Location: Arbroath
Top Things to do in Arbroath
The 7 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Arbroath, Scotland
Arbroath (/ɑːrˈbroʊθ/) or Aberbrothock (Scottish Gaelic: Obar Bhrothaig, [opəɾˈvɾo.ɪkʲ]) is a former royal burgh and the largest town in the council area of Angus in Scotland, and has a population of 23,902. It lies on the North Sea coast, around 16 miles (25.7 km) ENE of Dundee and 45 miles (72.4 km) SSW of Aberdeen.
Restaurants in Arbroath
1. St Vigeans Stones and Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
This site is closed for now. We’re working hard to gradually reopen the places you love while making sure the experience is safe for everyone. It is hard to believe that this sleepy Angus village of St Vigeans was once the centre of a royal estate and of huge religious importance, bustling with prayerful pilgrims and monks. This was more than 1,000 years ago, so visitors could be forgiven for missing the evidence that is scattered around and in the walls of the late medieval church perched on a striking 40ft mound in front of them. The most important indications of the village’s powerful past can be found in two adjoining sandstone cottages along its only street. Within their walls in Historic Scotland’s museum are housed 38 carved stones, which had once stood up on the old church mound to broadcast early messages of the true Christian faith.The newly refurbished museum gives overdue recognition to the significance of the carvings.
2. Signal Tower Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 170 reviews
Reviewed By grayfam - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
The only thing I knew about Abroath was that I love Smokies - and visiting thier home we just decided to pop in here ( to avoid the rain to be honest). Welcomed by a friendly enthousiastic volunteer who pointed out the Bell Rock on the horizon - had not even heard of it before....why ? Absolutely loved our trip to this museum, we stayed well over an hour. The film was a fantastic introduction, and the exhibits brought the whole history to life. Have even done a little further research on Rock Lighouses since we returned home - its an utterly fascinating aspect of history I had never previously considered. Added to that the Museum building is a Georgian gem and has an interesting history of its own. Its free - unbelievable !
3. Webster Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By lynnw266
Went to see vampires rock on Sunday 24th Feb. Really entertaining and lots of humour. Comfortable seats and nice sized venue. Steve Steinman provides lots of humour as the Baron. Sam Bailey was fantastic as the vampire queen and her singing was amazing. Well worth going to see. Friendly and comfortable venue.
4. Hospitalfield Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Dedicated to contemporary art and ideas, Hospitalfield is a place to work, study, learn, visit and enjoy. Hospitalfield is an historic house in Arbroath which operates as a residential facility for groups and as a venue for events including conferences and exclusive use study visits. The building is a celebrated example of the Arts & Crafts style and is set withing beautiful gardens and grounds. Hospitalfield offer guided tours for groups and individuals, a cafe serving fresh and lively local food and accommodation over 12 bedrooms.
5. Chalmers Filmhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By InaDundee
Wow, this place is great, what a fabulous way to visit. It’s very comfortable and quirky which adds to the whole experience. I have been twice in the past week and would definitely recommend everyone to go along and enjoy the new experience it has to offer. Not only that it’s better priced than any other cinema I have been to. Lovely friendly staff and even has a great restaurant attached. Perfect for a good day or night out.
6. Jumping Joeys
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 57 reviews
Children's soft play centre Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 10am till 4.00pm Friday to Sunday 10am till 6.00pm Cafe supplying refreshments, hot and cold snacks and food menu.
Reviewed By 806helenp - Reading, United Kingdom
Ive been to a few different soft Play Centres with my Nephew and this was by far the best ! Lovely friendly staff, great food and drink on offer at a great price. You also only pay for the child playing not the amount of adults - as some places do charge adults. The children’s area was huge with lots of activities for all ages. Plenty of tables and chairs surrounding it for adults all the was to outside play area. Well worth a visit if you have children.
7. Pleasureland
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By 717logans
Fun place to take kids! Yes a bit old and run down but our kids (2 and 3) always love it and for the price you can’t complain.. you could pay a lot more to keep the kids entertained. An Arbroath classic— nothing like it anywhere else!
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