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Kirkton of Airlie

Settlement in Angus

Scotland

Kirkton of Airlie

Rapids on the River Isla Just upstream from Dillavaird Bridge, the River Isla flows through a most spectacular gorge.
Rapids on the River Isla Credit: Oliver Dixon

Kirkton of Airlie is a small village located in the Angus region of Scotland. It is situated near the town of Kirriemuir and is surrounded by picturesque countryside and farmland. The village is known for its charming rural setting and historic buildings, including the Airlie Castle which dates back to the 16th century.

Kirkton of Airlie has a close-knit community and a peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is also home to a number of local amenities, including a primary school, a church, and a village hall.

Visitors to Kirkton of Airlie can enjoy exploring the surrounding countryside, with plenty of walking and cycling routes to choose from. The village is also conveniently located for exploring the wider Angus region, with attractions such as Glamis Castle and the Angus Glens within easy reach.

Overall, Kirkton of Airlie offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural retreat in the heart of Scotland.

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Kirkton of Airlie Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.650152/-3.1228813 or Grid Reference NO3151. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rapids on the River Isla Just upstream from Dillavaird Bridge, the River Isla flows through a most spectacular gorge.
Rapids on the River Isla
Just upstream from Dillavaird Bridge, the River Isla flows through a most spectacular gorge.
The Den of Airlie Just downstream from Airlie Castle, the River Isla flows through a most impressive, cliff-bound gorge.
The Den of Airlie
Just downstream from Airlie Castle, the River Isla flows through a most impressive, cliff-bound gorge.
Road beside the Den of Airlie Tree-lined road typical of the district. The ground drops precipitously to the left to the Den of Airlie, a gorge carved out by the River Isla.
Road beside the Den of Airlie
Tree-lined road typical of the district. The ground drops precipitously to the left to the Den of Airlie, a gorge carved out by the River Isla.
Lodge to Airlie Castle Airlie Castle is a late 18th century manor house built on the ruins of an earlier castle.
Lodge to Airlie Castle
Airlie Castle is a late 18th century manor house built on the ruins of an earlier castle.
Gateway to Philpie An imaginative house sign and a pair of recycled oil drums make for a distinctive entrance.
Gateway to Philpie
An imaginative house sign and a pair of recycled oil drums make for a distinctive entrance.
Ploughed field at Airlie Showing the distinctive red soil of the district.
Ploughed field at Airlie
Showing the distinctive red soil of the district.
Valley near Kirkton of Airlie
Valley near Kirkton of Airlie
Valley near Kirkton of Airlie Line of pylons in the background, with Barns of Airlie <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NO3151">NO3151</a>to the right.
Valley near Kirkton of Airlie
Line of pylons in the background, with Barns of Airlie NO3151to the right.
Bridge of Lundies Bridge carrying a minor road over the Melgam Water.
Bridge of Lundies
Bridge carrying a minor road over the Melgam Water.
Ploughed field alongside a country road at Brae of Airlie Typical of the tree-lined roads in the district. Note the deep red colour of the ploughed field, also characteristic of the district.
Ploughed field alongside a country road at Brae of Airlie
Typical of the tree-lined roads in the district. Note the deep red colour of the ploughed field, also characteristic of the district.
Road leading down to the Bridge of Lundies
Road leading down to the Bridge of Lundies
Church of Scotland at Airlie Behind a high wall in the hamlet of Kirkton of Airlie.
Church of Scotland at Airlie
Behind a high wall in the hamlet of Kirkton of Airlie.
Kirkton of Airlie A tiny hamlet adjoining, as its name implies, the Church of Scotland Kirk at Airlie.
Kirkton of Airlie
A tiny hamlet adjoining, as its name implies, the Church of Scotland Kirk at Airlie.
Clear felling at the Kaims of Airlie A large area of woodland to the north of the road along the Kaims of Airlie has been reduced to a pile of logs.
Clear felling at the Kaims of Airlie
A large area of woodland to the north of the road along the Kaims of Airlie has been reduced to a pile of logs.
Log pile at Kaims of Airlie A large area of woodland to the north of the road along the Kaims of Airlie has been reduced to a pile of logs. Not sure how the diagonal logs come into the equation.
Log pile at Kaims of Airlie
A large area of woodland to the north of the road along the Kaims of Airlie has been reduced to a pile of logs. Not sure how the diagonal logs come into the equation.
Cattle at the Kaims of Airlie The Kaims of Airlie is a prominent ridge on the northern edge of Strathmore. Baldovie <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NO3253">NO3253</a> is the farm which can be seen in the floor of the valley.
Cattle at the Kaims of Airlie
The Kaims of Airlie is a prominent ridge on the northern edge of Strathmore. Baldovie NO3253 is the farm which can be seen in the floor of the valley.
Fields near Airlie, seen from the A926
Fields near Airlie, seen from the A926
Road closed, Dillavaird, Airlie This road has been closed for over a year now; I assume there has been a landslide in the Den of Airlie.
Road closed, Dillavaird, Airlie
This road has been closed for over a year now; I assume there has been a landslide in the Den of Airlie.
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Kirkton of Airlie is located at Grid Ref: NO3151 (Lat: 56.650152, Lng: -3.1228813)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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