Angus and Dundee
A visit to the ancient land of Angus and the east coast city of Dundee rewards you with unspoilt glens, stunning rugged coastlines and a vibrant city.
The Angus glens offer a real treasure trove of hillwalking or, if you fancy a stroll along the beach, head to the coast and discover the red sands of Lunan Bay, complete with its own ruined castle.
Alternatively, take the path alongside the Seaton Cliffs and discover a rich array of coastal flora and fauna. You can reward yourself at the nearby town of Arbroath by sampling local delicacy, the famous Arbroath Smokie, a delicious smoked haddock dish, cooked in the traditional way.
Once Scotland's ancient and historic heartland, the area is rich in historical and cultural gems. Angus is home to a range of stunning visitor attractions from castles to ruins, highlighting the area’s historical significance - it was in the ruins of Arbroath Abbey that Scotland was declared independent in 1320.
Discover the region’s Pictish heritage with a walk around the ancient Iron Age forts at the foot of Glen Lethnot, or pay a visit to the museum Pictvia in Brechin to find out more.
Angus is a haven for wildlife, from the thousands of migratory birds landing on the mud flats of Montrose Basin to the rutting stags in the forests and glens further inland. Here, you may catch a glimpse of the elusive capercaillie or spot eagles soaring across the sky.
Discover the lively arts scene of Dundee, home to a blossoming cultural quarter where thought-provoking art and literature sit alongside cosmopolitan cinema and theatre. Sitting where the mighty River Tay flows out to sea, the city offers plenty of shopping, restaurants, golf and is home to Captain Scott’s ship, the Discovery, which sailed to Antarctica and is now berthed in Dundee.
