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Brechin (/ ˈ b r iː x ɪ n /; Scottish Gaelic: Breichin) is a town and former royal burgh in Angus, Scotland. Traditionally Brechin was described as a city because of its cathedral and its status as the seat of a pre-Reformation Roman Catholic diocese (which continues today as an episcopal seat of the Scottish Episcopal Church), but that ...
- IanAberdeen. Westhill, UK 471 contributions. Worth going a little out of your way to see. Unusually interesting walled garden makes this worth an hour or so of your time.
- Mrs E. 12 contributions. Fantastic museum. This is a wonderful little museum. What a shame it will close soon. Hopefully someone will take over the collection.
- Gina. Bristol, UK10 contributions. Wonderful place. Loved this place. Such a lovely walk and so picturesque. The Shakin'Brig is definitely worth a visit. Review of: Shakin' Brig of Edzell.
- Peter. Glasgow, UK3,243 contributions. Stunning Round Tower. Very fine Cathedral, now empty of a congregation. However the 26m high "Round Tower" from the 10th century is very special.
Brechin is the only city in Angus, on account of its medieval cathedral. The cathedral is famed for its tall eleventh century round tower which is one of only two such towers surviving in Scotland. Visit Brechin and explore its rich and fascinating heritage including the steam and diesel locomotives at the Caledonian Railway.
Brechin is a town with a considerable history: even its football club has been around since 1906. The city status suggested by the name of its football club probably owes much to its pre- Reformation importance as an ecclesiastical centre and the presence here of Brechin Cathedral.
The City of Brechin is a fascinating place to visit, steeped in rich heritage. Most famously known for its stunning Brechin Cathedral and its eleventh century Round Tower.
Lord and Lady Dalhousie extend a warm welcome to their home Brechin Castle at the ancient city of Brechin in the beautiful County of Angus in North East Scotland. Brechin Castle and the spectacular gardens are open to the public at set times each year.
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Brechin is a historical town situated in Angus, which is well known for its eleventh century round tower, one among the two of these Irish-style monuments surviving in Scotland and the other is at Abernethy, Perthshire.
