Angus is steeped in nature, beauty and heritage, to explore at your own pace. Our travel itineraries are packed full of suggestions to help you plan your trip to Angus, whether you’re coming for a day or staying longer.
Take a look at some of the exciting events and festivals taking place in Angus.
The Cortachy Highland Games & Flower Show takes place at Cortachy Castle Grounds, near Kirriemuir, on Sunday 16 August.
Expect a brilliant day of Scottish tradition, local community spirit and family-friendly fun, including:
💪 Caber toss
🔨 Hammer throw
🤝 Tug o’ war
🏃 Hill races
🎶 Piping
💃 Highland dancing
🐾 Dog show
🍰 Tea tent, bar, food vendors and local stalls
All set against the beautiful backdrop of Cortachy Castle.
Bring the family. Bring the dog. Bring your best cheer for the competitors.
👉 Find out more: https://orlo.uk/ApeKQ
The Cortachy Highland Games & Flower Show takes place at Cortachy Castle Grounds, near Kirriemuir, on Sunday 16 August.
Expect a brilliant day of Scottish tradition, local community spirit and family-friendly fun, including:
💪 Caber toss
🔨 Hammer throw
🤝 Tug o’ war
🏃 Hill races
🎶 Piping
💃 Highland dancing
🐾 Dog show
🍰 Tea tent, bar, food vendors and local stalls
All set against the beautiful backdrop of Cortachy Castle.
Bring the family. Bring the dog. Bring your best cheer for the competitors.
👉 Find out more: https://orlo.uk/ApeKQ
🐷 Farmyard fun, outdoor play and peaceful nature moments, welcome to Murton.
Just outside Forfar, Murton Farm, Tearoom and Nature Reserve is packed with family-friendly fun, from friendly animals and birds to sand pits, pedal toys, outdoor play and trampolines.
Then slow things down with a wander around the nature reserve, where lochs, wetlands and well-maintained paths make it perfect for wildlife spotting and fresh-air exploring.
A little glimpse only shows part of the story… come and enjoy it in your own time.
🐷 Farmyard fun, outdoor play and peaceful nature moments, welcome to Murton.
Just outside Forfar, Murton Farm, Tearoom and Nature Reserve is packed with family-friendly fun, from friendly animals and birds to sand pits, pedal toys, outdoor play and trampolines.
Then slow things down with a wander around the nature reserve, where lochs, wetlands and well-maintained paths make it perfect for wildlife spotting and fresh-air exploring.
A little glimpse only shows part of the story… come and enjoy it in your own time.
Buckets, spades, paddling and blue skies. 🌊
Lunan Bay is made for classic family beach days.
This beautiful beach stretches for around two miles, with sand dunes behind it and low cliffs at either end. It’s a great place for paddling, sandcastle building, dune exploring and walks along the shore.
Pack for:
🏖️ Sandcastle competitions
🌊 Paddling at the water’s edge
🐚 Beachcombing
🦆 Birdwatching
🐬 Dolphin spotting if you’re lucky
📸 Views of Red Castle above the bay
👉 Plan your visit: https://orlo.uk/55dJT
Buckets, spades, paddling and blue skies. 🌊
Lunan Bay is made for classic family beach days.
This beautiful beach stretches for around two miles, with sand dunes behind it and low cliffs at either end. It’s a great place for paddling, sandcastle building, dune exploring and walks along the shore.
Pack for:
🏖️ Sandcastle competitions
🌊 Paddling at the water’s edge
🐚 Beachcombing
🦆 Birdwatching
🐬 Dolphin spotting if you’re lucky
📸 Views of Red Castle above the bay
👉 Plan your visit: https://orlo.uk/55dJT
🏰 Angus stories are waiting to be discovered...
There’s so much rich heritage to explore during Doors Open Days, with historic buildings, community halls, creative spaces and unique visitor attractions across Angus.
Look out for:
🏡 Davidson Legacy Cottage, Aberlemno
🏰 Kinnaird Castle, Brechin
🏛️ Inglis Memorial Hall, Forfar
🎨 Hospitalfield House, Arbroath
🔭 Kirriemuir Camera Obscura
Each venue offers a different glimpse into Angus’s past and present — from architecture and community life to creativity and local identity.
📅 Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 September
👉 See the full Doors Open Days programme and plan your visit: https://orlo.uk/gUtMS
🏰 Angus stories are waiting to be discovered...
There’s so much rich heritage to explore during Doors Open Days, with historic buildings, community halls, creative spaces and unique visitor attractions across Angus.
Look out for:
🏡 Davidson Legacy Cottage, Aberlemno
🏰 Kinnaird Castle, Brechin
🏛️ Inglis Memorial Hall, Forfar
🎨 Hospitalfield House, Arbroath
🔭 Kirriemuir Camera Obscura
Each venue offers a different glimpse into Angus’s past and present — from architecture and community life to creativity and local identity.
📅 Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 September
👉 See the full Doors Open Days programme and plan your visit: https://orlo.uk/gUtMS
