October in Perthshire, Dundee and Angus

Embrace Perthshire, Dundee and Angus this autumn, from the Highland and Lowland landscapes and romantic castles, to the rugged coastline and sandy beaches. Experience the heart of Scotland in its autumnal glow – here is just a taste of what’s waiting for you in Perthshire, Dundee and Angus this October.

Perthshire

Events

The Enchanted Forest, The Explorer’s Garden, Pitlochry, October 7th – 29th 2011
This spectacular sound and light show is sure to enchant. To get a taste of what to expect, you can listen to some of this year’s Enchanted Forest soundtrack on YouTube, with accompanying images from last year’s show.

Perthshire Amber, Perthshire, October 28th – November 6th 2011
The Dougie MacLean Festival brings together musicians and entertainers, who have been involved with Dougie MacLean over the years, from across the world to perform in a range of venues in Perthshire, from town and village halls to castles and cathedrals. Celebrate the beauty of Perthshire in autumn with fantastic concerts, as well as ceilidhs, workshops, open mic and demonstrations.

Glenfiddich Piping Championships, Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, 29th October 2011
Some of the best individual pipers in the world compete at the Glenfiddich Piping Championships – go along to see who will be this year’s champion.

All of the above events are part of the Highland Perthshire Autumn Festival.

Activities/Sights

Perthshire has some spectacular scenery to enjoy all year round. It is the perfect place to enjoy the great outdoors, from fishing, mountain biking and walking to Highland Adventure Safari.

Dundee & Angus

Events

Fest ‘n’ Furious, Dundee, until 4th October 2011
A traditional music festival, with concerts, master classes, ‘Come and Try’ sessions and ceilidhs.

Discovery Film Festival, Dundee, 22nd October – 6th November 2011
Scotland’s international film festival for children and young people, featuring films from around the world.

Trails of the Riverbank, Forfar Loch, Forfar, 9th October 2011
Take the children on this Angus Ranger event, looking for signs of mammals along the banks of the Dean Water.

The Clash of the Titans, Glen Doll Ranger Base, 16th October 2011
Another of the Angus Ranger Events, this is a fantastic opportunity to watch and listen to rutting red deer stags in the glen as you walk along the Dounalt loop. Warm clothes and stout shoes needed.

Activities/Sights

Dundee and Angus have a lot to offer, whatever time of year you visit. Angus, stretching from the North Sea to the eastern edge of the Cairngorm National Park, is where you can find romantic castles, such as the fairy tale Glamis Castle, wonderful beaches and beautiful formal gardens, like Pitmuies Gardens.

For art and culture, there is a lot to explore in Scotland’s ‘City of Discovery’. You can read more about what to do and see in Dundee in our Embrace Six Scottish Cities blog.

EmbraceScotland has a selection of self-catering Perthshire and holiday cottages in Dundee & Angus, as well as more information on what to see and do in Perthshire, Dundee & Angus.

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