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The beautiful, unspoilt county of Angus is just north of Dundee and south of Aberdeenshire. Angus is Scotland's golfing heartland - around 65 miles north of Edinburgh and St Andrews is less than 40 minutes by road.
Temperate, coastal, and sunny. Angus is the second driest area in Britain, primarily because the region is located in a rain shadow. In May 2006 Angus had 24.2 more hours of sunshine than London and the South East (Source: Met Office). Crucially, the Carnoustie links courses stay dry and playable in most weathers - although it can sometimes get quite windy out on the Links.
Angus is easily accessible, directly linked by dual-carriageway and motoerway from all main UK centres of population. From the south, follow the M80, M9 and A90 from Glasgow; of the M90 from Edinburgh to Perth and Dundee.
From Inverness and the North, divert from A9 at Dunkeld for Blairgowrie and then 
Kirriemuir, or follow signs for Coupar Angus, then Forfar. From Aberdeen, follow signs for the A90 or A92.
By rail
Let the train take the strain - Arbroath, Montrose and Carnoustie are on the east coast main line with a good service from the north and south. Trains will deliver you direct or via connecting trains from most major UK cities, including Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Glasgow, Newcastle, Manchester, Birmingham, London, and Bristol.
By air
By air, nearby Dundee is linked directly with London City Airport by scheduled flights provided by ScotAirways. Angus is also within easy travelling distance of Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Prestwick Airports, which offer comprehensive services to major cities in the UK, Europe and beyond. Edinburgh, Glasgow and Prestwick Airports also provide direct flights to the US.
The golfer is spoiled for choice in Angus. Carnoustie Country is made up 32 rewarding courses, including three Open Qualifiers, set either in glorious rolling countryside or links land. The four miles of links land between Monifieth and Carnoustie alone contain six 18-hole courses.
Carnoustie itself has three courses - Carnoustie Championship, Carnoustie Burnside (which was formerly used as an Open Qualifier) and Carnoustie Buddon. The famous Championship Course is the great challenge of the area, hosting the Open again in 2007 (and previously in 1931, 1938, 1953, 1975 and 1999).
Yes, the courses in Angus are available to everyone. You may have to book a tee-time well ahead on the more famous courses, but you will be welcomed everywhere you go.
No, golfers of all abilities can play on the courses in Angus. Bear in mind, however, that the Championship course at Carnoustie is a challenge to even the most experienced golfer!
Surprisingly little for such superb and historic courses. Purchase a Carnoustie Country Golf Pass (starting from £77, for the summer season 1 April to 31 October 2010) and play at any three of the 19 courses around the area, from Kirriemuir to Carnoustie Burnside. Please note that the Carnoustie Country Golf Pass must be used over a period of three successive days.
Or treat yourself to the Carnoustie Country Dream Ticket. The Summer Season price for 2010 is £270 (plus 2% credit card charge) and the season runs from 1 April to 31 October. A winter ticket, priced at £135, is also available, from 1 November 2009 to 31 March 2010. The Dream Ticket lets you play on four of the world's classic links courses: Montrose, Monifieth, Panmure Barry (all Open qualifiers) and Carnoustie Championship itself.
Angus is blessed with a wealth of accommodation of all kinds, to suit every pocket. From friendly guest-houses and bed & breakfasts to stylish four and five-star establishments overlooking the courses, and gracious castle hotels in leafy country settings, you will find the right accommodation for you. Search the Accommodation Listings, view the Carnoustie Country brochure or click on Stay & Play on www.carnoustiecountry.com to see some great deals.
Angus is Scotland's birthplace, home of the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath in 1320. Glimpse the lives of the landed gentry in castles and elegant Georgian stately homes, the honest toil of the crofter and weaver as displayed in the fascinating collection at the Angus Folk Museum, or the work of the fisher-folk portrayed at Arbroath Signal Tower Museum. Ride a steam train, swim in a clear loch, climb an ancient corrie. 
Rich in significant heritage and culture since before the first millennium, the coast and glens of Angus were home to the Picts, the original Scots. They left us a legacy of mysterious carved stones, see them at Pictavia in Brechin or at The Meffan Institute in Forfar. Angus was also the birthplace of J M Barrie, author of Peter Pan, while the regal surroundings of Glamis Castle were the home of the late Queen Mother and birthplace of Princess Margaret.
Search the Angus Listings to find attractions and activities to suit all ages and interests and view our Events section to find out what's on during your visit.
