Wellbank

Settlement in Angus

Scotland

Wellbank

Chapel Road near Gagie Looking northward. — Chapel Road near Gagie Credit: Peter Wood

Wellbank is a small village located in the county of Angus, Scotland. Situated approximately 5 miles to the west of the town of Dundee, Wellbank is nestled amidst the picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors a peaceful and scenic environment.

With its origins dating back to the 18th century, Wellbank has a rich history that can be traced through its charming old buildings and landmarks. The village primarily comprises residential properties, and the tight-knit community fosters a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Wellbank is well-connected to surrounding areas, with good transportation links making it easily accessible. The nearby A90 road allows for convenient travel to Dundee and further afield, while the Dundee Airport is just a short drive away.

Despite its small size, Wellbank boasts a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a local shop, a primary school, and a community center, which serves as a hub for various activities and events. The village also benefits from its close proximity to Dundee, where residents can access a wider range of services, including shopping centers, healthcare facilities, and entertainment venues.

The natural beauty surrounding Wellbank provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure pursuits. The nearby countryside offers breathtaking views, and there are several walking and cycling paths for residents and visitors to explore and enjoy.

Overall, Wellbank is a charming village that offers a tranquil living environment while still providing easy access to nearby amenities and attractions.

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Wellbank Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.520717/-2.8637705 or Grid Reference NO4636. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chapel Road near Gagie

Looking northward.

Peter Wood

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

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 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

Farm road leading in a Z shape to the village of Wellbank, north of Dundee

Rural farm track leading to the curiously named collection of dwellings Shank of Omachie. Large arable fields surround the former and existing farm cottages here, with skylarks singing loudly.

Andrew Shannon

Track and field at Omachie, Kingennie

Douglas Nelson

Field at Shank of Omachie

Douglas Nelson

Farm at Omachie

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