Tourist attractions Kirriemuir

Glamis Castle is a shining example of a Scottish Castle and is also associated with the Royal Family (it is a residence of the Queen Mother's family) and with literary history. Seen from the end of a tree-lined avenue, the castle is very impressive. ..

The old village school houses an exceptional collection of Picts steles sculpted from red sandstone (7-10C) that were discovered in the region. Cross-shaped flagstones, tombs and various fragments display the life and art of the Picts. Even if not ..

A line of 19C cottages houses a remarkable exhibition of traditional rural life. The part devoted to housing includes a 19C presbytery salon, followed by a dairy, laundry and school room. The following section shows the importance of crafts such as s..

The village has four sculpted Pictish steles dating from the 7 to the 9C. Among the stones lining the roadway, one has a cross flanked by angels and, on the other side, a hunting scene with Pictish symbols. Other examples of these enigmatic symbols..

The birthplace of James Matthew Barrie (1860-1937), playwright and creator of Peter Pan, is a little four-roomed cottage filled with souvenirs of the writer. In the exhibition room, you can see the facets of this discreet man and his mastery of stage..

This shows the valleys of the Highlands to the north and Dundee to the south.

Barrie's tomb is indicated. The short walk provides some fine views of the agricultural landscape around Strathmore.