Angus Archives

Enjoy a peak into 800 years of history, looking at both ancient and modern collections. The focus will be on the contrast of old medieval documents with modern ones created since World War 2. On display will be various ancient charters, side by side with the modern collections of photographers Jim Ratcliffe of Arbroath and Kenneth M Hay of Montrose. There will be various activities for all ages and a chance to experience domestic and military life of 500 years ago.

Refreshments will be available.

The ancient Priory church at Restenneth is believed to have been founded by Nechtan, King of the Picts about 715 A.D. During the Wars of Independence the church at Restenneth was burned. Prince John the infant son of King Robert the Bruce was buried there.

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