Open plan guest lounge and dining
area overlooking golf course and the North Sea
"I travel all
over Scotland and this is the nicest place i have been to"
Gloria Gibbons, Glasgow, Scotland
"19th time around and still loving it"
Nina, Lene, Alex and Lindsay Pettersen, Stavanger, Norway
"We will be coming to your place
every year until the day we die"
Thomas Leonard & The Kilternan Golf Society, Dublin, Ireland
"In 3 months of touring, this has been
the nicest accommodation yet, thanks"
Jon & Lesley Parker, Flint, North Wales
"Grace & Ron, there is no other
place to beat this one, we will be back"
Sheila & Peter Allcock, Heanor, Derbyshire, England
"Garry, brilliant host, this B&B
sets new standards, we will return, cheers!"
The Lawes family, Whaley Bridge, Derby, England
"We've stayed at a lot of great B&B's,
but this is the best"
Nola Crewe & Harold Nelson, Toronto, Canada
"That view at breakfast, so friendly
and comfortable"
Margaret & Alan Pass, Carcroft, Doncaster, England
"Excellent B&B, the best we have
ever had"
Margaret & Archie Dunn, Falkirk, Scotland
"Best B&B visited in 10 years golfing"
G Tramaseun, Kidderminster, England
"Ron, Grace, Garry & Lisa, thanks
for a warm and relaxed time"
Sonia, Tanni & Zac Koshi, Glasgow & India
"Comfort and pleasure, Garry the perfect
host, return is a must, your Scottish haven has given me peace within
myself"
Pam & Walter Jacob, Borehamwood, England
"Unbelievable place, great view, excellent
service, we will be back"
Michael Carr & Steve Piatt, Florida, USA
"Excellent stay yet again, you are more
like family every visit, home from home, thanks!"
Celia, Michael & Sheila Harris, Lincoln, England
"Words cannot describe the hospitality
& consideration of this family"
Alex McIlvride, Dunblane, Scotland & Spain & USA & Greece
"Fantastic 7 days, thanks very much
for everything, you are all so kind"
The Ellis family, East Sussex, England
"Thanks Garry for all your help, I love
this place, would have loved to be here longer"
Rodger Clark, Adelaide, Australia
"Warm welcome, very friendly, would
highly recommend, definitely come back"
Frances Sloan & Steven Lawrence, Kilmarnock, Scotland
"Excellent stay, can't fault anything,
highly recommended, thanks"
Jim & Elizabeth Neil, Stratford Upon Avon, England
"A touch of class, and good Scottish
hospitality"
Doug & Patricia Smith, Bryanston, South Africa
"A warm welcome here, we feel at home,
thanks"
Erhard, Erika & Mario Feller, Berlin, Germany
"Great hospitality, great food, friendly
& relaxing"
Gary, Pat & Stiofan McLaughlin, Buncrana, Ireland
"Great hospitality, wealth of local
knowledge and enjoyed the views"
The Toulmin family, Wanganui, New Zealand
Scottish Author, Poet & Playwright Liz Niven's, "Burning
Whins"
"An excellent B&B, highly recommended"
Liz Niven, Dumfries, Scotland
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Singer Linda Dewar & Friends, "Simply Burns"
"Excellent, enjoyed every minute"
Linda Dewar & Ron Young, Aberfeldy, Scotland
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Scottish Author & Poet Miller Caldwell's, "7 point
7"
"First in Arbroath, Naen surpasses"
Laura & Miller Caldwell, Dumfries, Scotland
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""A 40th birthday gift of a trip to Scotland, my husband
and I enjoyed our stay here immensely. Upon arrival Garry, Ron and
Grace were sweet to buy my husband a birthday bottle of wine and a
card, left in the room, though we've never met previously.... and
that was the kind of hospitality offered throughout our stay. Garry
has knowledge of local attractions etc beyond compare and if you are
unsure of things to do he will offer you lots of ideas. The room was
very comfortable and large and fully equipped as home from home, breakfast
was excellent, overlooking the sunrise on the sea, and our 'hosts'
couldn't do enough to make us welcome and comfortable. We've smiled
more in the last week than we have for a long while, and felt so at
peace, thanks to the Pattersons and their hard work. We WILL be going
back again in the future.""
