Bucklerheads

Settlement in Angus

Scotland

Bucklerheads

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

Bucklerheads is a small township located in the Angus region of Scotland. Situated in the eastern part of the country, it lies approximately 6 miles northwest of the city of Dundee. With a population of around 1,500 residents, Bucklerheads is a tight-knit community that offers a tranquil and picturesque setting.

The town is characterized by its charming and traditional architecture, with many stone-built houses lining the streets. The area is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and the meandering River Tay creating a scenic backdrop. This makes it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Bucklerheads has a rich history dating back centuries. It was originally an agricultural village, with farming being the primary occupation of its inhabitants. Today, while agriculture still plays a significant role, the town has diversified its economy to include tourism and small-scale enterprises.

The community in Bucklerheads is vibrant and welcoming, with a range of amenities and facilities for residents and visitors alike. These include a primary school, local shops, a community center, and several recreational areas such as parks and sports fields.

In terms of transportation, Bucklerheads is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities. The A90 road, a major artery in Scotland, passes nearby, providing easy access to Dundee and other destinations. Additionally, the town is served by local bus services, ensuring convenient travel options.

In summary, Bucklerheads is a quaint township nestled in the picturesque Angus region of Scotland. With its natural beauty, rich history, and tight-knit community, it offers a peaceful retreat for both residents and visitors seeking a tranquil Scottish experience.

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Bucklerheads Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.512937/-2.8790798 or Grid Reference NO4636. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chapel Road near Gagie Looking northward.
Chapel Road near Gagie
Looking northward.
Track through arable fields giving access to Easterton of Gagie Looking north-westward.
Track through arable fields giving access to Easterton of Gagie
Looking north-westward.
Chapel Road approaching Bucklerheads Looking south-eastward. Interestingly the farm is spelt Bucklershead.
Chapel Road approaching Bucklerheads
Looking south-eastward. Interestingly the farm is spelt Bucklershead.
Tree-lined road entering Kellas Looking south-eastward.
Tree-lined road entering Kellas
Looking south-eastward.
Minor road approaching Houletnook Looking southward. The spelling at the location is Houletneuk.
Minor road approaching Houletnook
Looking southward. The spelling at the location is Houletneuk.
Junction of roads near to Westhall Looking south-westward.
Junction of roads near to Westhall
Looking south-westward.
Murroes Church and part of its Burial Ground Viewed from the north-east. A blacksmith can be seen undertaking gate repairs.
Murroes Church and part of its Burial Ground
Viewed from the north-east. A blacksmith can be seen undertaking gate repairs.
Road at Murroes Looking eastward.
Road at Murroes
Looking eastward.
Road at South Kingennie Looking westward.
Road at South Kingennie
Looking westward.
Road near to South Kingennie Looking south-eastward.
Road near to South Kingennie
Looking south-eastward.
St Bride's Ring An Iron Age fortification (Scale 2m) <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://monifiethhistorysociety.co.uk/2013/10/22/st-brides-ring/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://monifiethhistorysociety.co.uk/2013/10/22/st-brides-ring/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
St Bride's Ring
An Iron Age fortification (Scale 2m) LinkExternal link
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 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.scottishchurches.org.uk/sites/site/id/1434/image/8620/name/Murroes+Medieval+Church+Murroes+Tayside)" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.scottishchurches.org.uk/sites/site/id/1434/image/8620/name/Murroes+Medieval+Church+Murroes+Tayside)">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
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 LinkExternal link
Track and field at Omachie, Kingennie
Track and field at Omachie, Kingennie
Field at Shank of Omachie
Field at Shank of Omachie
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 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.monifiethhistorysociety.co.uk/2013/10/22/st-brides-ring/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.monifiethhistorysociety.co.uk/2013/10/22/st-brides-ring/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
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 LinkExternal link
Minor road near South Kingennie
Minor road near South Kingennie
Entrance to Duntrune House
Entrance to Duntrune House
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Bucklerheads is located at Grid Ref: NO4636 (Lat: 56.512937, Lng: -2.8790798)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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