Angus Coast Accommodation

Stunning Montrose Beach - one of six Blue Flag beaches in Scotland, Angus Coast

Montrose Golf adjacent to Montrose Beach

William Lamb Sculpture - The Minesweeper, Montrose Prom

Arbroath Harbour - simply stunning, Angus Coast

Arbroath Abbey, Angus Coast

Arbroath Beach & Museum, Angus Coast

Hide Hut Looking out across the Montrose Basin, Montrose, Angus Coast

Angus Coast Scotland, Montrose B&B Scotland, Arbroath Scotland UK

When you think of the Angus coast, you might think Carnoustie golf, Arbroath smokies and more golf at the Montrose Links. Scottish golf is here aplenty, but what you might not know is that some of Scotland's prettiest beaches line the Angus coast at Montrose and Carnoustie, and Arbroath's historic picturesque harbour complex is not to be missed. Look for William Lamb's sculptures around Montrose and tour Arbroath's red stone abbey ruins. Birdwatchers will be in their element at the Montrose Basin, a haven for birds in the heart of Angus.

Arbroath Tourist Information Centre, Harbour Visitor Centre, Fish Market Quay, Arbroath, DD11 1PS. Tel. 01241 872609.

Montrose Golf Scotland, Montrose Beach, William Lamb Sculptures Montrose, Angus Coast

The Montrose stretch of the Angus coast is stunning indeed. Montrose beach (pictured left) is a well kept secret, never overwhelmed by huge crowds and a welcome diversion for family golf holidays. Montrose promenade area, close to the main beach has a paddling pool and adventure playground area for kids. The adjacent Montrose Pavilion, beautifully restored, adds character as does the William Lamb sculpture which looks out to the lighthouse. Ample parking is available around the Montrose beach areas.

Home to the world's 5th oldest golf course, Montrose is just one of the centres for Scotland golf along the Angus golf coast. The golf links of Montrose have been played for over 400 years and have a long history (see the Montrose Golf Links website right for the full fascinating history).

Montrose Golf Links consist of two historic courses - The Medal Course right on the coast, which has played host to the Scottish Professional Championships in 1967 and 1970. This course is particularly popular today with younger golf players looking to improve. Th course has served as Final Qualifying Course for the Open Championships. The second golf course is Broomfield, another 18 hole golf course.

Three, no less, golf clubs exist in Montrose - Royal Motnrose Golf Club, Montrose Mercantile Golf Club and Montrose Caledonia Golf Club. (see direct links to these via the Montrose Links website).

The Montrose Basin Visitor Centre & Wildlife Reserve, Montrose Attractions

It's not just the coast in Montrose that offers much. Move inland slightly and discover the wonders of wildlife and habitats on the Montrose Basin, An almost totally enclosed tidal basin, the Montrose Basin sits where the Esk River pushes out towards the North Sea.

An extremely popular spot with birdwatchers who come here to the hiding holes to view, just to name a small selection, Arctic tern, Curlews, Lapwings, a host of ducks, swans and buzzards, Jackdaws, Grey heron and the list goes on. Ospreys come here too to feed on the fishy food available aplenty.

Numerous events, workshops, guided walks, exhibitions and educational programmes run throughout the year from the Montrose Basin visitor centre (see weblink right for details). The visitor centre is particularly good at involving children, and a play themed area is within the centre.

Montrose Basin Visitor Centre & Wildlife Reserve, Scottish Wildlife Trust, Rossie Braes, Montrose, Angus, DD10 9TJ. Tel. 01674 676336.

Arbroath Scotland, Arbroath Smokies, The Declaration of Arbroath

Nothing beats Arbroath's pretty harbour scene on a bright summer's day. As relaxing spots go, this is a fine chillin' spot. Arbroath's harbour and coastal promenade area reaching towards the Arbroath Museum is seeing some considerable sprucing up. Pleasant cafes sit right on the prom with views out to sea, and a modern visitor centre is soon to open.

Arbroath's pretty harbour is the main attraction, with a history of fishing, and still catching the famous Arbroath Smokies (a choice of fish shops and outlets around Arbroath serve and sell them).

Just down from Arbroath Harbour along the coast sits the Arbroath Signal Tower Museum which digs deep into local Arbroath history, especially around its fishing heritage.

Back in Arbroath's attractive town centre, which is largely pedestrians only, Arbroath Abbey's distinctive red ruins are impressive. The abbey was founded in 1178 by monks of the Tironensian order. Arbroath abbey is where to head to find out more about the famous Declaration of Arbroath as the abbey is closely associated with the signing of this document in 1320 by Scotland's nobles stating their indpendence from England.

More Arbroath Attractions, Angus Coast

Pleasureland Arbroath Amusements is situated just a few hundred yards south of the Signal Tower Museum adjacent to Arbroath Football Club and Seaforth Hotel on the beach front. Tel. 01241 872730 (weblink right). Great seaside fun for kids whatever the weather (plenty of rides both indoors and outdoors). Rides include a giant inflatable slide, a bungee trampoline, waltzer, dodgems, an amusement arcade and indoor Ramboland play area for the tots under 5. A snack bar is on-site.

Keer's Miniature Railway in Abroath is a favourite seaside attraction. The line runs a quarter of a mile along the seafront. This miniature railway in Arbroath is Scotland's oldest, and a bit of a tradition in the town. Checkout the Keer's Miniature Railway website right and take a look at its history page. Visitors and locals have been riding the miniature trains here since 22nd June 1935!

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