Suzan & Paul Roberts-Skeats, King Lynn, Norfolk, England
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Our rooms cater for singles, doubles, twins, triples and family bookings.
All our rooms are ground floor level and are all en-suite with digital
colour television, video recorder, DVD player and WIFI internet access.
All rooms come with a hairdryer, tea/coffee/biscuit tray, alarm clock,
books, extra blankets and pillows, a selection of towels, complimentary
toiletries, shaver/light power points and tourist/guest information
books. Guests are given a room key and a front door key, allowing
you to come and go as you please. All guest rooms are double glazed
and have central heating that can be adjusted by you. By law, we operate
a no smoking policy in the guest house. Guests are welcome to smoke
at our decked area at the front door or in the garden area overlooking
the golf course.
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En-suite
Double/Twin/Family Room
With views overlooking
the golf course and sea
TV, DVD player, Games Console
and WIFI internet access
En-suite with WC, wash hand basin and an extended showering
area
Our seaview double/twin/family rooms elevated position offers panoramic
views of the eastern coastline and the golf course. Situated directly
over the 1st tee and 18th green of the Arbroath Links golf course.
The room consisting of a four poster double bed and a single bed,
can be booked as a single, double, twin, triple or family room, with
en-suite facilities. An extra bed can also be set up in this room.
The room has a digital plasma screen TV and a DVD player. A games
console and WIFI internet access are also available in this room.
The rooms en-suite consists of a WC, wash hand basin and an extended
shower area with a power shower. The en-suite also has a shaver/light
power point, with adaptors available for overseas guests.
With its seaview, this room once formed part of the restaurant area
of this former golf clubhouse. This is an ideal room for anyone looking
for that romantic location. With stunning views over the east coast
to Fife during the day, and when the time is right, some beautiful
moonlit seas and clear starry skies at night.
For that extra special stay, we have arranged in the past for special
baskets containing flowers, chocolates and champagne to be in your
room on arrival, to surprise that special someone. If you have an
idea of something special you want to arrange, give us a call, we
might be able to help. Call us on 01241 871632 for more information
on these extras.
"Had a lovely time, best
holiday i have ever had in my life"
The Taylor family, Cardiff, South Wales
"Your B&B has been the best on the whole
trip, felt like home"
Lyn & Judy Paulette, Stratham, Western Australia
En-suite Seaview Double/Twin/Family
Room
En-suite Seaview Double/Twin/Family
Room
The rooms en-suite with extended
shower area
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En-suite Twin Room
With views overlooking the countryside and coastline
TV, Video, DVD player and WIFI internet access
We can put the beds together to form a king size double bed if needed
En-suite with WC, wash hand basin and a power shower
"Two of the most comfortable beds you will find according to
our guests"
The Twin Room's elevated position offers panoramic views of the east
coast. The views encompass the fairways of the Arbroath golf course
and the surrounding farmland. The room consists of two single beds.
The room has digital TV/Video and a DVD player, with WIFI internet
access also available in this room. The twin room has its own en-suite
facilities, with a WC, wash hand basin and a power shower. The en-suite
also has a shaver/light power point, with adaptors available for overseas
guests.
The area where our twin room is once formed part of the restaurant
area of this former golf clubhouse.
