Gorges · Scottish Highlands
Glen Esk
In or near Edzell.
Glen Esk — a gorge in scotland highlands.
Peter Wood — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
A British gorge — a narrow, steep-sided valley typically carved by a river through resistant limestone or sandstone country.
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Place summary
Glen Esk is a gorge located in the Scottish Highlands. This scenic landscape features steep sides and a winding river, offering a dramatic natural setting. The area is known for its rugged beauty and opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and wildlife observation. Visitors can explore the surrounding terrain and enjoy the tranquillity of the Highland environment.
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- Coordinates
- 56.8833, -2.7333
- District
- Angus
- Postcode
- DD9 7YW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Angus and Perthshire Glens
Sources
- manual: geonames-2649908 (CC BY 4.0)
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Craig of Dalhastnie
Craig of Dalhastnie — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Craig of Shanno
Craig of Shanno — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 407 m.
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Colmeallie
Colmeallie — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Glen Esk
Places to stay
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Glenesk Caravan Park
Glenesk Caravan Park — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Clochie Caravan Site
Clochie Caravan Site — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
📷 5Hotels · Scottish Highlands
House of Mark
House of Mark — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Dovecot Caravan Park
Dovecot Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Silver Ladies Caravan Park
Silver Ladies Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Ecclesgreig Holiday Park
Ecclesgreig Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands
Burnett Arms Hotel, High Street, Banchory
Burnett Arms Hotel, High Street, Banchory in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Glen Esk?
- Glen Esk is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode DD9 7YW).
- What is Glen Esk?
- Glen Esk — a gorge in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Glen Esk?
- Drivers can use postcode DD9 7YW.
- How do I get to Glen Esk?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DD9 7YW. It sits within the Angus and Perthshire Glens parliamentary constituency.