Scotland is revered internationally as a mature sporting destination that offers visitors outstanding experiences amongst stunning and dramatic landscapes. The country is also steeped in colourful history, tradition and culture which provide the sporting visitor with, what many across the world regard as an unrivalled overall experience.
However, what makes Scotland such a special country sports destination is not just a few high profile activities, but rather the amazing diversity of sporting opportunities available to the visitor and the complete landscape contrasts from mountain to moorland and coastal to forest and lowland hills that are all available within such an easily accessible geographical area.
Angus has a rich heritage of castles (Glamis) and cathedrals so for those interested in medieval antiquities advice on their locations can be given.
With twenty golf courses within 1 hour and outstanding equestrian facilities nearby, fishing on the river South Esk (3 miles). Parker’s provides an abundance of recreational pursuits to suit every level.
For those that thrive on the hustle and bustle of everyday life the market towns of Forfar (8 miles), Montrose (8 miles), Arbroath (11 miles), Brechin (3 miles) have a wide diversity of shops.
Through out the summer months they celebrate festivals of the sea, arts and with the many Farmers markets and Country fares and pageantry’s there is simply so much to experience.
Angus is world renowned for its contribution to Scotland’s larder; Aberdeen Angus beef, soft fruit, smokies. Many eating-places within a short drive have been awarded outstanding achievements for their imaginative use of these culinary ingredients.
For those travellers with young children Angus has so much to offer from country parks to museums and child friendly restaurants.
Montrose benefits from rail links to Aberdeen, Perth, Edinburgh and Glasgow so venturing further a field without the car is possible thus you can enjoy the cultural experiences of city life all within a day.
The A90 (4 miles) links you to three international airports within 2 hours.