"Highly recommended, excellent
accommodation, great Scottish hospitality"
Dave & Shirley Aplin, Brampton, Ontario, Canada
"Cannot be surpassed in
terms of food, comfort, hospitality & friendliness"
Norma & Noel Thomas, Bolton, England
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En-suite seaview twin room
Twin Room With Ensuite
Twin rooms en-suite with WC, wash hand basin and a power shower
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The Family
Suite - Two Bedrooms And An En-suite
The suite can be booked as 2 singles, a double room or a family room
TV, Video, DVD player, games console and WIFI internet access
En-suite with WC, wash hand basin and a corner bath with a shower overhead
Our popular family suite consists of three rooms, a spacious double bedroom,
a spacious single bedroom, and an en-suite bathroom with WC, wash hand
basin, bath and a power shower. The en-suite has a shaver/light power
point, with adaptors available for overseas guests. Both rooms also have
TV, DVD players and video recorders. WIFI internet access and a games
console are also available in both rooms. The suite has an optional z-bed
and can comfortably accommodates four people.
The family suite is situated in what was once part of the Stewards accommodation
of this old golf clubhouse.
"Fantastic food, fabulous
room, coming back soon"
Sue, Paul and Jack Hebden, Leeds, England
"Wonderful stay and a shame to leave your lovely
home"
Andy, Laura & Sara, Amsterdam, Holland
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Family Suite Double Bedroom
The Family Suite
Family Suite Single Bedroom
Family suite's Bathroom
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En-suite Economy Single
Rooms
(Note - Because these rooms are separate from the main guest house, they
are not star rated by the Tourist Board)
TV, Video, DVD Player and WIFI internet access
Both single rooms are en-suite with WC, wash hand basin & a power
shower
These rooms are ideal for long term bookings and nightshift workers
Prices from £25 to £30 per night inclusive of breakfast
This part of the building, where our en-suite single rooms are, used to
form part of the Steward's accommodation of this former golf clubhouse.
These rooms are priced a little bit cheaper because they are separate
from the main guest house and so do not carry a Scottish Tourist Board
rating.
They are both accessed by another front door into the building, with guests
still having access at anytime to the guest lounge and dining area. Breakfast
is served at the Seaview dining area of the main guest house. These single
rooms are both on the ground floor and have the same facilities as our
other rooms including digital TV/Video and DVD players. The rooms come
with alarm clocks, hairdryers, tea/coffee/biscuit hospitality trays, books,
visitor information book, towels plus extra pillows and blankets.
Both of these cosy rooms have single beds, are double glazed, have central
heating and both have their own en-suite bathrooms with WC, wash hand
basin and power showers.
These rooms have recently been redecorated and refurbished to a high standard
and are priced between £25 to £30 per night, depending on
the length of stay and the time of year. All prices are inclusive of a
full breakfast or we can also offer room only rates in these two rooms.
And remember, you can still book our double, twin or family rooms as single
accommodation, but our prices for these rooms range from £45 to
£50 per night.
"Wonderful!! All those small
touches"
Shaun Chandler, England
"Another great stay, great to be back, thanks"
Keith & Jennifer, Lanark, Scotland
Perfect for long term bookings or
if your working in the area
"Such kind hospitality and welcome"
David Stewart, Livingston, Scotland
"Excellent, you will never need to eat
again"
N Perry, Carlisle, England
TV, Video, DVD Players, WIFI, Hairdryer,
Alarm Clock, Tea/Coffee/Biscuit Tray, Books, Central Heating and an En-suite
One of the En-Suite Showers
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Seaview
Dining Area
A full Scottish Breakfast can be enjoyed in the spacious dining area
which has wonderful scenic views. The views encompass the red sandstone
cliffs of Arbroath to the North, directly out to the Bell Rock lighthouse
on the horizon, to the Tay Estuary at Dundee and the Fife coastline
to the South. During your stay with us, if you would prefer a relaxing
night in, we also allow our guests to order in an evening meal from
our selection of take-away/delivery menu's on offer. We will supply
the crockery, cutlery and condiments for your meal, and offer you
some tea or coffee free of charge. Guests are welcome to compliment
their meal with your own alcohol.
