Barry

Settlement in Angus

Scotland

Barry

1T46 passing through Barry Links station bound for Glasgow Queen Street — 1T46 passing through Barry Links station bound for Glasgow Queen Street Credit: Peter Moore

Barry, Angus is a small coastal village located in the Angus council area of Scotland. Situated on the eastern coast of the country, it lies approximately 4 miles north of Carnoustie and 10 miles east of Dundee. With a population of around 1,000 residents, Barry maintains a close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is renowned for its picturesque setting, nestled between the Angus Glens and the North Sea. The stunning coastline offers sweeping views of the sea and attracts visitors seeking tranquility and natural beauty. The sandy beach, known as Barry Sands, stretches for miles and provides a perfect spot for scenic walks, sunbathing, and various water sports activities.

Barry boasts a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back thousands of years. The village's origins can be traced to the 12th century when it served as a fishing and trading hub. Today, remnants of its past can be seen in the form of historic buildings such as Barry Mill, a restored 19th-century water-powered corn mill that stands as a symbol of the village's industrial heritage.

Despite its small size, Barry offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. These include a primary school, a community hall, a village shop, and a post office. The village also has several pubs and restaurants where locals and tourists can enjoy traditional Scottish cuisine and hospitality.

Overall, Barry, Angus is a charming coastal village that blends natural beauty with historical significance. Its idyllic location, friendly community, and range of amenities make it a desirable destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a glimpse into Scotland's past.

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1T46 passing through Barry Links station bound for Glasgow Queen Street

1T46 passing through Barry Links station bound for Glasgow Queen Street

Fields at Barry

Fields at Barry

Mike Pennington

Road junction T-junction of military roads at Barry Buddon Camp. Going straight leads to Barry. Going right leads to various military ranges and to the lighthouse.

Road junction

T-junction of military roads at Barry Buddon Camp. Going straight leads to Barry. Going right leads to various military ranges and to the lighthouse.

Carnoustie Golf Course

Carnoustie Golf Course

Carnoustie Golf Course 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&#039;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&#039;s British Open in 2011 and 2021.
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Carnoustie Golf Course

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

Carnoustie Golf Course 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&#039;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&#039;s British Open in 2011 and 2021.
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Carnoustie Golf Course

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

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&#039;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&#039;s British Open in 2011 and 2021.
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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

Clayholes Farm

Clayholes Farm

All is safely gathered in The combine harvester has completed its task.

All is safely gathered in

The combine harvester has completed its task.

Level Crossing and Footbridge At Barry Links Station.

Level Crossing and Footbridge

At Barry Links Station.

Cotside Quarry

Cotside Quarry

Farmland at Barry

Farmland at Barry

Long straight on cycle path between Barry and Monifieth On the left is Barry Buddon Army training camp and to the right the Aberdeen-Dundee line.

Long straight on cycle path between Barry and Monifieth

On the left is Barry Buddon Army training camp and to the right the Aberdeen-Dundee line.

Railway and path passing Barry Buddon The path is a useful link past the not inconsiderable obstacle of the army ranges on Buddon Ness.

Railway and path passing Barry Buddon

The path is a useful link past the not inconsiderable obstacle of the army ranges on Buddon Ness.

HST passing Barry Buddon Camp

HST passing Barry Buddon Camp

Newly planted trees, Barry Buddon Camp There has been a lot of planting around the edge of the army ranges recently.

Newly planted trees, Barry Buddon Camp

There has been a lot of planting around the edge of the army ranges recently.

Benthead A ruin on the links behind Buddon Ness (over the railway from the ranges). There is also a railway milepost, presumably the distance from Dundee.

Benthead

A ruin on the links behind Buddon Ness (over the railway from the ranges). There is also a railway milepost, presumably the distance from Dundee.

Young trees, Barry Buddon Some of the extensive new plantings on the army ranges. There have also been considerable woodland planting at RM Condor at Arbroath.

Young trees, Barry Buddon

Some of the extensive new plantings on the army ranges. There have also been considerable woodland planting at RM Condor at Arbroath.

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Barry is located at Grid Ref: NO5334 (Lat: 56.499495, Lng: -2.753966)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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Bus Stop

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Naptan Street: Barry Bypass

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Source: naptan_import

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Bus Stop

Bypass East

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Source: naptan_import

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Bus Stop

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Naptan Verified: no

Operator: Stagecoach

Route Ref: 73

Source: naptan_import

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Bus Stop

Westfield

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Naptan Bearing: NE

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Naptan Verified: no

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Bus Stop

Fernbrae

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Naptan Bearing: SW

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Naptan Indicator: opp Fernbrae

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Naptan Street: Main Road

Naptan Verified: no

Operator: Stagecoach

Route Ref: 73

Source: naptan_import

Towards: Ninewells Hospital

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Bus Stop

Fernbrae

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Naptan Bearing: E

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Naptan NaptanCode: 26425927

Naptan Street: Main Road

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Bus Stop

Old Post Office

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Naptan Street: A930

Naptan Verified: no

Source: naptan_import

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Bus Stop

Old Post Office

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Naptan Street: A930

Naptan Verified: no

Operator: Stagecoach

Route Ref: 73

Source: naptan_import

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Bus Stop

Barry School

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Naptan Street: A930

Naptan Verified: no

Operator: Stagecoach

Route Ref: 73

Source: naptan_import

Towards: Ninewells Hospital

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Bus Stop

Barry Old School

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Naptan Indicator: opp Old School

Naptan Landmark: Barry Old School

Naptan NaptanCode: 26423684

Naptan Street: A930

Naptan Verified: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 56.4998364/-2.7463952

Bus Stop

Barry Parish Church

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Naptan Bearing: S

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Naptan Indicator: at Church

Naptan Landmark: Barry Parish Church

Naptan NaptanCode: 26423682

Naptan Street: A930

Naptan Verified: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 56.4993261/-2.7535328

Turning Circle

Lat/Long: 56.5012759/-2.7489212

Turning Circle

Lat/Long: 56.5005895/-2.7466642

Barry

Name Gd: Barraidh

Place: village

Wikidata: Q4863943

Wikipedia: en:Barry, Angus

Lat/Long: 56.4991314/-2.7561228

Greenlawhill

Place: hamlet

Lat/Long: 56.501078/-2.7470149

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 56.4999921/-2.7593731

Power: pole

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Power: pole

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Power: pole

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Power: pole

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Power: pole

Lat/Long: 56.5020596/-2.7576554

Power: pole

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Power: pole

Lat/Long: 56.5025379/-2.7594964

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