Historical Interest
The east of Scotland is well known for
many important places of historical interest.
Some consider it to be the so-called Birthplace of Scotland. Angus and Tayside boast some truly splendid castles with impressive gardens as well as many interesting Celtic and neolithic sites.
Other historical places nearby
Dunnottar Castle (Ruin)
Brechin Castle
The Red Castle (Ruin)
Edzell Castel (Ruin)
The Claypotts Castle
Restenneth Priory
St. Orlands Stone
Kirremuir Scuptured Stones
Eassie Sculptured Stone
Ardestie Earth-House
Tealing Dovecot and Earth House
Arbroath Abbey
10.1 miles away
Explore the origins of the most famous document in Scottish history – the Declaration of Arbroath. Scotland’s nobles swore their independence from England in this letter to the Pope, sent from Arbroath Abbey in 1320. Explore the substantial ruins of a Tironensian monastery, founded by William the Lion in 1178.
Glamis Castle
11.8 miles away
Home of the Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne and home of the Lyon family since the 14th century and the inspiration and setting for Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Though King Macbeth’s connections to Glamis are entirely fictional, the castle is steeped in Scottish history with sumptuous interiors and splendid gardens.
Aberlemno Stone
3.5 miles away
There are four stones with Pictish carvings in the village of Aberlemno, variously dating between about AD 500 and 800. Three stand on a roadside, while one stands in the village churchyard. The stones show a range of carvings, from characteristic Pictish symbols to overtly Christian iconography.
House of Dun
11.5 miles away
Set amid glorious gardens and woodland, House of Dun is every inch the perfect
18th-century laird’s home. The Dun Estate boasts some wonderful walks and fantastic views overlooking the Montrose Basin and is one of the most original houses designed by William Adam Senior.