"We had a wonderful stay,
my favourite B&B, thanks"
Bill and Beverly Weems, Nashville, Tennessee, USA
"We've had a lovely time, the breakfast
was great, thank you"
Eyal & Karen Argaman, Israel
"Top notch, if you want
to stay in a friendly Scottish B&B, then this is it"
John & Lisa Cassidy, Glasgow, Scotland
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Seaview, Dining Area
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Seaview Guest Lounge
Our Seaview Guest Lounge is available to all guests, somewhere to relax
and unwind after an eventful day. Our lounge has a video recorder and
a DVD player if your bringing some movies, with WIFI internet access
also available. Here you will also find a selection of books and board
games for use in the guest lounge or in the guest rooms. With prior
notice, guests visiting relatives and friends in the area are more than
welcome to invite them back to the B&B, to relax in our guest lounge,
enjoy the garden area or use our picnic area.
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Guest lounge with a TV, VCR and a DVD player
WIFI Internet Access
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Terraced Garden & Picnic Area
This stretch of the east coast is regarded as usually the warmest and
driest part in Scotland. Our landscaped terraced garden area is an ideal
place to soak up the sun and enjoys lovely views over the Arbroath golf
course and the Eastern coastline. Relax at our garden table or on our
popular swing seat and watch the golfers tee off from the 1st, or come
in on the 18th hole. Our sun loungers are also available for guests.
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Golfers on course
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Garden Wildlife
Our garden and grounds are a haven for the indigenous wildlife. Our
seaview dining area is just one large birdwatching hide. So Ornothologists
can get within a few metres of the varied species that visit our home.
These include the common Wagtails, Swallows, Starlings and Sparrows,
to the more elusive Hawks, Pheasants and Woodpeckers.
Small Bats can also be seen on a beautiful spring or summers night.
Our garden pond area also attracts a few species. Dragonflies, Butterflies
and Toads live along side our Goldfish and Orfes. On land you will
see the Rabbits and Field Mice, who help themselves to the food we
put out for the birds. We also have a family of Stoats living on the
grounds that can be seen quite often hunting or playing from time
to time. And the odd Fox and Hedgehog every so often.
If you are really lucky, you may spot a Red Deer wandering into the
vicinity, or some Dolphins or Seals playing off the coast. Swans,
Geese, Herons and other coastal birds can also be seen at the Elliot
beach reserve on the other side of the golf course. We provide binoculars
for guests to use, whether they are watching the golf, boats or wildlife..
"The guest house will
always be a special place for us as Stuart proposed to me on the Sunday
night in your beautiful garden. We definitely be back for a long weekend
in the near future"
Thanks again, Laura & Stuart
"The very best in every aspect, second to
none, brill"
Rab & Anna, Kirkcaldy, Scotland
Garden Pond Area
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Relax At The Garden Table
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We don't just offer information
for guests touring the area. We specialize in offering free information
for the many types of guest we have visiting our guest house. So whether
you are visiting the area and you want to know what to see and do.
Or specific information regarding moving to the area, researching
family history, visiting the birthplace of relatives, unique wedding
venues, the local walks and trails, visiting castles, golfing or fishing,
or the local nightlife, Five Gables House is the place to stay. We
also let you know about any events that may be on during your visit.
Our Garden Table with Parasol
The waterfall at our garden
pond
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Our guests are welcome to use our landscaped picnic area.
We have given this a coastal theme and nicknamed the area "Pebbly Den" after
a section of the Arbroath cliffs. The den offers views over the North Sea to
one side, and some stunning views over the Angus countryside to the other. With
seating provided and additional seating on offer, guests are welcome to invite
relatives and friends in the area, out to Five Gables House.
