biz 76 Pure Gym 0845 130 9150 www.puregym.com 75 Sophie Butler Hairdressing 01334 478854 www.sophiebutler.com 66 St Andrews Farmhouse 01333 312580 www.standrewscheese.co.uk 60 St Andrews Links 01334 466666 www.standrews.com 52 The Dukes Golf Course 01334 470214 www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk 64 The Factory Skate Park 01382 509586 www.factoryskatepark.com 60 Wee Kingdom 01334 659008 www.weekingdom.com 71
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ST ANDREWS LINKS
A golfing mecca to the most accomplished golfer or the enthusiastic amateur, a trip to St Andrews Links is one which realises the ultimate dream for golfers worldwide. From the iconic Swilcan Bridge on the Old Course to Tom Morris’s masterful architecture on the New Course, St Andrews Links has developed over 600 years to become one of the most famous locations in golf. Central to our history and still true to this day is the fact that all seven courses at St Andrews Links are public and open to everyone. St Andrews Links is the largest public golfing complex in Europe. From the terrifying sight of Hell Bunker on the Old Course to the gentle slopes St Andrews, Fife, KY16 9SF of the Balgove, the Home of Ballot: 01334 466 666 Golf has become the ultimate golfing destination for all ages Advance Booking: 01334 466 718 and abilities. Away from the [email protected] courses, explore the fantastic facilities St Andrews Links has to offer. Learn the game, where it was first played, at the Golf Academy. Shop our fantastic range of official merchandise from our retail stores and finally relax in the Swilcan Restaurant with a wee dram as you reflect on www.standrews.com your visit to the Home of Golf.
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ADAMSON HAIR
Adamson Hair & Beauty is conveniently close to the town centre, but with the added bonus of free on-street parking. Visit the salon for a full hair makeover to achieve a whole new look, or for your regular cut and colour. Adamson stocks products from leading brands including Paul Mitchell, Tea Tree, Awapuhi Wild Ginger, Mitch, 47-49 Kinnessburn Road St Andrews, KY16 8AD Paul Mitchell and Moroccan Oil. Here your tresses 01334 208308 will receive the full pampering treatment, and you can purchase from the range to take home high-quality shampoos and treatments. Catering Facebook/adamsonhairspa for all ages and both men and women, the salon specialises in wedding and occasion styles such as long loose curls and glamorous ‘up dos’. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for special offers, purchase a gift voucher for the lady in your life or simply enjoy having your locks loved during some much-needed Me Time. FUZZYS WAX BAR
If you’re feeling as hairy as Fuzzy Bear, it’s time to pay a visit to a wax bar. It’s an industry- leading establishment recently founded by Jackie Flett in 2018. Open from Monday through to Saturday, hair removal has never been easier or more convenient. Services include waxing of the delicate facial area, brow shaping, body waxing and intimate waxing including traditional bikini style, G-string, Brazilian and Hollywood. 14 Argyle Street, St Andrews, KY16 9BP You can feel as smooth as a celebrity in very 01334 476767 little time. The wax bar also has regular offers, [email protected] especially those for students, making it an easy and affordable pit stop in the heart of the town centre. Follow Fuzzy’s on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram and Twitter, give the salon a call, drop them an email or request an appointment via the contact form on the website. You’ll be fuzz-free www.fuzzyswaxbar.com in no time.
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BLU HAIR & BEAUTY
When you have a treatment at Blu Hair & Beauty, the team want to make sure you’re not only happy when you leave the salon, but pleased with the results in the forthcoming months. Whether it’s Bumble & Bumble products, Schwarzkopf Professional items or any skincare regime from Dr. Hauschka, you’ll be sure to feel as good as new. Complimentary consultations will put you at ease, and allow you to discuss you personal requirements with the stylist of your choice. Choose from basic hair care, colours, styles and cuts all executed with the latest techniques and training. Special offers are also a regular feature of Blu, with the salon offering a variety of discounts 28 South Tay Street, Dundee - DD1 1PD from month to month to make sure clients are always comfortable and content. Next time you Tel: 01382 200051 need a pampering, why not choose a hot stone facebook.com/Blu-Hair-and-Beauty back, neck and shoulder massage or a specially devised Blu facial? BALLUMBIE CASTLE GOLF CLUB LUMBIE CAS Ballumbie Castle Golf Club is a fairly new AL TLE course, but has already become popular with B GOLF CLUB the locals. A fantastic clubhouse and excellent practice facilities are some of the main reasons 3 Old Quarry Road, off Ballumbie Road why golfers choose Ballumbie, though the Dundee, DD4 0SY course itself is no less impressive. The mixed [email protected] terrain sweeps and twists; you certainly won’t Telephone: find two holes the same throughout its entirety. 01382 730026 - Clubhouse / Restaurant For the first six holes, positioning is more 01382 770028 - Pro Shop / Course Booking important than distance, but as you make your way to the tenth you’ll notice the difficulty and www.ballumbiegolf.co.uk range increasing. If you need to get in a bit of practice, the club has a 20-bay covered driving range: floodlit at night, you’ll be able to pitch and drive whenever you want. Ballumbie also offers a wide range of ‘credit crunch’ deals, perfect for large groups who fancy a day out on the course.
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GROSVENOR CASINO
Grosvenor Casino is the best place to start and end your night in Dundee. With so many facilities to keep you amused, it’s easy to while away the whole evening there. Offering 24-hour service, the casino enables you to play whenever you get the urge and to choose from a wide range of casino games, card games and slots. Grosvenor Casino isn’t just made for gaming though, as its stylish bar and fresh food make it an ideal spot for enjoying drinks and snacks. The Las Vegas-themed bar serves up elaborate cocktails, though you’ll also find more 142 West Marketgait traditional beverages including beers, wines and spirits. Poker Dundee, DD1 1NJ tournaments and live sports are T: 01382 309120 F: 01382 203620 often featured during the week, with the casino’s restaurant on hand to keep you fuelled throughout the evening. Steaks that have been matured for 28 days are a definite highlight, though you may prefer to plump for fish and chips from the bar. Whether you’re planning a three- course meal or simply stopping for a snack, Grosvenor Casino should have something to whet your appetite. Every Friday and Saturday night the casino hosts special entertainment; check www.grosvenorcasinos.com what’s on the bill before you plan your weekend in Dundee.
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PIPERDAM GOLF & LEISURE
When locals hear the words ‘Piper Dam,’ the first thing that comes to mind is luxury. This wonderful golf and leisure resort is nestled next to the Sidlaw Hills, and offers a complete Scottish experience for those travelling from overseas. Of course, if you’re only a short drive away you’ll still enjoy the activities on offer: fishing and luxury accommodation await as well as a fantastic golf course. The lodges can house as little as two or as many as twelve, and include central heating, television and a fully-equipped kitchen. The private hot tub is optional, but Piperdam Golf and Leisure you can always relax in the Fowlis, Dundee, Angus, DD2 5LP spa: enjoy a reviving sauna or go for a quiet swim, and Phone: 01382 585000 follow it with a memorable Email: [email protected] dining experience. You might even catch a glimpse of the site’s resident ospreys, increasingly endangered yet thriving in Piper Dam. The venue also offers wonderful wedding facilities, as its function suite accommodates up to 300 people: set amidst the magnificent Scottish scenery, it’s one of the most picturesque spots in Tayside. www.piperdam.com
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OLYMPIA CENTRE
For ardent swimmers and families seeking an active day out; Olympia, Dundee is where it’s at. Swimming is an excellent way to work out the entire body without straining joints or muscles, and it’s also fun, especially when you factor in the leisure pool with a rapid river, wave pool and seated bubble baths to excite the kids – and a number of adults too. Four flumes promise to take intrepid swimmers on the ride of their lives, before splashing down into the aqua catches (red, green and blue), except for the Cannonball (yellow), which drops you a whopping 3.8 metres into the dive pool. The pool also boasts a number of features that are unique to Scotland including LED light effects and 3D holograms which all add to the sensory experience. Olympia’s main pool offers a six lane 25 metre Training Pool, an Activity Pool (which has a movable floor to 3 East Whale Lane, Dundee, DD1 3JU change depths) for aerobic 01382 432300 classes & swim lessons and a Dive Pool boasting a 1, 3 & 5 [email protected] metre diving boards.. Always www.leisureandculturedundee.com check website for Aquatic feature’ opening times. Situated a five minute walk from Dundee bus station, Olympia is easy to get to and hard to leave.
