Kirriemuir: Cortachy Castle

Access is by pre-booked tour only.

Airlie Estates, including Cortachy Castle and Airlie Castle have been held by the Ogilvy Family for at least 700 years.  One of the most distinguished families in Scotland, they take their name from Gillibride, second son of Chillechriost, Earl of Angus in the 12th Century.  Sir James Ogilvy became Lord Ogilvy of Airlie in 1491 and James, 8th Lord Ogilvy was created Earl of Airlie in 1639 and became the recognised chief of all the Ogilvys.  Cortachy Castle is a large castellated mansion house, three-storey, towered and turreted.  South wing 16th century and earlier; additions 1820 & 1821 (David Bryce, Architect) and parts removed 1948.  Historic Associations and picteresque setting.  During the 2nd World War it was used as a military hospital.

Directions/Parking:  Take the B955 road from Kirriemuir to Glen Prosen for 4-5 miles.  After crossing Prosen Bridge travel a further mile and veer off to the right at the left-hand bend which goes to Dykehead.  Cortachy Castle is down this road on the right a few hundred yards.  Parking available in grounds.  Other walks are available in the area.

 Pre-booked tours only - 25 Maximum per group  - Time for tour 45 minutes. Contact Niclola Heyler on 01575 570108

A river walk starting at Cortachy Car Park - approx. 1.8km one way

Dykehead to Sawmill Footbridge - approx. 1.1km one way

Dykehead to Cortachy Cemetery - approx 1.1 km one way

Airlie Monument Walks - Start & Finish Cortachy Car Park - approx 1.6km one way

Start & Finish Car Park, 100m north of sharp ben in Glen Prosen Road at Glackburn - approx 1.25 km one way.