Coastal Themed Picnic Area
The Swing Seat
Sun loungers positioned overlooking the golf
course and sea
Garden Games at Five Gables House
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Guests
With Links To The Arbroath, Angus, Dundee
& Kincardineshire Area
"He who honours his ancestors, honours himself"
Chinese proverb
WIFI internet access in all rooms
Free access to our family history genealogy research books
Arbroath Herald photographic annuals of the 1980's & 1990's
Arbroath photographic books covering the 1940's, 1950's, 1960's & 1970's
Old photo books pre 1940's images of Arbroath, Angus & Dundee street scenes,
school photos, local clubs, etc
Books on the Condor Base, Fleet Air Arm and 45 Royal Marines
Books on the old jute industry, plus the old fishing & farming industries
Pre 1855 Gravestone Inscriptions in Arbroath, Angus, Dundee & Kincardineshire
Historical Books on Dundee and all the towns of Angus and Kincardineshire
Plus historical books on nearby Perthshire, Fife & Aberdeenshire
Street maps for Angus, Dundee, Perthshire, Fife, Kincardineshire & Aberdeen
Old street maps for Arbroath, Montrose, Forfar, Brechin & Broughty Ferry
Old street maps for Dundee, St Andrews, Stonehaven & Aberdeen
Information on all the research locations in Angus, Dundee, Fife & Aberdeen
Information on all the local museums, genealogy and visitor centres
A laptop is available for family history researching
And Scottish hospitality at its very best
Throughout history, the Scots have emigrated to other parts of the world. We
have accommodated over the years an increasing number of guests researching
their family history, or just visiting the area where their relatives were from.
And guests with links to the RM Condor Marine Base or further back to the days
of the Fleet Air Arm. Also the "Red Lichties", people who were born or lived
in the town, before moving to other parts of Britain and the world. As well
as in other parts of Scotland and England, we ourselves have relatives in Canada,
Australia, New Zealand and Germany. The Patterson name is a sept of the Clan
Maclaren, and our own family also has blood links with the family names of Sibbald,
Brodie, Anderson, Drummond, Wallace and Kelly. Famous names like David Dunbar
Buick, who emigrated to America and founded the Buick Car Manufacturing Company.
Alexander Shanks, the inventor of the modern day lawnmower. And James Chalmers,
who came up with the idea for the adhesive postage stamp, were all born in Arbroath.
The world famous Scottish entertainers Sir Harry Lauder and Andy Stewart also
lived in Arbroath for some time, as did the Olympic Gold medalist Liz McColgan
and renowned artist James Watterson Herald. The Angus and Dundee area has been
the birthplace to various innovative individuals including Sir Robert Watson
Watt, inventor of the radar. JM Barrie, the creator of Peter Pan. Ron "Bon"
Scott, the lead singer with the Rock group ACDC. And the Hollywood actors Brian
Cox, who has starred in Troy, Braveheart, Rob Roy and The Ring amongst many
others. And Ian McDairmid, best known as the Sith Lord Emporer Palpatine in
the last 4 Star Wars films. As well as our local knowledge spanning over 60
years, we provide information for our guests about the past history of Arbroath
and the other towns and villages of Angus. Local books and videos are available
detailing various aspects on the history of the area, and researching family
ties. We can point you in the right direction as to where you can gain help
and advice on researching your family tree in Angus, in most places for free.
With every returning guest, we gain a little more knowledge ourselves about
Arbroath's proud heritage.
The free research books and maps we offer cover the histories of Arbroath and
the surrounding villages of St Vigeans, Arbirlot, Auchmithie, Carmyllie, Redford,
Colliston, Guthrie, Friockheim, Inverkeilor, Barry, Easthaven, Westhaven, Lunan,
Farnell, Kinnell, Monikie & Letham. And we also offer extensive details
including gravestone inscriptions, photographic books, historical books, street
maps and research details on the other towns of Angus. These include Carnoustie,
Montrose, Forfar, Edzell, Kirriemuir, Brechin, Monifieth, Broughty Ferry, Glamis,
the Angus Glens, Stonehaven and the towns and villages of Kincardineshire. Plus
extensive research for the cities of Dundee, Aberdeen, Perth and the historic
town of St Andrews.
Garry has an interest in the history of the north east cities, towns and villages.
Like his father Ron, late grandfather and great grandfather, they have lived
in Arbroath all thier lives. Grace has also spent over 40 years in this historic
town, running a local Florist business for over 30 years. All can offer sound
advice and point you in the right direction as to family history research locations
in the North East of Scotland. If you dont have it with you, a laptop is also
available for family history researching at our B&B.