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FORBES OF KINGENNIE
The Forbes of Kingennie Country Resort and Estate is one of the most beautiful spots in Dundee. Offering luxury self- catering lodges and a range of activities to enjoy, it’s also one of the best ourdoor centres in Scotland. Enjoy some of the finest fishing in the country, or have a relaxing game of golf at the new Kingennie Golf Course. The lodges themselves will impress the most discerning of travellers, fully-equipped and ideal for a short or long stay. The woodland and lochside can be admired from the balcony or patio area - both Kingennie | Broughty Ferry come with barbecue space, so Dundee | DD5 3RD you can enjoy the summer to the fullest. Nestled amidst the Telephone: 01382 350777 Angus countryside, yet close to Email: [email protected] Dundee, Forbes of Kingennie also offers the ultimate Scottish wedding venue. Whether you’re planning a civil or conventional wedding ceremony, the beautiful atmosphere won’t fail to impress. Treat your guests to some traditional Scottish hospitality to make your special day truly memorable. Next time you’re planning a self-catering holiday, event or celebration, choose Forbes of Kingennie www.forbesofkingennie.co.uk Country Resort and Estate
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ESCAPE BEAUTY SALON
If you need to get away from it all, book yourself in at Escape Beauty Salon. A pampering session here is the perfect antidote to hectic town centre living, or an ideal way to treat yourself during a trip away. The contemporary salon offers a range 57 South Street, St. Andrews, KY16 9QR of treatments to help you look and feel your best. 01334 473230 Relax and unwind with a massage, get holiday- [email protected] ready with a manicure, pedicure, body and bikini waxing. Facials and CACI non-surgical facelift treatments help revive tired skin and banish wrinkles and blemishes, while make-up sessions can be booked to give you the star treatment. For extra indulgence, or as a treat for a loved one, choose from the range of packages on offer, including those especially geared toward teens, brides and male customers. Book online or by www.at-escape.co.uk phone and escape in St Andrews.
ELIE GOLF COURSE
Elie Golf Course boasts charming views, with its delightful seaside location in a bijou village. The course is one of the oldest and finest in Scotland, with its 18 holes spreading just over 6,000 yards. Once you’ve enjoyed some time on the green, retire to the Clubhouse. Dating back Elie to the 1800s, the Golf House Club combines Golf Course history with contemporary design. It was recently refurbished with a spend of £1.25 million, and now provides high-quality facilities for members and visitors alike. You can be sure of a warm welcome even if it’s your first time at the club, as you enjoy a coffee, alcoholic beverage or something to eat. The Golf House Club is also The Golf House Club, Elie, Fife, KY9 1AS the venue for regular events throughout the 01333 330301 year, while the members’ lounge is a particularly [email protected] idyllic spot, its large bay window overlooking the www.golfhouseclub.co.uk activity of the 18th green.
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ST ANDREWS FARMHOUSE
If you love, like or even tolerate cheese, you’ll relish a day out at St Andrews Farmhouse. Located in Anstruther in Fife, this traditional family business specialises in ‘Anster’ cheese that is handmade on the farm. During the making, the curd is milled through a peg mill. This is crucial in creating the crumbly texture for which Anster is renowned. Cast Falside Farm iron presses are then used to shape and compact Anstruther, KY10 2RT the cheese. A specially constructed viewing gallery tel: 01333-312580 enables visitors to watch the fascinating cheese- fax: 01333-312580 making process. After learning the secrets behind email: [email protected] Jane Stewart’s cheese, it’s off to Butterpat coffee shop for a bite to eat. The cafe, also features a shop that’s stocked, just as you would expect, with an array of British cheeses. Take away a chunk of Anster or one of the many other cheeses that have been handmade on these shores. Elsewhere in the shop, you’ll find a selection of gifts, crafts and www.standrewscheese.co.uk specialty foods. THE FACTORY SKATE PARK
Whether you’re into scootering, BMXing, boarding or blading, Factory Skate Park is the place to show off your skills. This large indoor park offers so much to seasoned sport 15 Balunie Drive, Dundee, DD4 8PS lovers, but it also helps youngsters who are just 01382 509 586 starting out: youth clubs and homework clubs [email protected] run three times a week during the school term, with beginners sessions starting at just £3. The youth club offers a wide range of workshops and activities, which have included graffiti, circus, martial art and digital music classes. Youngsters are sure to love learning a new skill with their friends, and parents can relax and get drinks and snacks from our on site café, there is also a viewing balcony to watch all the action happening in the park. The whole park can be hired on Saturday and Sunday nights, including www.factoryskatepark.com live music just to round off the entertainment.
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DUNDEE UNITED FC
Dundee United famously play in a black and orange strip, earning them the nickname ‘The Tangerines’. Supporters, however, are referred to as Arabs, with their own online portal known as the Arabzone. The Dundee United team play home games at Tannadice Park and the club itself dates back to 1909, having taken its current name in 1923. Dundee United Football Club has its own • CORPORATE HOSPITALITY • BE A MASCOT • academy, with youth programmes, training and • FUNCTIONS • MATCHDAY PACKAGES • fixtures. Take a Dundee United experience tour every Wednesday at 1pm, or view the virtual tour DUNDEE UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB Tannadice Park, Tannadice Street, Dundee, DD3 7JW online. Tannadice Park also hosts special events Telephone: 01382 833166 and makes for a unique venue for your private Email: [email protected] function or celebration. Tickets to matches can be purchased online, or in person at the ticket centre Monday to Friday, and Saturday mornings on non match days. Plus you can purchase gifts and www.dundeeunitedfc.co.uk memorabilia at the official Dundee United shop. DUNDEE FC
Long-term rival of Dundee United, Dundee Football Club is known as The Dark Blues (so named because of its navy and white strip) or The Dee. The team dates back to 1893 and play in the city centre at Dens Park, which has a capacity of 11,850 spectators. In May 2018 it was announced that the stadium would be renamed Dundee Football Club as Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park, for sponsorship Dens Park reasons. In 2017, DFC launched a community Sandeman Street, Dundee, DD3 7JY trust to advance education and participation in sport, leading to improved quality of life. Fans can often be heard singing their anthem ‘Let it Be’ while cheering their side at the regular fixtures. Tickets to matches can be purchased online, or in person at the ticket centre Monday T: 01382 889966 to Friday, and Saturday mornings on non match E: [email protected] days; or after the full-time whistle on match days. www.dundeefc.co.uk
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GLENEAGLES GOLF RESORT
Gleneagles Golf Course doesn’t just comprise one challenging course - it’s got three. The PGA Centenary Course, King’s Course and Queen’s Course all offer the golfer a unique and enjoyable experience. The PGA Centenary Course is due to be a venue for the 40th Ryder Cup Matches in 2014, and the King’s Course is known worldwide. The Queen’s Course, on the other hand, is a little more secluded, but perfect for days when it’s just a relaxing game you’re after. The PGA Gleneagles National Academy Course Auchterarder, Perthshire, PH3 1NF offers the ideal warm-up Telephone: 01764 662231 round for beginners and experts alike, with nine holes to beat and excellent staff on hand. Professional coaches offer training and guidance to improve the performance of enthusiastic beginners, and use the latest computer software to analyse your game. After a hard day on the green, head to any one of Gleneagles’ food and drink retailers. The Dormy Clubhouse offers tasty dishes to fuel your stories of the day, and at The Halfway House you can pick up www.gleneagles.com anything from a hotdog to a hearty broth.
