{"id":1776,"date":"2024-12-13T14:44:48","date_gmt":"2024-12-13T14:44:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visit-angus.blue2web.co.uk\/?post_type=attraction&p=1776"},"modified":"2025-09-18T10:34:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T10:34:29","slug":"house-of-dun","status":"publish","type":"attraction","link":"https:\/\/visitangus.com\/things-to-see-do\/attractions\/house-of-dun\/","title":{"rendered":"House of Dun"},"content":{"rendered":"

Designed with Georgian pride and baroque extravagance by renowned architect William Adam, House of Dun is every bit the perfect 18th-century laird\u2019s home.<\/p>\n

It took 13 years to complete and the precision shows in the fine details. Joseph Enzer\u2019s plasterwork in the saloon is masterful \u2013 classical tableaux and family emblems rise thickly from the walls and ceilings with filigree flourishes. Throughout the house, hand-stitched woolwork and embroideries by Lady Augusta FitzClarence, daughter of William IV and actress Dorothy Jordan, are equally impressive.<\/p>\n

Step back in time and be shown round the house by costumed characters. In the kitchen, see how the house was at the forefront of technology with a labour-saving clockwork spit to make work easier for the cook and her staff.<\/p>\n

The recently renovated Courtyard, housing part of the Angus Folk Collection, uses innovative modes of display to show the stories of Angus.<\/p>\n

Finally, step into the wildlife-rich outdoors, where beautiful formal gardens are surrounded by acres of Montrose woodland.<\/p>\n

Visitors can also enjoy a bite to eat at Erskine\u2019s Caf\u00e9 at House of Dun<\/a>, or enjoy an overnight stay at House of Dun’s self catering apartments<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a wedding venue<\/a> that combines timeless elegance with stunning natural beauty, the House of Dun is the perfect choice, with a variety of spaces to suit your wedding style, whether you want an intimate gathering or a large celebration.<\/p>\n

Opening Times (House, Shop, Cafe, Gardens & Angus Folk Museum):<\/strong><\/p>\n

28 April to 28 September
\nWednesday to Sunday, 10.30am to 4.30pm<\/p>\n

29 September to 21 December
\nThursday to Sunday, 10.30am to 4.30pm<\/p>\n

The estate is open daily throughout the year, from 8am to 8pm.<\/p>\n

Entry Fee:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Adult – \u00a317
\nConcession – \u00a313.50
\nFamily – \u00a338.50
\nOne adult family – \u00a333.00
\nNational Trust for Scotland Members – Free<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1780,"template":"","tags":[138,89,139],"location":[11],"accessibility":[28,29,30,36,39],"attraction-type":[102,129,82,141,103,94],"class_list":["post-1776","attraction","type-attraction","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tag-ask-angus","tag-dog-friendly","tag-wedding-venues","location-montrose","accessibility-accessible-parking-or-drop-off-point","accessibility-accessible-toilets","accessibility-bike-racks","accessibility-parking","accessibility-wifi-available","attraction-type-castles-historic-houses","attraction-type-dog-friendly","attraction-type-heritage-attractions","attraction-type-history-culture","attraction-type-parks-gardens","attraction-type-tours"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nAttractions in Angus | Visit Angus<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Choose from a huge range of attractions in Angus to suit all ages and interests, from sandy beaches and spectacular 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