Mains Castle is a 16th-century castle in Dundee, Scotland. The castle consists of several buildings surrounding a courtyard, although several of the original western buildings no longer exist. The northern and eastern buildings are where the family would have lived, with the servants occupying the southern quarters.
The Whitehall Theatre is one of the jewels in Dundee’s cultural crown. The theatre has stood proudly in the city for almost 100 years, initially built as a cinema, the venue as we now know it came into existence in the 1960’s and has provided the city with a home of entertainment ever since. The theatre is around a 10 minute walk west of the city centre, situated across from The University of Dundee, just off the Hawkhill. The theatre plays host to music acts, musicals, comedians, dance troupes and so much more.
Claypotts Castle is a late medieval castle in the suburban West Ferry area of Dundee, Scotland. It is one of the best-preserved examples of a 16th-century Z-plan tower house in Scotland. Now surrounded by modern housing, the castle is maintained as an Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland.
The Mills Observatory in Dundee, Scotland, is the first purpose-built public astronomical observatory in the UK. Built in 1935, the observatory is classically styled in sandstone and has a distinctive 7 m dome, which houses a Victorian refracting telescope, a small planetarium, and display areas.
The pavilion and park were gifted to the people of Dundee by prominent flax mill owners, the Baxter family in 1863. The park was laid out by one of the great innovators and achievers of the 19th century, Sir Joseph Paxton and the pavilion was designed by his son in law, George Henry Stokes.
Dundee Rep Theatre is a purpose built award-winning theatre in the cultural quarter of Dundee.
Monikie Country Park, with its reservoirs, woodland and parkland is an ideal location for a visit to the countryside. The scenic surroundings offer many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors at any time of the year. The park is open throughout the year with the ranger centre open during most daylight hours. We offer hire and instruction in windsurfing, sailing, canoeing and kayaking between May and September. As well as all craft and equipment, changing facilities with hot showers are provided. You can also store or launch your own craft. We also offer high ropes, teambuilding, raft building, mountain biking, conservation projects and guided walks. The Rangers can tailor any activity to suit your needs, whether it is for a fun birthday party or to meet your outdoor learning outcomes through the Curriculum For Excellence.
Dundee Contemporary Arts is an art centre in Dundee, Scotland, with two contemporary art galleries, a two-screen cinema, a print studio, a learning and public engagement programme, a shop and a café bar.
Dundee Science Centre inspires people of all ages to explore and understand the world around them, to discover and enjoy science with lots of fun. The Centre has recently been renovated to provide immersive exhibitions with show stopping interactives from our Waterworks Station to Virtual Operating tables. Our youngest visitors play in our Midnight Garden Tree House and slide, families love exploring our exhibits, playing our Climate Challenge Digital Game or making things fly on our Air Table. With accessible facilities including our Sensory Zone, Changing Places toilet and new outside spaces there is something to make all our visitors feel welcome. Café Create, is a bespoke place to refuel with food and drink within a relaxed and vibrant environment.