Montrose is located at the very northern end of the Angus coastline, which is placed in a peninsula between the mouths of the River North Esk and the River South Esk. It has a busy commercial port, a leisure harbour and an attractive beach. The tidal basin where the freshwater river meets the salty North Sea lays a 2,000 acre nature reserve, which is under the control of the Scottish Wildlife Trust. The Montrose Basin Wildlife Centre remains as the main attraction for visitors and it offers a spectacular view of the birds and wildlife.

About Montrose

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Like most of the Angus' coastal towns, Montrose has a lovely sandy beach. Lunan Bay a beautiful coastal line is lying towards south, the Red Castle that overlooks this splendid yet quiet spot are some examples. The Scottish Wildlife Trust Centre overlooks the tidal basin towards the south of Montrose. Enthusiasts of flight will be attracted to Montrose by the Air Museum that is located at the old Montrose Air Station. The museum is home to the Montrose Air Museum Trust, and has planes, airfield vehicles, photos and other archives which will amuse the aspirants.

Towards north on the Stonehaven road lies an old salmon fishing industry, right from the 18th century this place has a strong link with the fishing industry. Salmon were processed and exported from this area as far back as the middle ages. But in the 18th century, trade started with Billingsgate market in London, the fish being packed in ice and sold as fresh. The icehouse has reportedly the largest volume of any ice chamber in Scotland. Ice would have been placed in the chamber from frozen ponds each winter, and the chamber sealed up until the fishing season started.

There are many colourful event conducted in Montrose during festival season. The main festival and events which attracts tourists in great number are Wings and Wheels extravaganza conducted in July and the Highland Games conducted in August. These two events provide great value of entertainment to the visitors.

The main street offers a wide range of traditional shopping. To cater to the needs of accommodation in Montrose there are many hotels and guesthouses which offers the visitor a comfortable stay and an ideal base to explore Scotland and its beauty. Montrose has a dual face both as a historic spot and a perfect base for modern entertainment.

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