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Welcome to the 2010 Dundee Festive Guide. In it
you’ll find all the information you need to plan a
fantastic festive season in our friendly city.
Shopping? Enjoy Dundee’s marvellous mix of
independent retailers, modern shopping centres and
familiar high street names.
Planning a night out? Dundee has lots to offer – from
a Christmas show to a classical concert. Or maybe a
festive meal or party night appeals in one of the city’s
many quality hotels, bars and restaurants?
Add in the Christmas Light Night and Shopping
Bonanza Evening and you’ll see that Dundee really is
the perfect festive destination.
Dundee City Centre Management would like to
thank all the partners, agencies and particularly the
businesses that have made this publication possible
through their financial support.
Lorna McKenzie
City Centre Manager
City Centre Map
Shopping. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9
Christmas Light Night. . . . . 10
Festive Diary. . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Festive Cheer . . . . . . . 12 - 13
Entertainment. . . . . . . 14 - 18
Church Events. . . . . . . . . . . 18
Sport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Children’s Fun. . . . . . . . . . . 20
Dundee Waterfront. . . . . . . 21
Travel Information. . . . . . . . 21
£200 to spend on Gerry
Weber at Wilkies
Womenswear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
A necklace and earrings
valued at £150 from
Lorraine Law . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Tickets for Scotland
v Ireland from
Rugby Plus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Tickets for Sleeping Beauty
at Dundee Rep. . . . . . . . . . . 20
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Apex City Quay Hotel
Chopstix
Discovery Point
Dundee Rep Theatre
Hilton Dundee
Keiller’s China Shop
Lorraine Law
Overgate
Panasonic Store
Projekt Clothing
Robertson & Watt
Rugby Plus…
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Shehzad Tandoori and Balti
Restaurant
The Bike Worx
The Gentleman’s Groom Room
The Jewellery Doctor
The Queens Hotel
The Steeple Church
The Sunflower Room
The Town
Tiso - The Outdoor Specialist
Vivaldi
Wellgate
Wilkies Womenswear
Yu Spa
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City Blinds
Dundee Churches
Dundee City Council, Planning and Transportation
Dundee City Council, Leisure and Communities
Dundee City Council, Library and Information Services
Dundee City Council, Waste Management
Dundee Leisure
Redwood Leisure Ltd
The Riverside Inn
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Towards Zero Waste Dundee
There are easy ways to reduce your
waste this Christmas and throughout
this guide you will find tips on how
to go about it. For more information
on how you can Reduce, Reuse and
Recycle your waste, contact Dundee
City Council Waste Management
Department on 01382 432777 or visit
www.dundeecity.gov.uk/wasteman
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In compiling this guide, every effort has been made by the publishers to ensure
that information gathered and supplied for inclusion is accurate at the time of
going to print but no guarantee can be, or is, given. Therefore, the publishers
cannot accept any liability for errors or omissions discovered in the printed guide.
Before making any plans please check with the organisation or venue concerned.
The House of Commas would like to thank Dundee City Centre Management,
Dundee City Council and all the many businesses and
organisations who have contributed to this guide.
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shopping
Fri 19 Nov
6.00pm – 9.00pm
Christmas at the Wellgate
City Centre
Christmas Light Night
Many of the city centre’s shops and eateries will be staying open during
the Christmas Light Night so you can do some Christmas shopping
while enjoying the festive fun. See page 10 for more details. www.dundee.com
Sat 20 Nov
9.00am – 4.00pm
High Street
Farmers’ Market
Other stalls will also be selling a selection of items to make your
home feel special throughout the winter including plants, tartan
weave products and hand made soaps.
Sun 28 Nov
11.00am – 4.00pm
Museum Shopping
The McManus: Dundee’s Art Gallery & Museum in Albert
Square, re-opened to the public earlier this year. Visit the
retail area to buy quality gifts and unusual stocking fillers. See page 16 for more information.
The Sunflower Room
20 South Tay Street Tel: 01382 225555
The Sunflower Room’s Spa Gift Vouchers are a
perfect gift option for any budget. Choose from a vast
selection of treatments, special offers or give one for a
value to suit you. www.thesunflowerroom.com
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Here’s an excellent opportunity to
stock up with all you need to put some
fine food and flavours on the table this
Christmas. You’ll find a mouth-watering
choice of fresh, natural produce and ingredients
at this popular market. There’s locally produced
fruit, vegetables and top quality beef, lamb, pork
and venison. You can choose from a wide selection of
cheeses and stock up with bacon, eggs, fish and seafood. Treat yourself
to some home baked cakes, Scottish preserves and fabulous fudge and
take home some Scottish wine, beers and fruit drinks.
