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Restenneth Priory

Open to visitorsa Historic Environment Scotland site — many are free to wander; staffed ones charge and keep set hours

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Restenneth Priory is a priory in Angus. It is the only priory the Albion Guide charts in the county. The site is in the care of Historic Environment Scotland.

The nearest other priory is Brechin, Maison Dieu Chapel, 14.4 km to the north-east. The nearest railway station is Barry Links, 18.8 km to the south.

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