Sense of Adventure

Welcome to Dundee and Angus!Verdant Works

There are many things that make Dundee and Angus unique, from its ship-building and jute, jam and journalism past to today’s era of digital sophistication, world-class research, scientific discoveries and academic innovation.

Take time to explore Dundee and Angus, you will be amazed at the experiences you will uncover.


For the explorer

  • Step into history, by visiting Captain Robert Falcon Scott's Antarctic Ship at RRS Discovery.
  • Visit Glamis Castle, legendary inspiration for Shakespeare's Macbeth and childhood home of the Queen Mother.
  • Delve into Dundee's industrial past and visit a working jute textile museum, Verdant Works.
  • Visit Sensation Dundee and discover the wonders of science through your senses with over 80 hands-on interactive exhibits.
  • Explore the world's most original wooden warship, H.M. Frigate Unicorn.


For the adventurer

  • Venture onto the tranquil paths of the Angus Glens, the gateway to Britain's largest natural haven - the Cairngorms National Park.
  • Take competitiveness to a new level with an energetic paintball session with Bedlam Paintball.
  • For a more active experience, race over hilly backdrops on quad bikes with Auchterhouse Country Sports or spend a day on a guided mountain biking trail with Glentrek.

Golf
Or if you just want to take it easy!

  • Tread on the links at Carnoustie's world-class course, where many golfing greats have achieved glory.
  • Enjoy a day out shopping or relax and pamper yourself in one of our many luxurious spas.
  • Experience a night out at one of our many restaurants or take in a show at the Dundee Rep or DCA in Dundee's cultural quarter.


We hope you enjoy your stay with us during your event and whatever you don’t manage to see and do while you are here; we would be delighted to welcome you back.