Live Glens

Living In and Around the Angus Glens

The Glens of Angus extend like the fingers of a hand from the rich lowlands (straths) towards the high mountains, which form the southern edge of the Cairngorms National Park.

Each Glen has its own unique characteristics and hidden secrets. A visit to the Glens of Angus will tell you much about the vibrant and distinct communities that have contributed to the rich history of this picturesque corner of Scotland. From West to East, the Glens are:

Glen Isla

To the west lies Glen Isla, with the Cairngorm Mountains providing a magnificent backdrop through which Braemar and Deeside await. This is the only Glen with a through road. The River Isla runs through the Glen, linking no less than six parishes: Glenisla, Kilry, Lintrathen, Airlie, Ruthven and Kingoldrum.

Glen Prosen

Glen Prosen is cloaked in green thanks to its thickly wooded landscapes. It is sparsely populated with many of the cottages being used as holiday homes. Running through the Glen is the Prosen Water, which rises in the Braes of Mar in the Eastern Grampians running through the wooded valley to Strathmore.

Glen Clova

The history of Glen Clova is rich with stories and legends associated with the Lindsay and Ogilvy clans. The Ogilvy's remain prominent in this area through Airlie Estates. Shooting lodges still exist throughout the glen, as do the heather covered hills that are managed in much the same way that they have been for centuries. At the head of the valley is rugged and remote Glen Doll with its high mountains. It is a popular and challenging spot for hill-walkers and climbers and beyond this is the unique Caenlochan Nature Reserve

Glen Lethnot

Glen Lethnot is a place of tranquillity and seclusion, accessed by Edzell, Little Brechin or Menmuir. West Water flows down Lethnot adding to its air of serenity and calm. The village of Menmuir is a thriving community, boasting good local amenities, busy social calendar and newly re-instated curling pond. Curling is a popular winter pastime in the Angus Glens.

Glen Esk

Lying at the foot of the Cairngorm Mountain Range, Glen Esk is the most easterly of the Angus Glens.
This is the longest Glen, some 15 miles long. It is divided into three privately owned estates with superb grouse and pheasant shooting and deer stalking. It is home to the entertaining Glenesk Folk Museum which contains handicrafts and artefacts giving an insight into the lives of those who call this unspoilt Glen home.

The quality of life enjoyed in rural Angus is influenced by a range of factors, especially transport communications and availability of community services. Angus Council's Community Planning strategy addresses these fundamentals and works with local organisations and community groups to address and improve issues affecting the rural population and viable rural communities. This inclusive and integrated approach is aimed to achieve sustainable rural development.

Local Services

Information about allocation of housing and relocation advice can be found at the Angus Council website housing section.

For additional advice regarding council services your local ACCESS Office provides a single point of contact.

Places of Interest

The annual Angus Glens Walking Festival celebrates the natural beauty and adventure of Angus' spectac

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