


• Locally
'The Big Idea' is the title of a group of businesses and registered charities based in Glenesk, who have formed a collective in support of each other alongside the promotion of their individual interests.
The Angus Glens website is pleased to offer them its additional support.
The list below includes some interests that are not included in the database of the website's Business Directory. However, full contact details are supplied for all of them.
ANGUS ARTS
Arts of all kinds for everyone.
Concerts, shows, workshops, surprises, in Glenesk and local area. Come to us or we can come to you.
Easter puppet festival near Edzell.
Contact:
Maria MacDonell
01356 670304
Virginia Aspinwall
01561 340592
angus.arts@btinternet.com
www.angusarts.org
THE BURN
EDUCATIONAL CHARITABLE TRUST
The Burn is an 18th century mansion house which is now a retreat and study centre for educational groups set in 200 acres, and features the famous walk along the North Esk to the Rocks of Solitude which is open to the public.
Salmon fishing enquiries welcome.
Contact:
Mr Andy Middlemiss
01356 648281
http://www.goodenough.ac.uk/the_burn.html
DALHOUSIE ESTATES
Invermark Estate, 50,000 acres at the head of Glenesk, is a wonderful place for walking and bird watching, with deer stalking and fishing available to let with accommodation.
Contact:
Dalhousie Estates Office
01356 624566
Fax: 01356 623725
dalhousieestates@btinternet.com.
www.dalhousieestates.co.uk
DRUID’S KNOWE PUBLICATIONS
and GLENESK GENEALOGY
We produce computer screensavers and calendars based on photographs of Glenesk.
Also database of old parish records and census returns for the parishes of Lochlee, Edzell and Lethnot.
Contact (evenings only):
Gilbert and Agnes Lowden
01356 670242
druidsknowe@aol.com
GLENESK CARAVAN PARK
Tranquil and spacious caravan and camping park set in unspoilt woodland.
Electric hook-ups for every pitch, outdoor playground, TV and indoor games rooms, heated toilet block and separate laundry room.
Small shop and gas available. Disabled facilities.
Two bedroom centrally heated self catering cottages with woodburning stove and fishing on the Burn Estate on North Esk also available.
Contact:
Nicola Morgan
01356 648565
01356 648774
dalladiesnic@aol.com
Find us on:
www.caravancampingsites.co.uk
GLENTARF CRAFTS
Handknitting from quality yarns, producing a wide range of goods.
· Fine christening shawls
· Baby jackets
· Children’s sweaters and cardigans
· Hats & scarves
· Aran patterned sweaters and waistcoats
Contact Sandra on 01356 670302
HOLIDAY COTTAGE
In the heart of Glenesk, near Queen`s Well, remote but comfortable holiday cottage. Contact:
Piers Lecheminant
01364 632 321
p.lecheminant@btinternet.com
www.hideaways.co.uk
JACKDAWS NEST
Jackdaws Nest is a comfortable wood lined self catering chalet for two, fully equipped and set in woodland. 2 ˝ miles from the village of Edzell.
Contact:
Gladys Main
01356 648286
JABBERWOCKY THEATRE COMPANY
Innovative touring shows for children and families.
Inspiring workshops in puppetry, clowning and drama for children and adults.
Contact:
Maria MacDonell & Alan Finlayson
01356 670304
brillig@btinternet.com
THE RETREAT
GLENESK FOLK MUSEUM
TEAROOMS AND GIFT SHOP
The Retreat is a community owned licensed venue serving meals and high teas.
Walkers are welcome!
Conference facilities. Coach parties and evening functions by arrangement. Gift shop. Facilities for people with disabilities.
Open weekends 12pm to 6pm from Easter.
Open daily 12pm to 6pm May to October, Sundays to 8pm.
The Retreat can be booked for functions outside these times - please contact for details.
The Retreat is the home for the Glenesk Folk Museum – a collection of displays, artifacts and archives documenting life in Glenesk housed in a new extension. Seasonal events and children’s dressing up – enquire in advance.
Nature path in the grounds.
Contact:
Lisa Moir
01356 648070
www.gleneskretreat.com/
visit@gleneskretreat.co.uk
ST. DROSTAN’S LODGE
Low-cost self catering accommodation for groups and families in the heart of Glenesk.
Contact:
Rev. Jane and Mr Peter Nelson
01569 730967
HOUSE OF MARK
The House of Mark is a small, family run establishment in the Cairngorm National Park, located a stone’s throw from Invermark Castle near Loch Lee. We offer B&B with a friendly home from home atmosphere and can provide evening meals and packed lunches on request. Being a short walk from the Queen’s Well and set within the beauty of the Grampian Mountains we are well suited for all outdoor enthusiasts.
We are 15 miles from the nearest village where there are restaurants and cafes if you wish to eat out. Aberdeen and Dundee are only an hour's drive away.
We welcome pets and children, with cots and highchairs available on request. Our rooms are comfortable and with a warm setting you are sure to have a relaxing time here in our home.
We have a high standard of care and friendly informality. A warm welcome awaits you in this quietly impressive guest house.
The House of Mark is set 1.5 acres of land and has an impressive, ornate walled garden that is open for guests to enjoy during their stay.
Contact
House of Mark,
Glenesk,
Brechin,
Angus,
DD9 7YZ
Phone: 01356 670433
E-mail: info@houseofmark.co.uk

Angus Arts

The Burn (Rocks of Solitude)
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Jackdaws Nest
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The Retreat and Glenesk Folk Museum

St. Drostan's Lodge