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THE DUKE’S GOLF COURSE
The Duke’s Golf Course provides a marvellous vantage point for the sweeping and stunning Scottish scenery. Set in rolling parkland, the course provides a challenge that seasoned golfers will relish. The course offers 18 holes, with a par 71, requiring accuracy, creative play and power golfing. But its flexibility will appeal The Duke’s Golf Course to those at every level, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 8NX whether new to the sport or experienced. The Duke’s Golf 01334 470214 Course actually hosted the www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk/golf/the-dukes 2014 international European Amateur Championships, so it has excellent pedigree. Gift vouchers are available to purchase, making a round of golf the ideal present for a friend or loved one; there’s also a pro shop on site – the only PGA-approved in the town – providing apparel, mementos and accessories. Once you’ve completed a few holes, why not sit back and relax with a drink in The Clubhouse? Enjoy panoramic views of the Bay of St Andrews looking out towards the Firth of Tay and Carnoustie, and the town itself, one of the most famous golfing hotspots in the world.
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DAVID LLOYD
David Lloyd is a major player in health and is its relaxing spa area, providing exclusive fitness. Their clubs operate across the UK, with outdoor and indoor swimming pools that kids some of the best facilities in the business. At in particular love. Another fantastic element of David Lloyd Dundee you can find everything David Lloyd Dundee is its tennis club. Perfect you need for your sport, wellbeing and even your serve or backhand in both indoor and social needs, all under one roof. Work out in outdoor floodlit courts, plus there’s squash and the well-equipped gym, with the latest in cardio badminton areas too. Sign your children up to machines and fixed and free weights. Personal the All Stars Tennis Programme, or get some trainers are on hand should you wish to book coaching to improve your own game. It’s not a one-on-one sessions, and whether you’re case of all work and no play either, as the club training for an event or simply looking to improve is a veritable social hub. Unwind and catch your overall fitness, they can help you get to up with friends after working up a sweat, with where you want to be. The range of classes a bite to eat and a drink in the cafe bar area. offer something for everyone, with a selection The club also arranges regular events, including of mind and body, aerobic, spinning, aqua and comedy nights and pizza feasts and with free even virtual sessions to fit conveniently around WiFi, family and adult-only zones, you’ll be so your lifestyle. One of the highlights of this club at home you won’t want to leave.
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PARTNERS HAIR & BEAUTY
Partners is a popular and well regarded hair and beauty salon that’s an integral part of the local community of Broughty Ferry, having been serving the townspeople and those of neighbouring Dundee for almost 20 years. Founders Pauline and Laurie remain deeply involved with the salon, having overseen its growth from day one. Voted Scottish Hair & Beauty Salon of the Year at the Scottish Hair and Beauty Awards, Partners has Hair & Beauty got the gongs to go with the glowing word of mouth referrals. The salon offers a complete hair and beauty service that includes ladies and 128 -130 Gray Street, Broughty Ferry gents cuts. They also do children’s haircuts and Dundee, DD5 2DG specialise in bridal hair and beauty. Whether it’s 01382 597052 or 0800 0126 053 a wax, a colour or a simple trim, Partners Hair & [email protected] Beauty is your one-stop shop. After an hour inside their Gray Street salon, you’ll leave feeling like a www.partnershairandbeauty.co.uk million dollars. That’s the power of a good haircut. SOPHIE BUTLER HAIRDRESSING
Sophie Butler Hairdressing is a chic and cosy salon situated in the centre of St Andrews. It was founded in the late 90s and has since gone on to build up a loyal clientele who wouldn’t dream of getting their hair done anywhere else. There’s a positive vibe that pervades this bijou salon, as becomes apparent the moment you walk through the door. Sophie has been in this game for long enough to grasp exactly what it takes to make a customer feel at ease, and her tight-knit team of experienced staff 191 South Street are friendly and cheerful to a fault. The salon St Andrews, KY16 9EE offers a complete range of ladies and gents’ hairdressing services including Wella colour, 01334 478 854 be it full head highlights or simply attending to [email protected] regrowth. In addition, Sophie and her team can provide event hair and makeup, ensuring you sophiebutler.com look your very best on the big day.
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KINGSBARNS GOLF LINKS
Ranked as one of the top 100 courses in the world, Kingsbarns Golf Course is somewhere altogether special. Golf has been enjoyed over the links land of Kingsbarns since it’s beginning in 1793. The land has been ploughed to add to the current tenant’s farmable land in 1850, and mined during the Second World War, which reverted the land to rough pasture. Golf was resurrected on Kingsbarns Links at the dawning of the 21st Century. The only Scottish course to be built on links land in over 70 years and with its unique seaside setting, you’ll experience scenery like nowhere else. There are 18 holes in total, and the course becomes more difficult as you go along; if you need a little extra practice, pop down to the Practice Range just a short walk from the 1st tee, where well-trained members of staff are always on hand for any assistance you may require. Finally, after you’re done golfing for the day head to the relaxing Kingsbarns, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 8QD clubhouse for a warm and Tel: 01382 585000 hearty welcome and some food or simply a beverage. Over- Email: [email protected] stuffed leather armchairs and www.kingsbarns.com an extensive menu of dishes will make the day complete.
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ANCRUM OUTDOOR CENTRE
For the adventurers amongst you, there’s no better place than Ancrum Outdoor Centre. Together with Clatto Watersports Centre, you’ll find something here to get the adrenalin pumping whether you’re an expert or are making your debut. The Centre has excellent transport links to Blokarting Skiing some of the finest rivers and Archery Snowboarding mountains in Scotland; don’t Canoeing Mountain-Boarding let the fact that it’s in the heart Sailing Orienteering of Dundee make you doubt its Wall-Climibing Hill Walking facilities. Whether it’s a team- Kayaking Mountain Biking building exercise for work, or Mini Highland Games Bushcraft a birthday party for youngsters, the staff will consider your ...and many more activities plans and tailor the program to suit. There are taster sessions for beginners where you can try mountain biking or orienteering, though sailing and rafting are also very popular. If you’re experienced in your chosen sport, it’s possible to pick up an advanced qualification or skill with the help of Ancrum’s friendly staff: the team are highly-trained in a wide range 10 Ancrum Road of sports and activities, so the Dundee, DD2 2HZ centre will try its best to team 01382 435911 you up with the right instructor. [email protected] If you’re not prepared to get wet, incidentally, there’s always ancrum.com kite flying to be enjoyed.
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DOWNFIELD GOLF CLUB
NFI C Recognised as one of the finest inland courses LF DOW ELD LUB GO in Britain, Downfield Golf Club and Course has hosted many an event throughout its long history. It was a Final Qualifying venue for the Open Championship at Carnoustie in 1999 and 2007, and is now rightly regarded as a premium destination for golfers. The rolling terrain is complemented by stunning surroundings and wildlife. The course itself has many challenges, including water features on no less than seven of its holes. The 11th hole, Paddler’s Joy, is regarded as the best hole on the course. Relax afterwards in the warmly decorated clubhouse, the lounge Turnberry Avenue area, bar and dining room will make sure you’re Dundee, DD2 3QP always catered for. The staff can cater for large 01382 825595 golfing groups too, including your breakfast, lunch [email protected] and dinner in a package with 36 holes. A great www.downfieldgolf.com spot for a quiet drink, Downfield Golf Club is a venue to suit everyone. FRESH LOOKS
Fresh Looks has plenty of experience in the beauty industry. They have been in business offering customers in St Andrews great prices for over twenty-five years. The salon is open six days a week, with experienced therapists on hand to help you look and feel amazing. Whether you’re seeking regular maintenance treatments 9a Bell Street, St Andrews, KY16 9UR or an indulgent treat, Fresh Looks will cater for your needs and always offer a warm and friendly 01334 477783 [email protected] welcome. Choose from waxing and threading, HD brows, tinting and lash treatments, manicures and pedicures, Dermalogica facials, massages, wraps, exfoliation, spray tanning, ear piercing and wax and massage packages for male clients. The salon is conveniently located on Bell Street, making it easy to pop in for a relaxing pamper on your lunch break, after work, while shopping, or www.fresh-looks.co.uk for a flying visit during your trip to the historic town.
