Glenesk, lying at the foot of the Grampian mountain range, is the most easterly of the Angus Glens. It is bounded by Glen Lethnot to the west and Aberdeenshire to the north.

Glenesk, some 15 miles long, can be found off the B966, Edzell/Fettercairn road off the A90. There is no through road, but possibly this has helped to protect its unspoilt character.

It is a traditional glen, divided into three privately owned estates whose main interests are sporting - grouse and pheasant shooting and deer stalking. Consequently game-keeping employs more permanent and seasonal staff than any other business. Farming, water treatment and tourism are the other areas of employment in the Glen.