20 Attractions to Explore Near Seaton Cliffs Nature Reserve

The Arbroath cliffs are made up of river-lain sandstones and conglomerates (petrified gravel) of two different ages – 410 million years old and 370 million years old. It also offers a beautiful walk through the bay and enjoy the sound and smell of the sea and walk off the chips.

Arbroath Abbey, in the Scottish town of Arbroath, was founded in 1178 by King William the Lion for a group of Tironensian Benedictine monks from Kelso Abbey. It was consecrated in 1197 with a dedication to the deceased Saint Thomas Becket, whom the king had met at the English court. It was William's only personal foundation — he was buried before the high altar of the church in 1214. The Abbey is cared for by Historic Environment Scotland and is open to the public throughout the year. The distin

The Signal Tower Museum, located near the town’s picturesque harbour, enables visitors to discover the fascinating story of the Bell Rock Lighthouse designed by the famous engineer, Robert Stevenson, as well as an insight into Arbroath’s fishing and maritime past. It serves as an excellent museum celebrating the maritime heritage of Arbroath and its fishing, as well as at lighthouses and, in particular, at the Bell Rock Lighthouse.

St Vigeans Sculptured Stones Museum, located in the Angus village of St Vigeans, houses an outstanding collection of Pictish carved stones. IT has 38 carved stones which once stood up in the old church and are amongst the last of Pictish art, making them internationally important. The displays include hands-on interactives, audio and tactile elements and a touch screen database through which the detail of the stones can be explored.

Hospitalfield House is a stunning early Arts & Crafts Scottish Baronial country house, left in trust in 1890 to support artists. Hospitalfield is a place to work, study, learn, visit and enjoy. Hospitalfield House, in its beautiful location overlooking the North Sea, is the house of artist and collector Patrick Allan-Fraser and his wife Elizabeth Fraser.

Hospitalfield House is a stunning early Arts & Crafts Scottish Baronial country house, left in trust in 1890 to support artists. Its collection are a rare example of the patronage of one person, Patrick Allan-Fraser. A Picture Gallery he designed himself houses artworks by a generation of British artists from his own peer group.

This beautiful castle was attractively situated, about ½ mile from the Angus coast and about 1½ miles south of Lunan Bay, which is a renowned and award winning beach. The castle sits within its own policies, and is surrounded by farmland. The garden and courtyard walls, together with the wooded grounds which have been supplemented by more recent plantings, ensure that the castle enjoys privacy as well as having an attractive setting.

This is a majestic castle built in 1553 with round towers at the angles, both of which were originally brought out to the square at the top by means of corbelling, but only one retains this feature. It now offers guests a fantastic adventure staying in this historic environment of turrets, towers and vaulted rooms but with the advantage of modern conveniences such as central heating, modern bathrooms and a newly installed eco rustic wooden barrelled hot tub, heated by a wood burning stove.

This old majestic castle stands on high ground overlooking Lunan Bay, on the North Sea coast. Only a part of the fifteenth century rectangular tower, and the 2-metre thick east curtain wall remain. The remains are those of the 15th-century keep, and the surrounding wall, or enceinte, which may date from the 13th century. A midden below the castle is continually eroding, yielding a number of artefacts now in the Montrose Museum. The castle is protected as scheduled monument.

Lunan Bay is located in Angus on the east coast of Scotland. It is home to one of the finest beaches in Scotland offering visitors a secluded haven away from the crowds. Visitors can enjoy the dramatic Angus coastline with cliffs located to the north and south. The fine beach and impressive natural scenery around it offers a place to enjoy a break away from the crowds.

Carnoustie Golf Links is an iconic, world-leading golf destination in Scotland and home to ‘Golf’s Greatest Test’. Golf has been played at the Links since the 16th century and it was Carnoustie natives who went on to establish the Professional Golfer’s Associations of America and Australia.

The small pretty beach in Carnoustie is located just a few minutes walking distance from the train station and town centre. The beach slopes gently into the sea, and at high tide the water can come all the way up to the sea wall. At low tide the distance to the water’s edge can be as much as 300 metres, so it is best to check the tide times before visiting.

A beautiful eighteenth century house with courtyard, walled garden, rose garden, alpine meadow, woodland garden and riverside walk. An extensive and diverse collection of plants, interesting kitchen garden, spacious lawns, river and lochside walks beneath fine trees. A wide variety of shrubs with good autumn colour and a picturesque turreted doo'cot and a 'Gothick' wash-house.

Dunninald Castle is a family home with an acclaimed walled garden, set in a planned landscape of woods and wild garden. Dunninald Castle is a large two-storey Gothic Revival castellated mansion house was completed in 1824 by the architect James Gillespie Graham. It has a three-storey corner tower and stair turret and good interiors. Guided tours of the castle explain the history of the house, the collections of furniture, paintings and displays of fine needlework photographs and memorabilia, ex

A majestic 15th century castle with beautifully manicured walled gardens, perfect for outdoor weddings. An exclusive use venue, it has a 200-seat pavilion, 22 bedrooms and a private 9-hole golf course. The castle dates back to the 15th century, although much of the present building is of 19th-century origin. It is now a private house for Mr. Dan Peña. Guthrie Castle comprises a tower house, originally built by Sir David Guthrie , Treasurer and Lord Justice-General of Scotland, in 1468. The Guthr

Crombie Country Park consists of 200 acres of woodland around the striking Crombie Loch. Enjoy 7 km of woodland trails, including the Discovery Trail where you can find out about Crombie’s fascinating social and natural history. The area is a fantastic place to spot wildlife. Look out for red squirrels, woodpeckers, roe deer and waterfowl as you explore the woodland and loch.

The Barry Burn, otherwise known as Pitairlie Burn is a minor river in Angus, Scotland. It rises in the eastern portion of the Sidlaw Hills and flows past Newbigging, through Barry and the western part of Carnoustie, before taking a meandering course through Carnoustie Golf Links.

A beautiful country Park consists of 200 acres of woodland around the striking Crombie Loch. Enjoy 7 km of woodland trails, including the Discovery Trail where you can find out about Crombie’s fascinating social and natural history. Children will love the adventure play area, and picnic and barbecue areas are also available.

Barry Mill is now one of only a handful of mills still powered by water. Rebuilt after a fire around 1814, it is probably the largest and finest example of its type still in operation. This is a magnificent example of the country’s industrial heritage and you can learn. The water-powered mill produced oatmeal and animal feed, as well as providing work for local people, right up until 1982.