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DW FITNESS
DW gyms are known for their high standards, and the Dundee branch enhances this hard-earned reputation. As well as multiple cardiovascular machines and a spacious weights room, the gym is known for its sociable vibe; members readily partake in group exercise programmes such as Bodypump and boxing classes. While pumping iron and breaking a sweat should be the primary purpose of any gym visit, it’s also beneficial to unwind after a punishing workout, which is why DW has incorporated a heated swimming pool Unit 4, Gallagher Retail Park, and jacuzzi into its facilities. There’s also a steam East Dock Street, room, in addition to tanning rooms and an on-site Dundee, DD1 3JS cafe serving a selection of hot and cold beverages Tel: 0844 249 53 30 plus light bites and hot food. What distinguishes DW from many gyms is the sports retail store on site, selling training shoes and sports equipment www.dwfitnessclubs.com to members, who can enjoy a generous 10% discount on all purchases. MCINTYRES
McIntyres Hairdressers is the brainchild of Kay McIntyre, who has been snipping the locks of Dundee residents for 25 years now. With two sites, in Perth Road and Union Street, it’s easily accessible and the friendly, professional staff will make you feel very welcome (as well as making you a fab latte). The interiors are sleek and modern, with a huge range of top brands such as Kerastase, Sassoon and ghd. Whether you’re looking for a quick tidy-up or a completely new look, you’re in good hands. The team are happy to offer the benefit of their expertise and talk you through the 121 Perth Road, Dundee, DD1 4JB process, whether you’re looking for a cut, colour or extensions. They’ll also offer advice and treatments 01382 668077 on repairing and nourishing your locks, keeping that 50 Union Street, Dundee, DD1 4BE new style looking tip-top for longer. Whatever you 01382 202030 go in for, you’re guaranteed to walk out feeling like a million dollars. www.mcintyres.co.uk
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WEE KINGDOM
It’s always a challenge to keep kids occupied, have a break in the Wee Kingdom cafe. Food especially when the weather is less than kind, and drink is served throughout the day and so what better way to keep your little ones it’s within a safe walking distance of the play entertained than with a big indoor soft play area, so your kids won’t have far to go if they centre? That’s exactly what you’ll find here need to find you - and you can keep an eye on at the Wee Kingdom, located in the town of them whilst still being able to relax. Get your Cupar within the Kingdom of Fife (a kingdom caffeine hit with a speciality coffee and a cake within a kingdom indeed). This is a hub of to satisfy your sweet tooth, or you can choose adventure and fun providing many hours of from a selection of baked potatoes, paninis, entertainment. The Wee Kingdom is suitable toasties, baguettes, sandwiches and soup for children up to the age of 11 and children for something more filling. For the little ones under one year old get in for free. Special there’s a selection of healthy lunch items to offers are available for childminders, so if choose from, as well as energy-filled snacks to you have a brood in your care, this provides keep them going. This is a popular party venue a safe enclosed venue to which you can bring too, with packages available that range from a them all and be sure that every child will cold buffet and two-hour play to exclusive hire find something they enjoy. Tired parents and of the Wee Kingdom with a cold and hot buffet carers in need of a little rest and relaxation can and party bags to take home.
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FAIRMONT SPA
The Fairmont St. Andrews is set on 520 acres of beautiful estate overlooking St. Andrews Bay. This is the heartland of Scotland’s Home of Golf. The hotel boasts truly luxurious accommodations, with lush fabrics and traditional furniture fitted throughout the illustrious establishment. The Fairmont St. Andrews will understandably appeal to golfers on account of its proximity to the wonderful courses found around the Bay. That said, this hotel serves as more than just a golfing getaway. Guests can enjoy fantastic views over the medieval town of St. Andrews and the rolling waves of the North Sea, whilst enjoying easy access to local shops and amenities. The hotel itself is equipped with an exquisite spa, with a range of treatments including facials, massages and manicures. Guests can also dine in one of the hotel’s restaurants, which offer fresh cuisine prepared by some of the best chefs in the region. Aged steaks and succulent Fairmont Spa seafood are among the many highlights. Whether you’re St Andrews, Fife, KY16 8PN looking for a calming retreat, or are keen to enjoy the ultimate Tel: 01334 837000 golfing holiday, the Fairmont [email protected] St. Andrews is sure to win your heart. Check in, kick back and www.fairmont.com let the good times roll.
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BMI HEALTHCARE
Situated in the leafy West End, BMI Healthcare offers a wide range of surgical procedures to Taysiders who demand the best. The best facilities, the best treatment and the best aftercare. BMI’s Fernbrae Hospital, which has operated as a health care centre for over 75 years, is housed in a grand building that’s partially listed. The stonework may be time-served, but step inside and everything is bang up to date. A state-of-the-art theatre, treatment room, endoscopy suite and on-site pharmacy are built in to Fernbrae alongside seven consulting rooms, physiotherapy and imaging facilities. Each of Serious about health. the hospital’s 15 beds are in self-contained rooms with en- Passionate about care. suite facilities, phone, TV and free wifi. The BMI facility may not be Dundee’s largest hospital, Cosmetic Surgery Services but it’s certainly one of the Fertility Centre finest. Fernbrae’s physiotherapy unit is staffed by highly trained Imaging and Radiology specialists who can assist Physiotheraphy with sports injuries, traction and exercise. It also operates Weight Loss Clinic a dedicated women’s health service that covers everything from ante-natal education BMI Fernbrae Hospital to obstetric surgery advice. Cosmetic surgery is even offered 329 Perth Road, Dundee, DD2 1LJ at Fernbrae, including breast Reception: 01382 631400 enlargement/reduction, ear and eyebrow correction, tummy tucks and facelifts. Both on the surface and on the inside, BMI www.bmihealthcare.co.uk Healthcare will have you looking and feeling better than ever.
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DRUMOIG HOTEL & GOLF COURSE
Just a short drive from St Andrews and Carnoustie, Drumoig is situated perfectly as a base camp from which to explore the region. While visitors can explore golf courses throughout the area, they would do well to start with Drumoig’s own 72-par championship course. 250 acres of Fife countryside provide stunning scenery as the backdrop to the game, and the course’s 18 holes provide varied and challenging play. If you need to brush up on your skills, Drumoig’s driving range offers practice facilities and lessons. As the bays are floodlit 24 hours a day, Drumoig, Leuchars you can work on your driving St. Andrews, KY16 0DS whenever you get the urge. The club itself offers packages Hotel Enquiries for large parties, enabling you Tel: 01382 541800 and your friends to sample Email: [email protected] the restaurant’s fine food in between rounds. If you’re keen Golf Enquiries to extend your trip, you may Tel: 01382 541898 wish to stay at the Drumoig Email: [email protected] Golf Hotel. The hotel offers 29 en-suite bedrooms, of which 24 are located in lodges. Luxury rooms are found on the upper level of the main building, and all come tastefully decorated and equipped with the comforts you’d expect. With views over the golf course, you can relax and recharge, in readiness for drumoiggolfhotel.com another day on the fairway.
