Angus Folk Museum

Visit one of Scotland's finest folk museums and explore life in rural Scotland during the past 200 years. In the reconstructions of a traditional 'but 'n' ben' cottage, a farm bothy and minister's parlour, visitors can see the stark differences in the lifestyles between workers and the middle classes.

Displayed in a row of charming cottages, built in the 1790s to house estate workers, the Angus Folk Collection has displays covering social history from the cradle to the grave.

Nearby, in traditional buildings, the agricultural section features an excellent exhibition, Life on the Land. Highlights include the 'Lawton Lad' traction engine and the magnificent Glenisla horse-drawn hearse.

Additional Information:

  • Explanatory text in French, German, Italian, Spanish
  • Wheelchair access to all main rooms, toilet
  • Parking
  • Events

     

    Opening Times
    (2007 times)
    31st March to 30th June:
    Weekends only 12.00pm - 5.00pm.

    1st July to 31st August:
    Monday to Saturday 11.00pm - 5.00pm Sunday 1.00pm - 5.00pm.

    1st September to 31st October:
    Weekends only 12.00am - 5.00pm.

    Bank Holiday weekends from Friday to Monday inclusive.

    Admission Charges
    (2007 prices)
    Adult £5.00; Concession £4.00; Family (2 adults + up to 4 children) £14.00; Family (1 adult + up to 4 children) £10.00.

    NTS members free.

    Car Park pay and display £2.00.

    Directions
    Off A94, in Kirk Wynd, Glamis, 5 miles south-west of Forfar, Angus.
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