ANGUSalive Countryside Adventure

06/11/2026

⚠ Forfar Loch – Temporary Bridge Closure ⚠

Work to install permanent bearings on the Dean Water bridge at Forfar Loch will begin on Monday 9 November and is expected to take up to two weeks.

The bridge will remain open for both Saturday Parkrun events during this period. 🏃🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Pedestrian and cycle access is also expected to be available outside working hours and at weekends, subject to progress. Please note there will be no vehicle access until the works are complete.

Thank you for your patience while these improvements are carried out.

05/11/2026

🌕🏊‍♀️ Missed October's Full Moon Dook n Chat?

Don't worry! there's another chance to join us at Monikie Country Park later this month.

Our Full Moon Dook n Chat is a sociable open water swim in a calm and supportive setting, with time afterwards to warm up, chat and connect with fellow swimmers.

📅 Tuesday 24 November
🕐 6.30pm
📍 Monikie Country Park
👩 Ages 16+

Come along, embrace the changing season and enjoy some time in the water.

🎟️ Book your place: https://angusaquasplash.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173673853

04/11/2026

Here is our Healthy Steps Angus programme for next week.

Free and no prebooking required- please come and join us!

04/11/2026

👶Update re Kirriemuir Buggy Walk!👶

👣The walks have been reduced from weekly to fortnightly for the winter period.

👣Our meeting point has changed to the Camera Obscura, Kirrie Hill.

Please do come and join us. It's FREE and no prebooking is needed.

04/11/2026

🍂 Fancy an autumn ramble around Crombie Reservoir?

Join Ranger Rachel for a 5km guided walk exploring the stories, history and wildlife of Crombie Country Park.

Hear the legend of Hairy Nick’s Bothy, discover more about the history of Crombie and enjoy the autumn scenery around the reservoir.

📅 Saturday 14 November
🕐 1pm
📍 Crombie Country Park
👨‍👩‍👧 All ages

Wrap up warm, wear suitable footwear and come along for an afternoon outdoors.

🎟️ Book your place: https://angusaquasplash.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173693636

03/11/2026

It's nearly time for ✨ FESTIVE FUN ✨ and there's plenty lined up at Monikie Country Park!

It's nearly time for ✨ FESTIVE FUN
Get ready to make magical memories

From 28 November to 31 December, we're spreading Christmas cheer across Angus with a packed programme of festive events, family adventures and seasonal surprises.

🎨 Marvel at the dazzling Meffan Winter Show
🎅 Visit Santa's Grotto and meet the big man himself
💚 Step inside the mischievous Grinch's Grotto at Monikie Country Park
🎄 Get creative with Christmas Decoration Workshops and Reindeer Kits
🔍 Explore our festive trails
🛍️ Discover unique local gifts at the Signal Tower Festive Fayre
🧞 Enjoy the magic of the sparkling Aladdin Pantomime in Arbroath
🎶 Sing along at Step Into Christmas in Forfar
🐾 Treat your four-legged friend at Santa Paws
🎉 Celebrate with Artie's Hogmanay Party

Whether you're looking for festive family days out, Christmas crafts, seasonal shopping or spectacular entertainment, there's something for every little elf (and grown-up elf too!)

Booking now open, start planning your festive adventure at https://angusalive.scot/festive-fun/

03/11/2026

🔦A date for your diary🔦
Ladies we'd love you to come and join us in Forfar for a short walk and cuppy. We'll be using well lit paths and walking as a group at a leisurely pace, but please bring your sparkle so we truly light up the night! We will have some glow sticks to hand out on the night.
An opportunity for women who enjoy the outdoors to come together and enjoy a short evening walk in company while raising awareness of women's safety while walking at night.
No prebooking required for this free activity, and the walk will be suitable for all abilities of walkers.
If you have any queries please contact Rhona Guild, Health Walk Coordinator at [email protected].

03/11/2026

Crombie Country Park featured in Hidden Scotland Magazine!

We are delighted to see Crombie Country Park featured in the latest issue of Hidden Scotland Magazine (Autumn/Winter 2026-27).

Included in The Best of Angus: A Hidden Scotland Guide, the feature highlights Crombie, as well as other fantastic locations within Angus that makes it such a great area to explore.

We are really pleased to see Crombie, and all the hard work that does in to looking after our country parks, getting a mention. We hope this inspires even more people to come and discover what the park has to offer.

You can find Issie 13 on the Hidden Scotland Website:
https://shop.hiddenscotland.com/products/hidden-scotland-magazine-issue-13

03/11/2026

🚲 Thinking about trying mountain biking but don’t have a bike?

No problem!

Bikes and helmets are provided for Dirt Divas, so you don’t need to have your own equipment to get involved.

These ladies only sessions are for women aged 16+ and are suitable whether you’re completely new to mountain biking or looking to sharpen up your skills.

With expert tuition, a friendly group and plenty of trails to explore, it’s a great chance to get out on two wheels and build your confidence.

📅 Sessions run until Thursday 26 November
📍 Two locations
👩 Ages 16+

All you need to bring is yourself and a willingness to get out on the trails!

🎟️ Book your place: https://angusaquasplash.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173670007