Attractions

Montrose is a family beach with a handy promenade and car parking, plus shop and amusement centre. It also has a Seafront Splash play area for children, pools, pitch and putt and an ice cream parlour. The quirky Trail Pavilion, built in 1913, houses the public toilets, open at peak times.

Montrose Air Station has an amazing history to tell, becoming the first operational military air station in Great Britain when it was established in February 1913. There is something for everyone regardless of age. We are not just another aviation museum, we also aim to tell the stories of the brave men and women who served and worked here from 1913 until 1952 when it finally closed.
 

Blending centuries of golfing heritage with the desire to embrace inclusion and advance the modern game, Montrose Golf Links offers a golfing experience like no other.

With two distinct courses, the challenging 1562 Championship and equally captivating Broomfield Course, players of all levels can enjoy 36 holes of traditional Scottish links golf amidst stunning scenery.

Each provides a thrilling game with plenty of deep bunkers, sandy dunes and sloping greens to truly put your golf skills to the test.

Montrose Basin is the enclosed estuary of the South Esk River. The reserve includes a 4-star visitor centre along with four remote bird hides. Covering 750 hectares, Montrose Basin is home to thousands of migratory birds including pink-footed geese, common terns, knots and sedge warblers. Highlights include telescopes, binoculars and live footage of migratory birds. Children will love the interactive toys, games and puzzles. Children's activities and themed events are held regularly, as well as formal and informal educational groups run throughout the year. Fairtrade tea and coffee can be enjoyed with panoramic views across the Basin, and a range of wildlife gifts are available from the gift shop.

The windswept, storm-battered dunes of St Cyrus might National Nature Reserve (NNR) seem a little inhospitable. Winter storms and salty winds wreak havoc along the coastline. But natural barriers of inland cliffs and a seaward ridge of sand dunes protect the St Cyrus grasslands from the ravages of the weather. The result is a small strip of warmth nestled on the north-east coast.

This is one of the richest and most diverse reserves in Britain. In summer it’s awash with wildflowers and a haven for insects. There are many species of breeding birds, including meadow pipit, stonechat and skylark. In winter, large numbers of waders, ducks, geese and swans visit the estuary. And native Scottish cattle breeds graze the reserve from April to October.

Whether your interest is birds, botany or butterflies & moths, you’ll find plenty of interest at any time of year. Or just come for a walk and enjoy the sea views. One of the best ways to see the reserve is to explore the paths or walk along the extensive sandy beach.
 

4 Beautiful Walled Gardens in the grounds of a historic Georgian Mansion. There are fabulous views over Montrose Town and Montrose Basin. A 20 acre Wildflower Meadow with its abundance of Wildlife, has tracks mown through to give access to the WildLife Pond and Standing Stone. Ancient Trees add to the beauty of the natural landscape.

Nestled in the heart of the Angus community, Charleton Farm has been a beloved destination for locals and travelers alike for generations. Under the stewardship of Graeme and Lisa McColl since March 2021, our farm continues to offer a warm welcome and memorable experiences year-round. Join us and discover why a visit to Charleton Farm is always worth the journey.

Opened in 1842 by Montrose Natural History and Antiquarian Society, Montrose Museum tells the story of Montrose and its people, from the earliest archaeological finds to the Marquis of Montrose and the Jacobite uprisings, the harbour and maritime trade. The museum came into being when in 1841 the Montrose Natural History and Antiquarian Society started a fund to expand its space, in order to hours its curiosities and wonders ranging from geological and ethnographical artefacts to a collection of natural history objects and fine art. It was one of the first purpose-built museums in Scotland and houses its series of displays in the neo-classical building's spacious atrium, mezzanine and galleries. Accredited in 2009 the collections are owned by Angus Council and cared for by ANGUSalive. The museum has something for all ages and has free admission.