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Other places to stay in and around Kirriemuir
South from the foothills of the Cairngorms, within the fertile plain of
Strathmore, you'll find Kirriemuir and the Thrums Hotel.
Set in the heart of rural Angus this charming town is celebrated for not only its location as the 'gateway' to the beautiful Angus Glens, but also as the birthplace of Sir J.M. Barrie who is most famously known as the author of Peter Pan.
It is from Barries work 'A Window in Thrums' that the hotel takes its name. Kirriemuir has a long history, first entering written records in 1201 and a stroll around the town provides the visitor with many notable sights and places of interest.
Thrums Hotel Accommodation
The Thrums is situated in the heart of the town and offers quality accommodation and a welcoming, friendly atmosphere within charming surroundings. This family run hotel, recently refurbished to high standard, has nine en-suite rooms.
We have a selection of double, twin, single or family sized rooms to cater for all needs. Each room is tastefully decorated and has all the usual facilities including colour TV and tea & coffee making facilities. The rooms are tastefully decorated and are bright and airy.
Dining
Dining with the hotel is a real pleasure. Our chef's create an excellent,
varied menu that is renowned for it's quality and ranges from light snacks
to traditional wholesome fare. Many of our most popular dishes contain
local produce, these include fresh Scottish Salmon, marvellous local game
and excellent seafood fresh from the East Coast.
Our dining room is open seven days a week from midday through until 8.00pm each night. High teas are served from 4.30pm to 7.30pm daily and breakfast is from 7.00am to 9.30am daily. The dining room is fully licensed and we have an extensive selection of wine to cater for all tastes and meals.
The Lounge Bar
The 'Thrums' is fully licensed and the lounge, with its traditional interior
and pleasant atmosphere, provides an enjoyable environment in which to
unwind. We have an extensive range of drinks available at the bar including
a wide selection of some of Scotland's finest malt whisky's.
If you prefer, meals can be enjoyed here in the lounge rather than the dining room. Children are welcome in the lounge area providing they are accompanied by a supervising adult.
Things to see and do
The network of quiet roads leading from Kirriemuir to the Angus Glens,
each with a wealth of parking and picnic spots, affords everyone the opportunity
to enjoy some of the most strikingly beautiful scenery in Scotland. Hill
walking and climbing are also ideally catered for in the contrasting landscape.
If a round of golf appeals more to you, then Kirriemuir is a good starting point to play the nearby courses of Fortar, Edzell, Brechin, Blairgowrie, Letham Grange (2), Guthrie Castle, Carnoustie (3) with Kirriemuir's own heathland course only one mile from the hotel. In fact there are over 30 courses within 1 hours drive from the Thrums!
Fishing is equally catered for with the area offering excellent trout fishing and containing some of the finest salmon rivers in Scotland. Superb skiing is close by, with Glenshee a major ski resort only 30 minutes drive away.
The Thrums Hotel is a favourite with shooting parties and we are happy to arrange shooting and stalking on nearby estates subject to the season.
Some of the most popular attractions close to the hotel include:
Barries Birthplace
An imaginative exhibition within the birthplace of Sir J M Barrie.
Glamis Castle
Childhood home of the Queen Mother and fictional setting for MacBeth.
'Reekie Linn' Falls
A spectacular waterfall where the River Isla drops 80 feet!
Camera Obscura
Situated on Kirriemuir Hill giving a unique 360 degree panoramic view
of the surrounding countryside. One of only three remaining in Scotland
today.
DIRECTIONS
Getting There by Railway:
From Dundee take A90 towards Aberdeen, cut off at Forfar and Kirriemuir
junction.
Email Thrums Hotel enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
