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Welcome to our Angus Area Page

Angus offers miles of unspoiled charm; of idyllic beaches, unspoiled glens, rugged mountains and breath-taking scenery to explore. In an area of just 2,200 square kilometres rolling countryside, rugged cliffs, seaside towns, market burghs, turreted castles and ancient relics stand side by side.  With such a rich bounty, Angus offers the perfect environment for a wide variety of historical, cultural, outdoor and leisure pursuits.

 

Arbroath Abbey - Symbol of a Nation

Angus claims one of the most important symbols of Scottish nationhood  in historic Arbroath Abbey. ArbroathabbeyThe Abbey, long associated with the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath in 1320, is now attracting even more visitors interested in Scottish history with the addition of a ?1.8m visitor centre. It is also the focus for the annual Tartan Day celebrations which take place each year to mark the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath on April 6.

Arbroath

 

Arbroath (pop 25,000) is the largest Angus town, and home of the famous Abbey which was founded in 1178. It was at the Abbey in 1320 that the Declaration of Scottish Independence was signed outlining the desire of the Scottish people for self-determination.

Arbroath is a popular east coast holiday resort with fine sandy beaches, spectacular red sandstone cliffs and caves along the coast line. There are some excellent golf courses both in and around the town, together with a Nature Trail. To the south east lies the Bell Rock lighthouse and the Signal Tower (built in 1813), both designed by Robert Stevenson. The Tower now houses the town's museum. Rich in history, Arbroath has a fine abbey (originally a Cluniac priory), in which the Declaration of Arbroath was signed after the Battle of Bannockburn where Robert the Bruce liberated Scotland. Although the author of this Latin document is unknown, it is believed to have been Bernard de Linton, Abbot of Arbroath and Chancellor of Scotland. Arbroath has long been a fishing centre and is particularly associated with kippers and Arbroath Smokies (smoked haddock). As you might expect, the restaurateurs in the area make full use of this fresh local produce. The accommodation available in Arbroath offers the visitor everything from a bed and breakfast establishment to a five star luxury hotel, all of which offer exceptional standards and quality service.

Arbroath has much to offer on a family day out, such as a trip to the miniature railway. Close to the shorefront the award-winning Signal Tower Museum celebrates the town's history, and on the outskirts of the town, at St Vigeans, lies a fine archaeological museum which contains one of Scotland's finest collection of Pictish Stones. Following the aroma of smoked fish you will find yourself at one of the tiny smokehouses that prepare the famous delicacy - the Arbroath Smokie.

Look out for the Arbroath Sea Fest and the Seafront Spectacular, now an annual event, which brings Arbroath and the port to life each summer with a mixture of maritime culture, street theatre and various other entertainments. Do not forget the Bell Rock Blues Festival for all you Blues fans out there.

From the north end of Victoria Park promenade, a walk along the Seaton Cliffs Nature Trail to Carlingheugh Bay will reward you with a close-up view of some amazing sandstone rock formations. With the completion of the new dual-carriageway A92 link between Arbroath and Dundee in late 2005, the future looks promising for Arbroath.