Top 10 Free Things to do in Kirriemuir, Scotland

July 29, 2021 Alida England

Kirriemuir, sometimes called Kirrie, is a burgh in Angus, Scotland. Its history reaches back to earliest recorded times, when it seems to have been a major ecclesiastical centre. Later it was identified with witchcraft, and some older houses still feature a ‘witches stane’ to ward off evil. In the 19th century, it was an important centre of the jute trade. The playwright J.M. Barrie was born and buried here, and a statue of Peter Pan stands in the town square.
Restaurants in Kirriemuir

1. Angus Glens

Eastern Highlands Glen Clova, Kirriemuir Scotland +44 1575 550233 http://archive.angus.gov.uk/leisureaa/rangerservice/angusglens.htm
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5.0 based on 108 reviews

Angus Glens

Reviewed By craigmZ6920JW - Perth, United Kingdom

Excellant walk to mayar and onto driesh with my wife and 2 kids 7 and 9, nice climb corrie fee and great veiws from the top. Car parking good and paths are good,

2. Gateway to the Glens Museum

The Town House 32 High Street 32 High Street, Kirriemuir DD8 4BB Scotland +44 1575 577140 [email protected] http://archive.angus.gov.uk/historyaa/museums/kirriemuir/default.htm
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5.0 based on 52 reviews

Gateway to the Glens Museum

ANGUSalive’s Gateway to the Glens Museum is situated in Kirriemuir Town House, a building that has been at the heart of Kirriemuir since its construction in 1604. The Museum opened in 2001 after the building was carefully restored and conserved. Here at Kirriemuir Gateway to the Glens Museum, local people and visitors to the town can discover the unique atmosphere of historic Kirriemuir and the splendour of the Angus Glens. Stepping through the door, visitors experience a vivid introduction to the history, culture and natural environment of ‘Kirrie’ and the western Angus glens, with recordings of local people, computer interactives and permanent displays. Illustrated talks and children’s events complement and develop the variety of temporary displays that take place throughout the year.

3. Bon Scott Statue

Bellies Brae Car Park, Bellies Brae, Kirriemuir, Kirriemuir DD8 4EB Scotland http://www.bonfest.com
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5.0 based on 168 reviews

Bon Scott Statue

Reviewed By 950anguse - Kirriemuir, United Kingdom

Even in the chilly damp cold of a Northeastern January morning in the Wee Red Town of Kirriemuir, the magnificent statue of Bon Scott in the Bellie's Brae Car Park still compels the great singer's admirers to congregate around it in well-behaved worship of their late rock-star hero. It's not an uncommon site here in our tight-knit community. In fact, I drove past a pretty pile of such people, chatting, admiring, taking and posing for photos, this very morning, and watched them awhile ... thought they might be probably Dutch. Anyway, the now well-established long-weekend annual bean-feast to the great Bon ... Kirriemuir's very own "The Bonfest" begins celebrating on May 3, 4 & 5. ... and the local caterers will be braced to provide all they require. Bon Scott is certainly an asset to the interesting little Scottish town of his birth.

4. Tayside Police Museum Kirriemuir

15 Reform Street, Kirriemuir DD8 4BS Scotland +44 7746 009985 [email protected] http://taysidepolicemuseum.org.uk
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5.0 based on 39 reviews

Tayside Police Museum Kirriemuir

Giving the current circumstances, we have taken the decision to close Tayside Police Museum until further notice. We look forward to opening our doors once again later in the year. Everyone please stay safe, stay well, and look out for one another.

5. Airlie Monument

Airlie Castle Tulloch Hill, Kirriemuir DD8 5NG Scotland
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Airlie Monument

Built in 1901 in honor of David Ogilvy, the 9th Earl of Airlie, who was killed during the Boer War in South Africa.

Reviewed By Cazeroonie

The walk to the monument was manageable for all ages. Our group ranged from 3 years old to 65. The 360degree view from the top was tremendous with far-reaching views to the coast and across the mountains. We all enjoyed the afternoon

6. Bon Scott Plaque

Cumberland Close, Kirriemuir Scotland
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

Bon Scott Plaque

7. Peter Pan Park

Kirriemuir Hill, Kirriemuir Scotland
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

Peter Pan Park

Reviewed By 950anguse - Kirriemuir, United Kingdom

If you were present on The Great Hill of Kirriemuir this the second Monday in the month of October, like me, you would've been drinking in all the beautiful colours autumn brings for us on a warm sunshine day. I was out for a walk ... the area was busy with many walkers like myself, horse riders, dog owners, mums, grand-dads and kids ... and there were a lot of folk around the Camera Obscura Building. I took quite a few photos in the knowledge that such days, even in the year's penultimate season, are rare this far north. Even the Neverland Play-Park was being put to good use with lots of children enjoying this fabulous amenity. The longest and warmest summer since my childhood almost gone, autumn having its brief respite before winter gains the last laugh, the Peter Pan facility and its huge green and lush surroundings are still commanding the public attention they so richly deserve. Great free car park there, don't forget. And now for a reinvigorating walk around the place Winston Churchill, attending Sir J. M. Barrie's funeral in 1937 here, described as, "The Most Beautiful Cemetery in Great Britain." ... or, at least, so said my dad (a member of the Kirrie Scout Group) also invited.

8. Kirriemuir Camera Obscura

Barrie Pavilion, Kirrie Hill, Kirriemuir DD8 4PR Scotland +44 7825 408207 [email protected] http://www.kirriemuircameraobscura.com
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4.5 based on 62 reviews

Kirriemuir Camera Obscura

Due to the current situation, and our duty of care to our volunteer staff and the general public, the Camera and Cafe which were due to open on 21st March, will remain closed until further notice. The public toilets on Kirrie Hill will also remain closed as we cannot guarantee they are sufficiently sanitised. We apologise for any inconvenience but your safety is important to us. The situation will be monitored and we will update on any changes. Thank you for your forbearance

9. Reekie Linn

Glen Isla, Kirriemuir Scotland +44 7572 833339
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4.5 based on 74 reviews

Reekie Linn

Reviewed By silver1600

There are two trails to the falls. Like most people, we took the one that starts at the car park just to the north of the bridge of Craigisla on the B954. (The path on the south side of the river will have to wait till another day.) The walk is attractive, short, easy and straight-forward. By the time we started along the path we had passed 3 signs warning that the it was dangerous. I don't have a great head for heights, but I thought it was fine. However, it is true that there are places on the path where if you are only a step away from a fall, but if you watch your step, you'll be OK. We had my octogenarian parents with me, and while we played it safe and didn't take them all the way to the view of the falls, I'm sure there wouldn't have been a problem if we had. And yes, these falls are impressive.

10. Peel Farm

Lintrathen, Kirriemuir DD85JJ Scotland +44 1575 560205 http://www.peelfarm.com
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4.5 based on 63 reviews

Peel Farm

Reviewed By GemmaStew - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Came across here by chance after visiting reekie linn. Staff were attentive and helpful. The toasties were great, especially the coronation chicken one! Can’t recommend the milkshakes enough, had the crunchie one and must have finished it in seconds! A little on the expensive side but it is obvious the food is of good quality and fresh so don’t mind the extra cost. The cakes looked amazing and can’t wait to return to try them!

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