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PURE GYM
Pure Gym is a colossus of a fitness centre that is stuffed with all the equipment and classes you could ever wish for. Open 24 hours a day, the gym caters to lifestyles that are social, unsociable and nocturnal. Whenever the urge to pump some iron or pound the treadmill 152 West Marketgait overcomes you, Pure Gym is available and at Dundee, DD1 1NJ your service. Located on West Marketgait in the 0845 130 9150 heart of the city, Pure Gym tackles all aspects of fitness, as evinced by its collection of over 200 modern exercise machines. The fully air- conditioned gym has personal trainers available for those who’d like the best advice and motivation to help them hit their goals. Whether seeking to lose some weight, transform your figure, maintain your shape or simply feel better about life, Pure Gym is the best place in which www.puregym.com to release all those endorphins. FREEDOM HAIRDRESSING
Freedom Hair was established in 2000 by Irving Miskell-Reid and Mary Forbes. With over 40 years of experience in the industry, the pair have since built a stellar reputation across their chain of innovative hair salons. Prices vary according to the stylist of your choice: students might opt for a graduate or senior designer, whilst those looking for a senior stylist can ask for Irving or Mary themselves. Cut, colour, blow-dry or special TEL: 01382 225393 hairdo, you’ll enjoy a warm and friendly welcome and a good old natter too. Freedom Hair also offers a variety of soothing treatments, so you 17 Dock Street can choose moisture rejuvenating or even some Downtown protein nioxin; perfect when your hair is feeling Dundee a bit limp and lifeless. With so many testimonials DD1 3DP from happy and enthusiastic customers, it’s clear that Freedom Hairdressing is consistently at the www.freedom-hairdressing.com top of their game.
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PURE BEAUTY
Situated on Perth Road, Pure Beauty is a contemporary salon that’s full of charm. It is a blissful spot in which to relax and unwind. Since the salon was established a decade ago, it has gone from strength to strength, buoyed by word-of-mouth recommendations. Today, Pure Beauty provides a range of cutting-edge treatments that have cemented 318 Perth Road, Dundee, DD2 1AU its reputation as one of the city’s trendiest salons. The latest Pulsar IPL treatment promises hair removal Telephone: 01382 642172 that is long-lasting and virtually pain-free. The salon [email protected] also provides a range of beauty treatments, including facials, manicures and waxing. Gift packages are available for Mother’s Day and other special occasions. Clients seeking to improve their skin tone can choose from a selection of facials. As well as a general pick-me-up facial, there are energising and deluxe facials to choose from, the latter featuring a www.purebeauty.biz relaxing back massage. Treat yourself to a little ‘me time’ at Pure Beauty. MECCA BINGO
Mecca Bingo in Dundee is one of the best places to win. With a range of events and fun and friendly staff, it’s a firm favourite with the many bingo fans in Dundee. The venue can seat an impressive 1600 people, ensuring that the atmosphere will always lively. Mecca offers a wide range of food on the menu, including Club | Online | Mobile light snacks and hearty meals. club runs promotions on different evenings throughout Mecca Dundee Playhouse the week, so you can pay just £10 for a whole The Playhouse, 104-110 Nethergate Dundee, DD1 4EH Sunday afternoon or £15 for a Friday night. Just 01382 201 580 pop along and play straight away: no need for [email protected] membership, simply buy your bingo books at the book sales counter and take a seat. The teller will always explain the rules, so even if you’re a beginner you can still take part in the fun. Whether you shout ‘Here!’ ‘Bingo!’ or ‘House!’ is up to you: you’ll still get a fantastic www.meccabingo.com prize regardless.
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CARNOUSTIE GOLF LINKS
Formally instituted in 1842, Carnoustie Golf Club can boast of being one of the ten oldest golf clubs in the world, and one of the best courses to boot. The Championship course is widely recognised CARNOUSTIE GOLF LINKS as the toughest stretch in VENUE FOR THE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS SINCE 1931 Open Championship golf: it’s a par 72, but with a standard stretch score for amateurs of 75. Members 20 Links Parade | Carnoustie | DD7 7JE are also able to play on the Burnside and Buddon Course Booking and General Enquiries: Links, two of the other first- class courses in Carnoustie. Email: [email protected] The Burnside’s 5th and Phone: 01241 802270 14th holes are particularly challenging, so the course Contact the Professional Shop: is in no way overshadowed Email: [email protected] by its illustrious neighbour. Phone: 01241 802281 As for Buddon Links, it was only opened in 1979, but is the perfect place to practice for the more challenging Championship course. After an exciting day of golf you can relax in the welcoming atmosphere of the clubhouse, where parties large and small are welcome to have a rest. There are two bars, three lounges and a dining room to sit 40, so you’ll be well carnoustiegolflinks.co.uk catered for however long you plan to stay.
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Name Tel Web Page Apex City Quay Hotel 01382 202404 www.apexhotels.co.uk 80 Atholl Palace Hotel 01796 472400 www.athollpalace.com 92 Ballathie House Hotel 01250 883268 www.ballathiehousehotel.com 95 Balmuirfield House 01382 819655 www.balmuirfieldhouse.com Cameron House 01389 310777 www.cameronhouse.co.uk 96 Carnoustie Golf Hotel 0844 815 9833 www.bespokehotels.com 91 CLC Duchally Country Estate 01764 633071 www.duchally.co.uk 94 Double Tree by Hilton 01382 641122 doubletree3.hilton.com 83 Fairmont St Andrews Hotel 01334 837000 www.fairmont.com 84 Gleneagles Hotel 0800 3893737 www.gleneagles.com 81 Greyfriars Hotel 01334 474906 www.greenkinginns.co.uk 85 Holiday Inn Express 01382 314330 www.ihg.com 88 Hotel Du Vin 01334 845313 www.hotelduvin.com 82 Inchture Hotel 01828 686298 www.inchture-hotel.co.uk 88 Invercarse Hotel 01382 644112 www.invercarsehotel.co.uk 93 Malmaison 01382 339715 www.malmaison.com 87 Old Course Hotel 01334 474371 www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk Premier Inn 0871 5278320 www.premierinn.com 89 Queen's Hotel 01382 322515 www.queenshotel-dundee.com Rooms at the Saint 01334 473186 www.the-saint-bar-co.uk 97 Rufflets Hotel 01334 472594 www.rufflets.co.uk 85 Rusacks Hotel 0344 879 9136 www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk 80 Scores Hotel 01334 472451 www.bw-scoreshotel.co.uk 86 Shaftesbury Lodge 01382 669216 www.shaftesburylodge.co.uk Taypark House 01382 643777 www.tayparkhouse.co.uk The Hotel Broughty Ferry 01382 480027 www.hotelbroughtyferry.co.uk 93 The Inn at Lathones 01334 840494 www.innatlathones.co.uk 86 West Park 01382 647171 www.westpark.co.uk 95 Westport Apartments 01382 313666 www.westportservicedapartments.com 90 Woodlands Hotel 01382 480033 www.woodlandsdundee.co.uk
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RUSACKS HOTEL
Even for first-time visitors, St Andrews needs little by way of introduction. Its most famous landmark is arguably the Old Course, and it’s here that Rusacks Hotel can be found. It’s an exquisite setting for an exquisite hotel, overlooking the 18th hole of the revered golf course. Step inside the hotel and immediately there’s a lot to love. Rooms are plush and spacious, with decor based around the history of golf through the ages. Classic Rooms are equipped with period features, plus a few modern conveniences including flatscreen TV and free wifi. Pets are welcome, families are welcome and so are golfing parties. Whether you’re seeking Macdonald Rusacks Hotel St Andrews for its golf or its shoreline, Rusacks Hotel promises the best of both worlds. When Pilmour Links, St Andrews, KY16 9JQ you’ve tired of treading the fairways and skipping 0344 879 9136 across the sand, retreat to Rocca Restaurant, the www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk hotel’s fine dining restaurant, for a hearty meal while the sun sets over the bay. APEX CITY QUAY HOTEL
The Apex Hotel at City Quay offers stunning views over the Tay, as well as being close at hand to all of Dundee’s main attractions. Its 151 luxurious bedrooms are decorated in the finest neutral textiles, designed to make you feel like you have your own personal space. You have the choice of a city room, deluxe room or suite, the latter with some extra space and finishing touches for when you’re planning to stay a little longer. There are also family rooms available, which include two queen-size beds, and children Apex City Quay Hotel can stay and eat free if they’re under 12. If you’re 1 West Victoria Dock Road here for a relaxing weekend, head down to the Dundee, DD1 3PJ Apex Hotel’s own spa, Yu Spa. You can plunge into their stunning Ozone pool, or undergo some aromatherapy in their herbal infused steam 01382 202 404 room. There are also a variety of luxury Elemis [email protected] treatments on offer, combining over 50 therapies www.apexhotels.co.uk from around the world.
