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House Of Dun & Montrose Basin Nature Reserve
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Estate additions point out Pictish places
New information highlighting the Pictish civilisation that once thrived in Angus is the latest addition at the National Trust for Scotland’s House of Dun estate near Montrose.
New information highlighting the Pictish civilisation that once thrived in Angus is the latest addition at the National Trust for Scotland’s House of Dun estate near Montrose.
A series of information panels have been set up around the glorious grounds at the Angus estate, highlighting the significance of Gallows Knowe – a burial mound, created by the Picts. The site continued to be a significant place for local settlers for the following centuries and may even have been a site for executions in medieval times.
Property Manager John McKenna said:
“While many people naturally think of the grandeur of the House of Dun, there is so much more to this jewel in Angus’ crown. The surrounding expansive and scenic estate is rich in both natural and cultural heritage. As well as the diverse habitats for wildlife, the area was a site of Pictish settlement and the burial mound provides a fascinating insight into a mysterious and period in our nation’s history.”
The House of Dun estate is open daily. The house is open from Wednesday until Sunday from noon until 5pm.
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Garden and Estate: all year, daily 9 until dusk.
House: 1 Apr to 27 Jun, Wed-Sun, 12-5; 28 Jun to 29 Aug, daily 11-5; 1 Sep to 31 Oct, Wed-Sun 12-5.
Last admission 45 mins before closing.
House also open on Bank Holiday weekends from Friday to Monday inclusive.
Please note restrictions to property access on the following dates:
Saturday 4 April House open but saloon, library and Laigh Hall being prepared for event.
Sunday-Monday, 5-6 April: House closed for visit but open for craft fair and Cadbury Easter Egg Trail.
Saturday 10 April: House closed for private function.
Friday 14 May: walled garden and saloon closed from 2-3 for private function.
Saturday 12 June house closed from 1.30 for private function.
Saturday 19 June house closed from 1.30 for private function.
Saturday 3 July house closed from 1pm for private function.
Saturday 10 July house closed from 1pm for private function.
Visitors are guided through the first two rooms and then invited to enjoy the remainder of the house at their leisure, guides on each floor will assist where required (last admission 45 mins before closing).
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