Visited in late January 2022, this is one of at least two ‘Red Castles’ in Scotland, so this particular entry refers to the Angus version. Located on the hill that overlooks Lunan Bay, on the east coast of Scotland. Lunan is a teeny hamlet, but the area is incredibly popular with local beach goers enjoyingContinue reading “Red Castle (Angus)”
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Arbroath Abbey
Visited in December 2020, the Abbey is currently open to visitors Friday-Monday, although the visitor centre is closed due to COVID-19 restrictions. Nestled in the town centre of Arbroath, in the county of Angus. Built with local red sandstone, the Abbey was founded in 1178 and consecrated in 1197. Abandoned and left to ruin inContinue reading “Arbroath Abbey”
Invermark Castle
Visited in January 2020, Invermark Castle sits at the head of Glen Esk, most easily reached by taking the Edzell turn off from the A90. The roads are windy and the drive from the dual carriageway to the closest car park (marked by a red pointer on the map) is around 40 minutes. The walkContinue reading “Invermark Castle”
Old abodes in Scotland - a practical guide for visiting our best historical haunts 