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GLENEAGLES HOTEL
So renowned that it needs no introduction, Scotland’s world- famous Gleneagles Hotel is a joy to behold. This golfers’ paradise provides an unforgettable experience for anyone fortunate enough to step through its hallowed doors. Service, as you would expect with such a five-star establishment, is top-notch, with every every possible whim and need readily catered for. Whether dining in one of the superb restaurants, with their mouth-watering Scottish cuisine, walking in the tranquil grounds or even daring to tee off on one of the Championship courses, you will not be disappointed. Country and leisure pursuits are catered for in abundance here, with Gleneagles shooting, fishing and falconry Auchterarder, Perthshire, PH3 1NF all available. Indeed, almost any pleasure you care to think of, be Telephone: 01764 662231 it food, drink or leisure-related, can be found in abundance at Gleneagles. Business events are often hosted within this miniature kingdom, the perfect environment for corporate entertainment. The ultimate dream for some however is to enjoy their wedding in these fairytale surroundings. If you love golf, you’ll love Gleneagles, and if you don’t, well, odds are you’ll love it just as much. It’s that kind of a place. Gleneagles www.gleneagles.com is a national treasure – and rightly so.
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HOTEL DU VIN
For the ultimate in classic sophistication, spend your stay in St Andrews at Hotel Du Vin. This luxurious boutique takes the concept of traditional Scottish hospitality and ramps it up several notches, resulting in a level of service and comfort that can only be described as impeccable. There are thirty-six recently refurbished rooms and suites, and many areas of the hotel afford views of the famed golf course and the sea. Enjoy super-sized beds, fluffy soft towels and dressing gowns, complimentary WiFi, same day laundry services, twenty- four hour room service, monsoon showers and roll top baths. If the prospect of good food, drink and company appeals to you, you don’t even have to be a guest to enjoy the fine French-inspired dining and superb wines on offer here. The stylish bistro overlooks St Andrew’s Bay and is a lovely spot for a meal, coffee or refined afternoon tea. The hotel also 40 The Scores has excellent conference and banqueting facilities, St Andrews, KY16 9AS including a capacious grand ballroom. Whether for a 01334 845313 corporate meeting, wedding www.hotelduvin.com or celebration, it is an ideal location for a memorable and stunning event.
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DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON
Like all Hilton hotels, the Double Tree carries with it a certain weight of expectation. Thankfully it doesn’t disappoint; cleanliness, decor and service are to a standard that is commensurate with the Hilton brand. Surrounded by eight acres of well manicured gardens, the Double Tree promises solace and retreat away from the thrumming city centre. Guest rooms are equipped with a host of comforts and amenities that include plasma TV, internet access, desk and black-out curtains to ensure a restful night’s sleep. King deluxe rooms feature a deep bath tub, walk in shower, mini fridge and king-sized bed, while superior rooms are larger still. Drinks and food are served in the lounge, while good British fare is available from The Maze, the hotel’s fine dining restaurant. Guests can make use of the Double Tree’s fitness centre, which is kitted out with resistance equipment, pool, sauna and steam room. The Double Tree also serves as one of Dundee’s premier business spaces, with up to 120 delegates regularly hosted here for events and conferences. Kingsway West, Dundee, DD2 5JT A 24-hour business centre is TEL: 01382-641122 complemented by meeting spaces of various sizes. Not surprisingly, FAX: 01382-631201 the Double Tree is also used for weddings, with the event space doubletree3.hilton.com providing a cheerful, modern setting in which to celebrate the occasion with family and friends.
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FAIRMONT ST ANDREWS HOTEL
The Fairmont St Andrews is a luxury hotel and spa rolled into one. It’s the place to check in to when you want to relax, unwind and kick back. Rooms are warm and spacious, with soft bedding, excellent amenities and stunning views over the North Sea. For those seeking the ultimate experience, suites are available as well as two and four-bedroom manor houses. Set apart from the hotel itself, these offer five-star living with all the home comforts you could wish for. The Spa itself can rightfully be regarded as a world-class health resort with facilities to match. Enjoy a range of relaxing therapies within 12 calming treatment rooms. Relaxation therapies, facials and massages are administered with the aid of Kerstin Florian and Pure Lochside products. Allow life’s stresses and strains to melt away as you unwind in the serenity of the Spa. What’s more, when you retreat to your room, the pampering doesn’t have to stop. The Spa’s bath Fairmont St Andrews Hotel butler can be called upon to St Andrews, Fife, KY16 8PN run the perfect bath in your hotel room, complete with Tel: 01334 837000 soothing organic bath oils. After a weekend in the Fairmont St [email protected] Andrews, you’ll be reluctant to leave and eager to return. It’s www.fairmont.com that kind of a place.
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GREYFRIARS HOTEL
The Greyfriars Hotel is part of the Belhaven Pub group, offering dependable standards, service and great food. Here you can enjoy all your home comforts while visiting St Andrews. The venue has recently been refurbished and offers twenty tastefully decorated en-suite rooms, with your 129 North Street, St Andrews Fife, KY16 9AG choice of comfy double or twin beds. The design is contemporary Scottish style, providing a fresh and 01334 474906 relaxing place to lay your head at the end of the day. Every room comes with free WiFi and there’s a wealth of activities, eateries, shops and places of historic interest right on your doorstep. As it’s part of a public house, you can enjoy a hearty breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks till the wee small hours on the premises. Dine on traditional pub fare, with many special offers available. The www.greenekinginns.co.uk hotel and pub represents great value, along with /hotels/greyfriars-hotel/ quality accommodation, in an ideal location. RUFFLETS HOTEL
Set in the charming Fife countryside, Rufflets is a picture-perfect white baronial country castle, with climbing foliage adorning its walls like something from a fairy tale. Wander the award-winning gardens, take a champagne afternoon tea in the drawing room and library, and dine on fine food in Seasons Restaurant. Unsurprisingly, this elegant Rufflets Country House Hotel venue with its open fires, period features and Strathkinness Low Road historic grandeur, frequently hosts weddings and St. Andrews, Fife, KY16 9TX special events. The overnight accommodation 01334 472594 options are varied and majestic: choose from a [email protected] suite, a unique room in a turret, a family room, the gatehouse, or hire one of the lodges for a spacious and exclusive home from home. It’s the perfect destination for an upmarket golf break, romantic getaway, corporate function or for Christmas and Hogmanay festivities. Whatever your reason for staying, a visit to Rufflets Country House Hotel is www.rufflets.co.uk an unforgettable experience.
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SCORES HOTEL
With its first tee literally outside the front door, the golfing begins the moment you set foot outside The Scores Hotel. The hotel attracts a blend of business and leisure guests, most of whom will traverse the verdant fairways of the Old Course during their stay. Scores’ enduring success is due to more than its proximity to the golf course however. The building itself is a charming Scores Hotel Victorian retreat, formed out of two town houses, 76 The Scores, St Andrews, KY16 9BB and many of its original drawing rooms have been transformed into luxurious Junior Suites. 01334 472451 Meals are served through the day, with the hotel’s [email protected] Champions Grill open from 7 for breakfast. When you’re looking for a quiet spot to peruse the papers and nurse a cuppa, try Scorecards Bar or Chariots Bar, where light meals are served. Finally, formal dining can be enjoyed in Alexander’s Restaurant, www.bw-scoreshotel.co.uk where local seafood, including East Neuk crab and lobster, is prepared with aplomb. THE INN AT LATHONES
A historic coaching inn makes for a unique place to stay. The Inn at Lathones has been greeting guests for over four centuries and now offers three-star accommodation with modern creature comforts. The accommodation comprises twenty- one contemporary styled rooms, two of which are high-end suites while six of the bedrooms offer that little bit of extra luxury. Set in the scenic East Neuk countryside, the Inn is especially popular Largoward, St Andrews, Fife, KY9 1JE with visiting golf enthusiasts, having some of the 01334 840494 UK’s best courses nearby. It’s also a haven for dog [email protected] lovers due to its pet-friendly policy. Relax in front of the cosy wood-burning stove in the lounge area or tuck into a meal in the charming restaurant. If you’re seeking a magical, one-of-a-kind venue for your big day, The Inn at Lathones caters for weddings in The Stables, The Old Forge and the www.innatlathones.co.uk main restaurant.
