Craigmill

Settlement in Angus

Scotland

Craigmill

Church Hall This looks as if it was once a kirk in its own right, but it&#039;s now a hall belonging to the parish kirk. — Church Hall Credit: Anne Burgess

Craigmill is a small village located in the county of Angus, Scotland. Situated in the eastern part of the country, it is nestled amidst picturesque rolling hills and stunning natural landscapes. The village is situated approximately 10 miles southwest of the town of Forfar and 20 miles north of Dundee.

With a population of around 500 residents, Craigmill exudes a tranquil and close-knit community atmosphere. The village primarily consists of residential properties, with a few local businesses and amenities. The architecture in Craigmill is predominantly traditional, with charming stone cottages and houses dotting the landscape.

The village benefits from its idyllic rural setting, offering residents and visitors plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. The surrounding area is ideal for hiking, cycling, and exploring the nearby Angus Glens, which are renowned for their breathtaking beauty and diverse wildlife.

Although Craigmill may be small in size, it is conveniently located near larger towns and cities. For those seeking more extensive amenities, the nearby town of Forfar offers a range of shops, supermarkets, and leisure facilities.

Craigmill is also within easy reach of the bustling city of Dundee, which provides further opportunities for employment, education, and cultural experiences. Additionally, the village benefits from good transportation links, with regular bus services connecting it to neighboring towns and cities.

Overall, Craigmill is a peaceful and picturesque village that offers a tranquil countryside lifestyle, while also providing easy access to the amenities and attractions of larger nearby towns and cities.

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Craigmill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.50509/-2.700186 or Grid Reference NO5735. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Church Hall

This looks as if it was once a kirk in its own right, but it's now a hall belonging to the parish kirk.

Anne Burgess

Carnoustie Parish Kirk

Built 1900-1902 to a design by Peter Macrgegor Chalmers in Early Christian and Neo-Romanesque style. It was supposed to have a steeple or spire but this was never built. It's one of only five listed buildings in the whole of the town of Carnoustie, being Category C Listed. See Link

for details.

Anne Burgess

Former Kirk

This is now a carpet shop, but it is marked on the Second Edition of the Ordnance Survey 25-inch map as one of three United Free kirks in Carnoustie. It was designed by Robert Baldie and built in 1872-1873.

Anne Burgess

West Path

A side street off Dundee Road, named on the late Victorian maps as Camus Street. The Georgian house is Moruen, formerly known as Agrabank.

Anne Burgess

Church of the Holy Rood

This is an Episcopal church, designed by Alexander Ross and dating from 1880-1881. It is one of only five Listed buildings in the whole town of Carnoustie, being Category B Listed. See Link

for details.

Anne Burgess

Carnoustie Station

The East Coast Line heading eastwards at Carnoustie Station.

Scott Cormie

Carnoustie War Memorial

Carnoustie War Memorial on the north side of the High Street.

Scott Cormie

Church of the Holy Rood

Church of the Holy Rood Episcopal Church in Carnoustie, viewed from the corner of the street to the east.

Scott Cormie

Sundial in Carnoustie

Vertically mounted sundial from 2003, on a plinth in a circular paved area, north of the High Street in Carnoustie.

Scott Cormie

Speeding through Carnoustie - 43126

Peter Moore

Golf Street Station

One of the least used stations in the UK. Generally less than 1000 passengers a year.

Peter Moore

Carnoustie beach

Looking north east up this long sandy beach. Carnoustie Panbride Church spire is on the horizon - a Church of Scotland building built in the 19th century on a 12th century church site.

Andrew Shannon

Carnoustie beach from the south

Even at low tide, there is no sand on the eastern side of the coastal defences.

Aleks Scholz

Carnoustie Golf Links

Carnoustie Golf Links is in Carnoustie, Angus. Carnoustie has four courses – the historic Championship Course, the Burnside Course, the Buddon Links Course and a free-to-play short, five-hole course called The Nestie. Carnoustie Golf Links is one of the venues in the Open Championship rotation and has hosted golf's oldest major on eight occasions (1931, 1937, 1953, 1968, 1975, 1999, 2007, 2018), as well as the Senior Open Championship in 2010 and 2016 and the Women's British Open in 2011 and 2021. Wikipedia: Link

N Chadwick