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    J M Barrie's Birthplace
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    Green Tourism Award - Bronze

    • Explore the Peter Pan garden with a living-willow crocodile and ‘Pirates’ Workshop’
    • Important memorabilia, including early theatrical costumes used in the production of Peter Pan, and original manuscripts
    • Enchanting cottage where Sir J. M. Barrie was born and raised with his nine siblings

    Kirriemuir in Angus is a fantastic family day out. Where else can play as being Peter Pan, bump into a crocodile in the garden and gaze into a magic mirror on a hill all in one day? J.M. Barrie, the creator of Peter Pan, is one of Angus’ most famous sons. The author was born in Kirriemuir 150 years ago and thanks to the efforts of the National Trust for Scotland you can visit the cottage where Barrie grew up and enjoy a brand new exhibition celebrating his life and works. Stepping through the front door is like walking into Neverland. There are many fascinating items including costumes and manuscripts and some rooms look exactly like they would have done over a century ago when Barrie lived there. The new exhibition also provides a fascinating insight into Barrie, and shows how some of his earliest childhood memories inspired some of his greatest works. Kids can play at being Peter Pan and Tinkerbell in the Peter Pan Playroom, or try and spot characters from the famous play hidden around the house. But watch out for the willow crocodile in the Peter Pan garden! Also not to be missed is Barrie’s first theatre, the washhouse outside his birth place. Click here to watch a biography of JM Barrie.  MORE>

    Birthplace: 3 Apr to 27 Jun, Sat-Wed 12-5; 28 Jun to 29 Aug, daily 11-5; 30 Aug to 31 Oct, Sat-Wed 12-5.
    News
    • - Dennis and Gnasher strike again at Trust properties

      Dennis the Menace and his faithful hound Gnasher are taking up residence at the National Trust for Scotland’s properties this summer, offering summer fun and hi-jinks for visiting families.  more>

    • - Celebrating Barrie’s birthday with free entry for Wendys

      Visitors sharing the name of one of JM Barrie’s most popular characters will enjoy free entry to the National Trust for Scotland’s JM Barrie’s Birthplace in Kirriemuir this summer.  more>

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