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MALMAISON
Dundee’s Malmaison hotel dares - as the brand states - to be different. It’s an altogether luxurious affair, from check in to check out. Each of the 91 bedrooms and suites boast inspired interior design that combines tartan with stylish slate grey, and a full set of ‘Mal Ingredients’ as standard. A power shower, gigantic bed and selection of fine wines and nibbles are just a few of the wonderful provisions that are included with the package. The hotel also offers a selection of suites, including the oversized Super Suite which is furnished with sleigh beds and a large widescreen TV; it would MALMAISON DUNDEE provide the ultimate base for a business trip or honeymoon. 44 WHITEHALL CRESCENT The hotel’s restaurant is just as DUNDEE, DD1 4AY indulgent, with Scottish artwork TEL: 01382 339715 and intimate booths giving the room a warm, cosy ambience. www.malmaison.com The Malmaison wholeheartedly supports locally-sourced food and drink, which is served in The Brasserie where grilled cuts of meat are smoked and cooked to perfection. Afterwards, head to the hotel’s Malbar to sip cocktails or sample fine malt whisky. For those who appreciate the finer things in life, Malmaison Dundee is the epitome of good living. www.theentertainmentguide.co.uk 87 Dundee & St Andrews 2020/21
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
Part of the respected chain of hotels, Dundee’s Holiday Inn Express is a comfortable and convenient option. Whether you’re holidaying in the city or merely passing through on business, you’ll find a relaxed, friendly place in which to rest your head for the night. Its modern glass and steel structure overlooks the dark waters of the Tay, next to the V&A museum. The rooms have everything you could possibly desire, including an en-suite bathroom, tea and coffee-making facilities and, above all, a comfortable bed. If you’re feeling Holiday Inn Express - Dundee peckish in the morning, tuck into a continental style 41 Dock Street breakfast, or indulge in a hot breakfast. You also Dundee won’t need to stray far when it’s time to check out Dundee’s best restaurants and bars. Perfect for DD1 3DR last-minute trips, the Holiday Inn Express offers 01382 314330 affordable accommodation in a prime location. Book a weekend in the City of Discovery and www.ihg.com experience central Scotland’s best shopping and finest hospitality. INCHTURE HOTEL
This small, family-run hotel is perfectly situated in the village of Inchture, only a short distance away from both Perth and Dundee. Not only can you explore all the surrounding attractions, but enjoy the relaxing and welcoming environment created by the hotel’s staff. Inchture has only eight refurbished en-suite bedrooms, so attention to detail and personalised care is ensured. The hotel also has a self-catering cottage for when you’re planning a longer stay, located on the main stretch only minutes away from the premises. It comprises three bedrooms and a fully-equipped kitchen, as well as a Main Street, Inchture, Perthshire, PH14 9RN double sofa bed and a dining room for cosy meals Phone: 01828 686298 in. Inchture Hotel also offers a complete wedding package: its giant Redwoods provide the perfect Fax: 01828 686000 backdrop for photographs, making it a unique yet Email: [email protected] traditional venue. Prices start at just £32 a head, so get in touch with the team and they’ll be happy to www.inchture-hotel.co.uk help you plan the big day.
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PREMIER INN
Just minutes from the A9, Dundee’s city centre Premier Inn is situated next to the ship Discovery. That’s not the only site of interest on its doorstep, as the hotel grants easy access to the city’s main attractions: the Contemporary Art Museum, McManus Galleries and the West End are around the corner, plus an abundance of restaurants, cafes and bars. The hotel itself offers the same service as every other Premier Inn across the country, but enhanced by views across the Tay. Rooms are well equipped, with comfortable beds, desk and en-suite bathroom. Table Table Restaurant serves Dundee North Dundee Central fresh fare and delivers value Camperdown Leisure Park, Discovery Quay, for money, with the option 1 Dayton Drive, Kingsway, Riverside Drive, of choosing anything from a Dundee, DD2 3SQ Dundee, DD1 4XA hearty meal to a light sandwich. Tel: 0871 527 8324 Tel: 0871 527 8320 From steak and chips to salads and pasta, the menu mixes Scottish favourites with Continental offerings. The hotel also provides a specialist business service, with meeting rooms available alongside a catering service; corporate Dundee West Dundee East accounts are naturally Kingsway West, 115-117 Lawers Drive, supported. As a winner of Hotel Dundee, Panmurefield Village, Chain of the Year in the British DD2 5JU Broughty Ferry, DD5 3UP Travel Awards, a good night’s Tel: 0871 527 8326 Tel: 0871 527 8322 sleep is all but assured at the Premier Inn. Check in, grab a shower and then head to the www.premierinn.com bar for a well-earned drink. The weekend starts here.
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WESTPORT APARTMENTS
Serviced apartments are more popular than ever, they’re a great way to explore new cities without breaking the bank. For business events, hen weekends and birthday celebrations, serviced apartments are ideal. Visitors to Dundee can enjoy high class living in the city centre thanks to Westport Luxury Service Apartments. Their contemporary spaces include a fully fitted kitchen and dining room as well as washing machine/dryer and all the electrical goods you could wish for. It’s just like staying at home – if your home was a luxury apartment in the Westport Serviced Apartments heart of Dundee. A 24 hour concierge service, wifi and light 138 West Marketgait, Dundee, DD1 1NJ housekeeping service all come as standard; just as crucially, Tel: 01382 313666 the city’s main shops, bars and restaurants are a few minutes’ [email protected] walk from the apartments. Head to the fifth floor of the complex to check out the Penthouse Bar & Lounge. Open to guests and residents, it serves drinks in a stylish setting, complete with spectacular views across the city. Cakes and pastries are served with freshly brewed coffee through the day, then on Friday and Saturday evening the bar twinkles by candlelight as it turns into an intimate space for supping wine, beer www.westportservicedapartments.com and champagne.
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CARNOUSTIE GOLF HOTEL
Carnoustie Golf Hotel is predominantly known for its amazing views over the Championship course, but it’s a luxurious hotel in its own right. It has 85 luxury en-suite rooms, 11 suites and extensive spa and health facilities. Enjoy a splash in the whirlpool or swimming pool, relax in the sauna or steam room, and get fit in the fully-equipped gymnasium. Professional spa therapists are always on hand to dispense indulgent and The Links | Carnoustie | DD7 7JE luxurious treatments, perfect for winding down after a long Central Reservations: 0844 815 9833 day spent pacing the fairways. Of course, golf is always [email protected] going to be one of the main reasons why visitors flock to this prestigious hotel: just a stone’s throw away you’ll find some of the finest Scottish links courses, where you can test yourself as many great players have done before you. If you’re feeling hungry, head to the award-winning Calder’s Bistro to tuck into a selection of locally- sourced and freshly-prepared dishes. There’s an extensive www.bespokehotels.com wine menu to complement the /carnoustiegolfhotel cuisine, and the knowledgable staff will be more than happy to recommend suitable pairings. Carnoustie Golf Hotel also offers excellent facilities for weddings, including six rooms which can sit up to 250 people.
