Surrounded by spectacular landscapes, and majestic mountain backdrops, surprise your senses in Angus.

Surprise yourself and discover the 6 captivating Angus Glens. With endless walking opportunities, from Scotland's newest long distance path, the Cateran Trail, to the vast Corrie Fee National Nature Reserve, full of fascinating plants and wildlife – there's something for everyone!

You'll be surprised to know Angus is not only known for it's walking but is packed full of historic surprises too. Did you know Glamis Castle was the childhood home to The Queen Mother? And Kirriemuir was the birthplace of J M Barrie, Peter Pan's creator? Discover all this and more in Angus.

2012 is the 10th anniversary of the Angus Glens Walking Festival - Thursday 31st May to Sunday 3rd June 2012 - sign up to the database to be amongst the first to view the 2012 Walk Programme and book online from January 2012.

Win a walking break to Angus

You and a companion will stay three nights in the luxury Kinblethmont Cottage. Set within 3,000 acres of arable farming and woodland and built on an ancient historic site, the Kinblethmont Estate dates back to the Victorian era and offers spectacular views of the Angus Glens. Your cottage is the perfect base to discover all that this area has to offer by day, and relax in by night.

Experience a tour within the idyllic surroundings of the Angus Glens with a private, tailor-made walking tour from local expert Ken Slater. Embark on a surprising journey full of beautiful sights, rich history and abundant wildlife, and learn from Ken's vast knowledge of this breathtaking location. 

What's more, with tickets to the award-winning visitor attraction, Pictavia, you and your companion will learn the surprising story of the Picts; from the Roman invasion through to their battles with the Vikings. As part of your prize, you will receive £250 of Merrell gear to refresh your walking kit before you go. Choose a new pair of shoes to enhance your performance, or get a brand new outdoor jacket, suited to your walk.

And that's not all! You will also receive up to £400 spending and travel money, so you will be free to explore the many adventure activities in the Angus area; from golf to windsurfing, gorge walking to archery. Whatever you decide to do, you are sure to be surprised at the many wonderful things to see and do in Angus!