Angus Coastal Path - Broughty Ferry to Carnoustie
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UPDATE - 21st JULY 2024
Due to the introduction of a temporary train timetable by Scotrail, the walk will now start at 1130 and not 1030 as originally published. This is to fit in with a train from Dundee arriving at Broughty Ferry at 1130.
Linear walk along the Angus Coast between Broughty Ferry and Carnoustie
Our walk starts at the waterfront in Broughty Ferry and soon after we pass the imposing Broughty Castle where we have the option of making a short visit to the castle if there is interest. After the castle we can either walk along the beach (depending on tidal and weather conditions) or take the footpath and head along the coastal path towards Monifieth.
At Monifieth we need to head slightly inland to avoid the Barry Buddon military firing range and follow the cycle path towards Carnoustie. Just before Carnoustie we head back towards the coast and follow the coastal path along the dunes into Carnoustie where our walk ends at the Railway Station.
Transport
As this is a linear walk, it has been timed to fit in with train times at both the start and finish.
Broughty Ferry Station, arriving at 1130 (from the south) and 1024 (from the north)
Carnoustie Station, departing at 1532 and 1641 (for the south) and 1549 and 1616 (for the north)
Other train times are available - see Scotrail website for full details of timetable options.
Car parking is available near the waterfront in Broughty Ferry.
Photos: All photos taken by Graham Lawson and used with permission
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What to bring
Water: bring at least two litres
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Day rucksack: typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Boots: waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking, trainers are OK if the ground is dry and there’s little chance of rain
Gaiters: recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)
Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter
Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
Snacks: bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example and put them somewhere easy to get hold of
Lunch: bring a packed lunch unless otherwise stated
Food & drink
Please bring a packed lunch