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ATHOLL PALACE HOTEL
Atholl Palace Hotel is located in the historic town of Pitclochry. Not only does it stand overlooking the wooded parkland ground and surrounding hills, but you may even spot an endangered red squirrel in the vicinity. Of course, there’s more to this hotel than simply wildlife, including its magnificent architecture. The building was originally opened as the Athole Hydropathic in the Victorian period, and retains many of the original features fused with contemporary and convenient facilities. The on-site museum and gardens make it an attractive destination for day Pitlochry, Perthshire, PH16 5LY visitors, as well as the luxurious spa which offers treatments to 01796 472400 help you unwind. During your [email protected] stay, choose from Turret suites, Feature rooms and Manor www.athollpalace.com House rooms, all complete with stunning views to Ben y Vrackie. Atholl Palace lodges are also available, for when you’re planning on self-catering in luxury accommodation: each one is individually designed, and located within the seclusion of the hotel’s walled garden. Atholl Palace is also perfect for weddings and conferences, with a variety of function rooms that equally offer the ideal location for that special event. Just pop along to their next Wedding Fair to glean all the important details.
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THE HOTEL BROUGHTY FERRY
Broughty Ferry Hotel isn’t the biggest hotel in Dundee, but it’s certainly one of the most luxurious. It’s located in the heart of the beautiful seaside village of Broughty Ferry. Enjoy a walk along the beach or an ice cream from the Italian Gelateria around the corner, all the while taking in the sweet fresh air of the seaside. Inside, enjoy one of 16 luxury en-suite rooms, individually designed to meet the highest standards of excellence. Contemporary decor is fused with original period features and architecture. In the Bar - Restaurant - Leisure evenings relax in the leisure suite, complete with 16 West Queen Street indoor heated pool, Swedish style sauna and Broughty Ferry, Dundee DD5 1AR gymnasium: relaxation is what Broughty Ferry 01382 480027 Hotel is all about. Finally, enjoy some of the finest [email protected] cuisine available in Dundee at the Broughty Ferry www.hotelbroughtyferry.co.uk Hotel restaurant. Renowned for majestic Asian cuisine, the team of chefs also create European dishes to suit even the most discerning of palates. INVERCARSE HOTEL
Offering a convenient base for all of Dundee’s major attractions, the Invercarse Hotel is set in beautiful wooded grounds overlooking the River Tay to Fife. The former mansion house offers a private and secluded feel, but only minutes away from the city. The hotel’s lounge and bar offer a friendly and warm ambience in the evening, and the Redwood Restaurant is renowned for its imaginative use of local, fresh produce. Lunch and supper is served every day of the week, and Sunday offers the extremely popular High Tea 371 Perth Road, Dundee DD2 1PG menu. Indulge in a breast of locally shot pheasant, Tel: 01382 644112 or a pumpkin and Bramley apple risotto, served Email: [email protected] with parsnip crisps. The hotel’s Ballroom is also a popular venue for weddings, with large windows www.invercarsehotel.co.uk overlooking the gardens and a dancefloor to make that first song of the night perfect. Just contact the team at Invercarse and they’ll be more than happy to help you plan that special day.
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CLC DUCHALLY COUNTRY ESTATE
The Duchally House Hotel is set in Duchally Country Estate, a spectacular 27 acres of parkland surrounded by the picturesque landscape of Perthshire. Each room boasts a view of the surrounding mountains, glens, lochs and rivers, so relaxation is assured when you take a trip to Duchally House Hotel. The secluded and private grounds are still only one mile away from the A90, so Scotland’s major attractions and cities are all within an hour’s drive. Professional and efficient staff mean your needs are always attended to, whether you require a chauffeur driven car or simply CLC Duchally Country Estate something brought to your room. Self-catering is also an Gleneagles, Auchterarder option in one of the hotel’s 55 Perthshire, PH3 1PN spacious lodges, all decorated to the highest standard to make 01764 663 071 sure you feel in a home away [email protected] from home. The restaurant and bar also have a friendly atmosphere, and have been recognised with awards by the Scottish Tourist Board: enjoy traditional Scottish dishes or International cuisine, all prepared to perfection with the chef’s own innovative twist. All of the ingredients used have been sourced locally in the Perthshire area, and can be certified as traceable, organic www.duchally.co.uk or of freedom origin.
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WEST PARK
West Park Centre is located in the leafy west end of Dundee, and provides facilities for all manner of weddings, conferences and events. Centred around a delightful Victorian mansion, it offers guests traditional elegance with all the convenience of modern facilities. The centre can cater for up to 300, provide overnight accommodation in the summer months, and offer a further 15 meeting rooms to boot. If you’re planning a wedding, know that West Park offers a tranquil setting amidst green and beautiful grounds, offering the perfect setting for those all- Weddings - Conferences - Events important photographs. At West Park the food is prepared using the freshest ingredients sourced 319 Perth Road, Dundee, DD2 1NN locally, and their well-trained staff are consistently Telephone: 01382 647171 friendly and attentive. Just give them a call, and they Email: [email protected] can appoint an experienced wedding co-ordinator to tailor everything to your requirements and desire. Wedding exhibitions are held frequently, so pop www.westpark.co.uk down next time to find out all the important details. BALLATHIE HOUSE HOTEL
The quiet seclusion of Ballathie House Hotel has appealed to customers for years, including Royalty from around the world and various well-known names. The extensive estate near Perth is a popular venue for conferences and meetings, and the countryside charm makes it perfect for that special wedding venue. Of course, if you simply want somewhere to rest for the night then it’s equally luxurious for that purpose. Ballathie also offers additional bedrooms only 100 yards from the main house, complete with their own balcony or patio. Three star accommodation is found in the Sportsman’s Lodge, a building housed within the grounds of Ballathie House but built specifically for guests visiting to fish or hunt in the nearby area. Accommodation aside, the Ballathie restaurant has Kinclaven, Stanley, Perthshire, PH1 4QN been awarded with two AA Rosettes for cuisine. 01250 883268 The head chef Andrew Wilkie and his team delight [email protected] in preparing fresh and local produce, and frequently www.ballathiehousehotel.com compete and win a variety of national competitions.
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CAMERON HOUSE
Cameron House is a grand old building that has been extensively refurbished and is now under new management. Set on the famous banks of Loch Lomond, the retreat is as stunningly beautiful as the waters it overlooks, providing a snapshot of Scotland’s past, served up with all the modern staples we have come to rely on in this day and age. The gracefully-designed rooms are furnished with a blend of contemporary fittings, whilst still paying homage to the house’s baronial past. If all that doesn’t sound tempting enough, then perhaps the prospect of a luxury suite, with breathtaking views to match, will. Alternatively, guests may prefer to stay in one of the nearby lodges so as to enjoy maximum privacy without forsaking any of Cameron House’s comforts. Food-lovers will be in heaven here, with guests offered an envious choice of eating options. The Cameron Grill presents the finest in Highland steaks, while The Boathouse is the place for family dining. Then there’s the specialist Loch Lomond, whisky bar for afterward – or West Dunbartonshire, G83 8QZ even beforehand if you can’t wait that long to savour a dram. 01389 310 777 Relax and unwind in The Spa or [email protected] savour mouth-watering cuisine courtesy of Michelin-starred chef Martin Wishart. How will you choose to spend your www.cameronhouse.co.uk weekend at Cameron House?
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ROOMS AT THE SAINT
Rooms at The Saint has recently undergone refurbishment, marking it out as a niche and boutique place to stay. There are just four double rooms (three of which can be converted to twins) offered on a bed and breakfast basis, with the rooms offering contemporary comfort as well as traditional elegance. Rooms appeal to visitors of all ages and each has an en suite bathroom, flat screen digital Rooms at The Saint TV, tea and coffee making 170 South Street, St Andrews, KY16 9EG facilities, a hairdryer and WiFi access, with a Scottish 01334 473 186 morning feast provided. As [email protected] the rooms are connected to The Saint Bar and Kitchen, it’s very convenient to nip down to the bar or grab a bite in the stylish eatery. You can enjoy the best of Scottish fare from an extensive menu selection with locality, provenance and quality at its heart. The property also has a garden, so you can soak up some rays in the summer months. The rooms get excellent reviews, but as there are so few, it’s worth booking early to avoid disappointment. For golf breaks, weekend getaways and special occasions, embrace www.the-saint-bar.co.uk your heavenly surroundings at The Saint.
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