View the images below to see what we have on offer for Angus, Dundee Perthshire,
Fife and Aberdeenshire family history research visitors.
"Excellent, thanks for all the help in the family
history search"
Jenn, JP and Will Olynyk, Canada and USA
"Thank you again for all of your Scottish hospitality.
We had a fabulous vacation and wished we could have stayed longer"
Andy & Sue Swankie, New Jersey, USA
"Reading your site on the internet, the offer
of help in tracing ancestors around Arbroath was the main reason I chose Five
Gables. Garry, your knowledge and encouragement, plus your extensive library
of local books, made is possible for us to achieve our aim. We now know and
have visited where our ancestors lived, worked and were buried, completing our
family tree. What else did we discover? Garry and his family - and the best
Guest House ever! My advice, read the whole website, everything promised is
there for you"
Val & Eric Elam, Barbara & Arthur Snow, Walton on Thames & Watton,
England
Some great sites, recommended by Val Elam
www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk
www.familysearch.org
www.ancestry.co.uk
www.rootsweb.com
www.genesreunited.co.uk
www.1901censusonline.com
www.dundeeroots.com
www.tayvalleyfhs.org.uk
www.nas.gov.uk
Or e-mail Angus Archives at angus.archives@angus.gov.uk
Arbroath 1970-2010, photographic books of the 1970's. Arbroath
Herald Annual photographic books of the 1980's and 1990's, showing weddings,
parties, school photo's, Webster Theatre shows, sports clubs, local clubs, etc.
Also old Webster Theatre show programmes. Plus information and photo's of the
Condor Base.
Arbroath 1930-1970, photographic books of the 1930's,
40's, 50's & 60's. Showing weddings, school photo's, theatre shows, sports
clubs, local clubs, etc. Plus information and photo's of the Fleet Air Arm,
45 Royal Marines, RAF, Black Watch and WRENS.
Pre 1930 Auld Arbroath, St Vigeans, Auchmithie,
Arbirlot, Carmyllie, Redford, Friockheim, Inverkielor, Letham, Guthrie &
Lunan, images from the past, with school photos, street scenes and the old industries.
Also visitor attractions and street maps. Plus pre 1855 gravestone inscriptions
from Arbroath cemeteries and all the surrounding villages.
Modern Dundee 1940-2010, photographic books from
the past 70 years. Dundee, Broughty Ferry, Tayport, Monifieth, Invergowrie,
1969 directory. Gangs of Dundee, plus visitor attractions and historical walks.
Old Dundee and surrounding villages, pre 1940 images
from the past, with school photos, street scenes and the old industries. Also
visitor attractions and street maps. Plus pre 1855 gravestone inscriptions from
Dundee cemeteries and all the surrounding towns and villages.
Old Carnoustie, Monikie, Easthaven, Westhaven,
Barry & Panbride, images from the past, with street scenes and the old industries.
Also visitor attractions and street maps. Plus pre 1855 gravestone inscriptions
from Carnoustie & Monikie cemeteries and all the surrounding villages.
Old Broughty Ferry, Monifieth and the surrounding
villages, images from the past, with street scenes and the old industries. Also
visitor attractions and street maps. Plus pre 1855 gravestone inscriptions from
Broughty Ferry & Monifieth cemeteries and all the surrounding villages.
Old Forfar, Glamis and the surrounding villages,
images from the past, with street scenes and the old industries. Also visitor
attractions and street maps. Plus pre 1855 gravestone inscriptions from Forfar
& Glamis cemeteries and all the surrounding villages.
Old Montrose, Ferryden and the surrounding villages,
images from the past, with street scenes and the old industries. Also visitor
attractions and street maps. Plus pre 1855 gravestone inscriptions from Montrose
& Ferryden cemeteries and all the surrounding villages.
Old Brechin, Edzell and the surrounding villages,
images from the past, with street scenes and the old industries. Also visitor
attractions and street maps. Plus pre 1855 gravestone inscriptions from Brechin
& Edzell cemeteries and all the surrounding villages.