Designed with Georgian pride and baroque extravagance by renowned architect William Adam, House of Dun is every bit the perfect 18th-century laird’s home.

It took 13 years to complete and the precision shows in the fine details. Joseph Enzer’s plasterwork in the saloon is masterful – classical tableaux and family emblems rise thickly from the walls and ceilings with filigree flourishes. Throughout the house, hand-stitched woolwork and embroideries by Lady Augusta FitzClarence, daughter of William IV and actress Dorothy Jordan, are equally impressive.

Step back in time and be shown round the house by costumed Characters.

In the kitchen, see how the house was at the forefront of technology with a labour-saving clockwork spit to make work easier for the cook and her staff.

The recently renovated Courtyard, housing part of the Angus Folk Collection, uses innovative modes of display to show the stories of Angus.

Finally, step into the wildlife-rich outdoors, where beautiful formal gardens are surrounded by acres of Montrose woodland.

Visitors can also enjoy a bite to eat at Erskine’s Café at House of Dun, or enjoy an overnight stay at House of Dun’s self catering apartments.

Opening Times (House, Shop, Cafe, Gardens & Angus Folk Museum):

10 January to 6 April
Thursday to Sunday, 10.30am to 4.30pm

7 to 21 April
Monday to Sunday, 10.30am to 4.30pm

22 to 30 April
Thursday to Sunday, 10.30am to 4.30pm

1 May to 30 September
Wednesday to Sunday, 10.30am to 4.30pm

1 October to 21 December
Thursday to Sunday, 10.30am to 4.30pm

The estate is open daily throughout the year, from 8am to 8pm.

Entry Fee:

Adult – £16
Concession – £12.50
Family – £36.50
One adult family – £31.50
National Trust for Scotland Members – Free