Glamis Castle

Glamis Castle may be one of the most popular attractions in Angus and recieves thousands of visitors every year but does it really deserve all the praise it recieves? - Of course it does! The location is idyllic and the castle is trully majestic. The guided tours of the castle are both fascinating and thoroughly entertaining and the artwork and decor is a sight to behold. It really ives you a taste of what life must have been like for the aristocracy in olden times. The gardens are sprawling and very well kept and you can easily spend the entire day exploring the many different garden areas without ever going inside the castle. Glamis Castle is also host to some excellent events throughout the year including the Grand Scottish Prom in August, the Strathmore Highland Games in June, the Transport Extravaganza in July and the Scottish Countryside Festival,

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Carnoustie Golf Links

This famous championship course is considered one of the top layouts in Britain and has been described as Scotland's ultimate golfing challenge. The course was the site of both the 1999 and 2007 golf open and its 17th hole is widely regarded as the most difficult par 4 in the whole of the united kingdom. Check out the Carnoustie Golf Hotel for accommodation options.

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Lunan Bay

Lunan bay is located just outside Montrose and must be one of the most beautifull beaches in the whole of the united kingdom. On a sunny day there is nothing better than taking the long walk from one end of the beach to the other exploring the caves and marine life you find along the way. There are basic camping facilities at Lunan Bay and very little else except the idylic scenery which is probably what makes this place so special. The beach itself must be at least a mile long but even on the sunniest of days there are very few people. Its fair to say that Lunan bay must be one of Angus's best kept secrets but its just too great to continue being hidden.

The Angus Glens

Just past Kirriemuir lies the Angus Glens. Angus is one of the few parts of Scotland that can boast of having excellent coastal scenery as well as stunning highland Glens. This part of Angus is trully magical with its little villages and tiny wee roads where each corner reveals scenery more impressive than the last. The weather is typically all over the place with some utterly gorgeous days of bright sunshine and high temperatures followed by six months of heavy rain, high winds and snow. Many of the locals claim that Scotland is a place where the land can look even more beautifull when the weather is terrible and if you are ever sitting in a bar up one of the Angus Glens having a pint staring out the window whilst the rain is pelting down you will see exactly what they mean.

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Smokies in Arbroath

Enjoy the genuine article, Arbroath Smokies in the home of their birth. Visit one of the little fish shops on Arbroath harbour for a delicious meal you will not forget. This delicacy has become world famous and is still cooked in the traditional way.

Bedlam Paintball

If shooting your friends in an epic battle to the death sounds like your kind of day out then Bedlam paintball is for you. Their purpose built courses are located just outside Edzell in the far North of Angus and are great for groups whether it's a corporate team building event or just a shoot out with your mates. Packages start from £20 per person but bear in mind that itchy trigger fingers will mean buying more ammo. Bedlam paintball is a great day out which is guaranteed to be a laugh even if you do end up covered in bruises.

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Canyoning

Canyoning is like a triathlon for adrenaline junkies. It basically involves swimming, climbing and abseiling through a gorge. Angus is full of great locations to do this and Forfar based company, Highway 2 offer a number of packages to suit all abilities and budgets. Participants must be confident swimmers. All equipment is provided and you will be supervised by fully trained guides. If canyoning seems like a jump too far then you may want to start with gorge walking which is also offered and involves slightly less terrifying moments.

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Montrose Basin

The Montrose basin is a massive tidal basin and one of the most important bird sanctuaries in Scotland. Most of the birds nest at the basin during the winter months including the Oystercatcher, Wigeon and the Shelduck to name but a few. The basin also has an excellent visitor centre which is manned by dedicated volunteers who will be happy to impart their expert ornithological knowledge of the area. A total of 198 bird species has been recorded on the reserve.

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Forbes of Kingennie Country Resort

There is little better than spending the day fishing and Forbes of Kingennie is an ideal place to do just that with three pools for fly fishing and bait fishing. The centre also boasts an excellent restaurant, bar and a brand new golf course. Forbes of Kingennie is a place for the whole family and its location is perfect for access from Dundee and the rest of Angus. The Resort also has luxury lodges on site and is a very attractive accommodation option.

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Pictavia

Opened in 1999 Pictavia is a fascinating museum that tells the story of the Picts from the 6^th century onwards. Read our review of Pictavia here

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Arbroath Abbey

As far as historic locations in Scotland there are few that are as important as Arbroath Abbey. Arbroath Abbey is located close to the centre of the town of Arbroath and was built over 800 years ago. Arbroath Abbey is where the letter Arbroath was signed and it contained the now infamous line "as long as a hundred of us remain alive, we shall not on any condition be subjected to English rule." Much of the Abbey still exists to this day and there is also a Visitor centre. It has been described as an oasis in the centre of Arbroath and is absolutely worth visiting for its historical significance.