Glenesk Folk Museum

#1527 among destinations in the United Kingdom

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Glenesk Folk Museum is a museum located in the Glen Esk valley, in Tarfside, Angus, Scotland, which is run by members of the local community. It is about 9 miles north of the village of Edzell. It is housed in a former shooting lodge, known as 'The Retreat', which used to belong to the earls of Dalhousie. The museum contains artefacts and documents related to the history of the surrounding area. It also has a shop selling locally produced gifts and a tearoom. The museum organises demonstrations of local skills and crafts. ()

Established: 1955 (69 years ago)Coordinates: 56°53'56"N, 2°48'30"W

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Tarfside, Glenesk, Brechin DD9 7YTScotlandUnited Kingdom

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+44 1356 648070

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Glenesk Folk Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Invermark Castle, Loch Lee.

4.2 miW
Vernacular architecture, Forts and castles
Invermark Castle, Cairngorms National Park
108 min walk • Invermark Castle is an oblong tower house dating from the 16th century, at the east of Loch Lee, Angus, Scotland. It is near the head of Glen Esk.
5.3 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Loch Lee, Cairngorms National Park
137 min walk • National grid reference NO431800 Loch Lee is a loch in Angus, Scotland south of the Grampian Mountains that is fed by the Water of Lee and the Water of Unich and flows into the River North Esk.