Other Attractions

Kirriemuir is the birthplace of world famous author Sir James Barrie of 'Peter Pan' fame. Visit his birthplace, and Camera Obscura, his gift to the people of Kirriemuir. Admire Peter's statue in the square. With such an overwhelming choice of things to do and see, local advice and assistance is vital. Resident proprietors Joy and Gerald are always on hand to help you navigate through the wealth of options, and plan your activites and itineries. Their local knowledge and expertise is at your disposal to ensure you enjoy your stay at the Airlie Arms to the full. Visit www.nts.org.uk/barrie for more information.

Kirriemuir Den is a lovely landscaped park with leisure, children's and picnic facilities. And there is an excellent aviation museum, an art gallery and lovely churches, the most recent built in 1991 winning national design awards. A unique sweet shop and some wonderful individual shops and nurseries are well worth a visit.

And Dundee (16 miles) is now a must visit - Discovery point, the Verdant Works and the wonderful new Contemporary Arts Centre in particular.

Regular guides to Dundee and Angus arts, heritage and musical events are now produced and some of the highlights will feature on our web site.

4 miles away is magnificent Glamis Castle, one of Scotland's premier visitor attractions. Glamis village also houses the Angus Folk museum. The Glens provide an abundance of castles, ruins, stately homes and monuments to history. - notable are the castles at Edzell and Cortachy. Visit www.glamis-castle.co.uk for opening times.

For fitness enthusiasts and families, visit Kirriemuir Sports Centre and Swimming Pool. There is also an excellent pool in nearby Forfar (the bridie town) as well as Ice World Ice Rink. Superb children's equestrian facilities available in the Glens.