Colliston

Settlement in Angus

Scotland

Colliston

Minor road near to Southfield Looking south-westward.
Minor road near to Southfield Credit: Peter Wood

Colliston is a small village located in the county of Angus, Scotland. Situated in the eastern part of the country, it lies approximately 6 miles north of the town of Arbroath and 12 miles southeast of the city of Dundee. The village is set amidst picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere.

Despite its small size, Colliston has a strong sense of community and is home to a population of around 500 residents. The village features a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its inhabitants, including a primary school, a local shop, and a village hall which serves as a hub for various community activities.

The surrounding area of Colliston boasts beautiful landscapes, with rolling hills and open fields, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The nearby Lunan Bay, a sandy beach located just a few miles to the east, provides a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.

Colliston is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities through a network of roads, making it easily accessible by car or public transportation. The A92 road runs nearby, linking the village to Dundee and Arbroath, while the nearby Arbroath railway station provides train services to various destinations across Scotland.

Overall, Colliston offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, with its quaint charm, stunning natural surroundings, and close-knit community spirit.

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Colliston Images

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Minor road near to Southfield Looking south-westward.
Minor road near to Southfield
Looking south-westward.
Bicycle gate Green and yellow bikes on a gate at the entrance to Swirlburn.
Bicycle gate
Green and yellow bikes on a gate at the entrance to Swirlburn.
Minor road near Woodville
Minor road near Woodville
Minor road near Woodville
Minor road near Woodville
Elaborate sign for Swirlburn and surrounding farms
Elaborate sign for Swirlburn and surrounding farms
Minor road near West Mill of Colliston
Minor road near West Mill of Colliston
Private road to Grange of Conon
Private road to Grange of Conon
Road to Parkconon Farm
Road to Parkconon Farm
Denmark A large farmstead off the A933 near Leysmill
Denmark
A large farmstead off the A933 near Leysmill
Arbroath to Forfar Crossroads A quaint countryside crossroads on the Arbroath to Forfar backroads.
Arbroath to Forfar Crossroads
A quaint countryside crossroads on the Arbroath to Forfar backroads.
House close to the road with woodland
House close to the road with woodland
West Mill of Colliston Mill on the Colliston Burn.
West Mill of Colliston
Mill on the Colliston Burn.
Soggy Field Near Firth Muir of Boysack Cairnconon Hill in the distance
Soggy Field Near Firth Muir of Boysack
Cairnconon Hill in the distance
Road to Guynd A long straight road near Arbroath.
Road to Guynd
A long straight road near Arbroath.
Potato pallets, Brax Cottage Big crop in Angus.
Potato pallets, Brax Cottage
Big crop in Angus.
Ryelands Around 1990 we estimated that about 1/3 of the registered ewes wintered on our farm.  Now they are a common and popular breed or breeds depending on your point of view re the "away strip".  The coloured Ryelands appeared in numbers during the 1980s after a year of numerous black lambs.   I like to think that my constant nagging did help in deciding to breed from them.
Ryelands
Around 1990 we estimated that about 1/3 of the registered ewes wintered on our farm. Now they are a common and popular breed or breeds depending on your point of view re the "away strip". The coloured Ryelands appeared in numbers during the 1980s after a year of numerous black lambs. I like to think that my constant nagging did help in deciding to breed from them.
Firth Muir of Boysack Road through arable farmland.  A new beech hedge has been laid, but some roads round here no longer have hedges.
Firth Muir of Boysack
Road through arable farmland. A new beech hedge has been laid, but some roads round here no longer have hedges.
Firth Muir of Boysack Barley stubble. In this arable area some of the hedges have gone.
Firth Muir of Boysack
Barley stubble. In this arable area some of the hedges have gone.
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Colliston is located at Grid Ref: NO6045 (Lat: 56.596775, Lng: -2.645743)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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Nearby Amenities

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Recycling
Colliston Inn
Phone: +44 1241 890232
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Colliston
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Colliston Inn
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Bus Stop
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Colliston
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Colliston
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Post Box
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Pub
The Colliston Inn
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Woodside Farm
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