St Cyrus

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Situated on the east coast of Scotland, St Cyrus is a picturesque village that offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and historical charm. With its stunning coastline, rolling hills, and abundance of wildlife, St Cyrus is the perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in St Cyrus is the St Cyrus National Nature Reserve, which covers an area of over 92 hectares and is home to a diverse range of habitats, including sand dunes, cliffs, and grasslands. Visitors can explore the reserve on foot and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, as well as the opportunity to spot a variety of bird species, such as peregrine falcons and kestrels.

For history enthusiasts, St Cyrus is also home to several interesting historical sites, including the 12th century St Cyrus Abbey, which was originally founded by monks from Arbroath Abbey. The abbey ruins are a fascinating reminder of the village's rich religious heritage and are well worth a visit for anyone interested in medieval architecture and history.

In addition to its natural and historical attractions, St Cyrus also offers visitors a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. The village is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, who come to explore the surrounding countryside and take advantage of the area's numerous walking trails and cycling routes.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 56°46'28"N, 2°25'1"W

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Nearby attractions include: Scurdie Ness, Montrose Museum, Benholm Mill, Montrose Library.

5.1 miS
Lighthouse
Scurdie Ness
130 min walk • Scurdie Ness is a headland located on the South side of the River South Esk estuary, Montrose, Angus, Scotland. The River leads from the North Sea into Montrose Harbour and then into Montrose Basin. The headland has also been referred to as Scurdy Ness, Montrose point or Montroseness.
4.8 miS
Museum, Natural history museum, Maritime museum
Montrose Museum, Montrose
123 min walk • Montrose Museum opened in 1842 in Montrose, Angus, Scotland. The museum came into being when in 1841 the Montrose Natural History and Antiquarian Society started a fund to expand its space; in order to house its curiosities and wonders ranging from geological and ethnographical...
4.6 miNE
Watermill
Benholm Mill
117 min walk • Benholm Mill in Kincardineshire, Scotland, is a restored and fully working water-powered meal mill. It is sited in ancient woodland near Johnshaven, by the farmlands of Sunset Song country – made famous by local author, Lewis Grassic Gibbon. It featured as Long Rob's Mill in the television serialisation of this novel.
4.9 miSW
Library
Montrose Library, Montrose
125 min walk • The Montrose Library is situated in an A-listed Carnegie funded building in the north Angus coastal town of Montrose.
3.8 miSW
History museum, Museum, Science museum
Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre, Montrose
96 min walk • The Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre is located to the North of Montrose, Angus, Scotland. Montrose has the distinction of having the first operational military airfield in Great Britain and the Heritage Centre is located on the former airfield.
5.6 miSW
Museum
House of Dun
144 min walk • The House of Dun is a National Trust for Scotland property in the parish of Dun, lying close to the edge of Montrose Basin and situated approximately half way between the towns of Montrose and Brechin, in Angus, Scotland.
7.1 miNE
Church
Arbuthnott, Inverbervie
182 min walk • Arbuthnott, Bervie and Kinneff Church is a Christian community in the south of Aberdeenshire. It includes the town of Inverbervie, the villages of Catterline, Gourdon and Kinneff in addition to the area of Arbuthnott.
5.9 miSW
56°41'56"N • 2°29'26"W
Montrose Basin Wildlife Reserve and Visitor Centre, Montrose
151 min walk • Visitor center, Zoo, Park
4.8 miSW
Church
Montrose Old and St Andrew's Church, Montrose
123 min walk • The Old and St Andrew's Church is a Church of Scotland church in Montrose, Angus. It was dedicated in 1793. The current steeple, designed by James Gillespie Graham, was completed in 1834.
6.2 miNE
Village
Gourdon
158 min walk • The village's harbor is the heart of Gourdon, where colorful fishing boats bob in the water and the fresh scent of sea air fills the atmosphere. Visitors can take leisurely strolls along the waterfront, watching the fishermen at work or simply admiring the tranquil...
4.5 miNW
Town
Laurencekirk
116 min walk • Laurencekirk, colloquially known as "The Lang Toun" or amongst locals as simply "The Kirk", is a small town in the historic county of Kincardineshire, Scotland, just off the A90 Dundee to Aberdeen main road. It is administered as part of Aberdeenshire.