Murroes

Settlement in Angus

Scotland

Murroes

Track through arable fields giving access to Easterton of Gagie Looking north-westward. — Track through arable fields giving access to Easterton of Gagie Credit: Peter Wood

Murroes is a small village located in the county of Angus, Scotland. Situated approximately 7 miles east of Dundee, it lies on the southern banks of the Dighty Water, a river that flows through the area. With a population of around 600 residents, Murroes offers a peaceful and scenic rural setting.

The village is characterized by its picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and farmland, making it an ideal place for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of city living. Murroes also benefits from its close proximity to various amenities and services provided in nearby towns such as Monifieth and Broughty Ferry.

Historically, Murroes has been an agricultural community, with farming playing a significant role in its economy. However, in recent years, the village has witnessed some diversification, with a growing number of residents commuting to neighboring towns for work.

One notable landmark in Murroes is the 19th-century Murroes Parish Church, a beautiful stone building that stands as a testament to the village's rich history. The surrounding area also offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and fishing, with several nature trails and fishing spots nearby.

Overall, Murroes provides a charming and idyllic setting for those looking to embrace a peaceful rural lifestyle while still enjoying easy access to urban amenities.

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Murroes Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.504169/-2.87425 or Grid Reference NO4635. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track through arable fields giving access to Easterton of Gagie

Looking north-westward.

Peter Wood

Chapel Road approaching Bucklerheads

Looking south-eastward. Interestingly the farm is spelt Bucklershead.

Peter Wood

Tree-lined road entering Kellas

Looking south-eastward.

Peter Wood

Junction of roads near to Westhall

Looking south-westward.

Peter Wood

Murroes Church and part of its Burial Ground

Viewed from the north-east. A blacksmith can be seen undertaking gate repairs.

Peter Wood

Road at Murroes

Looking eastward.

Peter Wood

Road at South Kingennie

Looking westward.

Peter Wood

Road near to South Kingennie

Looking south-eastward.

Peter Wood

St Bride's Ring

An Iron Age fortification (Scale 2m) Link

Sandy Gerrard

Murroes Church

There has been a church on this site in Murroes for hundreds of years. The current Parish Church was built in 1848 by William Scott on the site of a much older ecclesiastical building. The earliest date for a church here is 1211 when Gilchrist, Earl of Angus, granted the church to Arbroath Abbey. There are a number of carved stones from the earlier church (or churches) encorporated into the 19th century church, and an original burial vault from the earlier building survives. A later church was built in 1642 but it is thought a 13th century church was located here originally. The current 1848 church re-uses a date stone (bearing 1642). The private burial aisle of Colonel Fothringham and his family was built onto the church in the 18th century and documents show that the family contributed to its maintenance in 1809. (Taken from Link

Mary Rodgers

Track and field at Omachie, Kingennie

Douglas Nelson

St Bride's Ring, Kingennie

St Bride's Ring is now largely overgrown in a wooded hill near Kingennie. It measured roughly 60 feet in diameter. Many of the large rocks which formed the 7 foot high wall lie below. St Bride's ring has been classified as a broch by some authorities. It is similar to some of the ring forts of central Perthshire. See also Link

Douglas Nelson