The small coastal town of Arbroath has a stunning old abbey to visit and is famous for its smokies: delicious smoked haddock that is still prepared like in the 1800s. Just east you can hike along the stunning Cliff Trail with rock formations like The Needle‘s Eye (a rock arch), caves and scenic bays. You can get here by train.

TGO Magazine

April 10, 2019

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It was within this historic town’s superb abbey that Scotland’s nobles declared their independence in 1320. Fine working harbour, excellent pubs to celebrate your arrival (try The Old Brewhouse or The Smugglers) and superb cliffs to the north with natural arches and stacks. Hourly bus or rail to Montrose.

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March 18, 2025

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Lovely little pub on the corner

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1. The Needle's Eye Sea Arch – The Deil's Heid Sea Stack loop from Arbroath

10.7km

02:52

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. The Needle's Eye Sea Arch – The Deil's Heid Sea Stack loop from Westport

7.66km

02:00

60m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Dog-Friendly Beach – Arbroath Harbour loop from Arbroath

5.66km

01:27

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Royal Burgh Of Arbroath, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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1. The Needle's Eye Sea Arch – The Deil's Heid Sea Stack loop from Arbroath

2. The Needle's Eye Sea Arch – The Deil's Heid Sea Stack loop from Westport

3. Dog-Friendly Beach – Arbroath Harbour loop from Arbroath

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