The Wellgate has Christmas all wrapped up with a
great range of gifts and super-stylish looks. You can
buy catwalk-inspired styles from all your favourite
high street retailers and speciality boutiques. Or
visit the hairdresser for a head-turning look. You’ll
also find gifts that are truly unique from natural
skin care products to cute collectables. And those all
important stocking fillers are easy to find with affordable stores spread
over three floors. On top of this, look out for Santa in his grotto, charity
wrapping stations, carol singing and late night shopping for a truly festive
shopping experience. www.wellgatedundee.co.uk
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value
Marryat Hall, City Square
Record, CD & Memorabilia Fair
Enjoy browsing for the rare and collectable in this
fascinating musical treasure trove. £1
Towards Zero Waste Dundee - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Dundee City Council provides a FREE, special collection for your real
Christmas tree which will then be turned into Discovery Compost. To arrange a collection, call Waste Management on 01382 432776/432770.
Other ways to dispose of your tree are to cut it up into small pieces and
add it to your home compost bin, your kerbside brown bin or take it to a
recycling centre. Alternatively, if you have a garden why not buy a living tree
- then plant it outside for a little bit of Christmas all year round?
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shopping
Little and Lost
Christmas opening hours
Boots
Debenhams Keiller’s Marks &
Robertson
China Shop
Spencer & Watt
The
Sunflower
Room
November
Thur 18 08.30 – 19.30 08.00 – 24.00 08.30 - 19.00 09.00 – 19.00
09.00 – 17.30
10.00 – 20.00
Fri 19
08.30 – 21.00 09.00 – 23.00 08.30 – 20.00 08.30 - 21.00 09.00 – 20.0010.00 – 20.00
Sun 21
10.00 – 18.00 10.00 – 18.00 10.00 – 18.00 11.00 – 17.00
12.00 – 17.00
CLOSED
Sun 28 10.00 – 18.00 09.00 – 18.0010.00 – 18.0010.00 – 18.0012.00 – 17.00
CLOSED
December
Wed 1
08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 22.00 08.30 – 18.00 09.00 - 18.00
09.00 – 17.30
10.00 – 20.00
Thur 2 08.30 – 21.00 09.00 – 22.00 08.30 – 21.00 09.00 – 21.00 09.00 – 21.0010.00 – 21.00
Fri 3
08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 20.00 08.30 – 18.00 08.30 – 18.30
Sat 4
08.30 – 18.00 08.00 – 20.00 08.30 – 18.00 08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 17.30 09.00 – 15.00
Sun 5
10.00 – 18.00 09.00 – 18.00 10.00 – 18.00 10.00 – 18.00
Mon 6
08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 20.00 08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 18.00 09.00 – 17.3010.00 - 18.00
Tues 7
08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 20.00 08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 18.00
Wed 8
08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 22.00 08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 18.00 09.00 – 17.30 10.00 – 20.00
Thur 9
08.30 – 21.00 09.00 – 22.00 08.30 – 18.30 09.00 – 20.00
Fri 10
08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 20.00 08.30 – 18.00 08.30 – 18.30 09.00 – 17.3010.00 – 20.00
Sat 11
08.30 – 18.00 08.00 – 20.00 08.30 – 18.00 08.30 – 18.00
09.00 – 17.30
12.00 – 17.00
09.00 – 17.30
09.00 – 19.00
09.00 – 17.30
10.00 – 20.00
12.00 – 16.00
10.00 – 18.00
10.00 – 20.00
09.00 – 15.00
Sun 1210.00 – 18.00 09.00 – 18.0010.00 – 18.0010.00 – 18.0012.00 – 17.0012.00 – 16.00
Mon 13 08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 20.00 08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 19.00
09.00 – 18.00
10.00 – 18.00
Tues 14 08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 20.00 08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 19.00 09.00 – 18.0010.00 – 18.00
Wed 15 08.30 – 18.00 08.30 – 20.00 08.30 – 18.00 09.00 – 19.00
09.00 – 18.00
10.00 – 20.00
A simple, effective and nationally recognised scheme
for reuniting lost children now operates in Dundee
city centre, under the name Little and Lost.
It works by issuing wristbands to children
with contact numbers for parents/
guardians. Shops taking part in the
scheme display colourful window
stickers and children know they can go
there if they are lost. If parents need the help of
Security personnel when shopping, they can look for
the window stickers and ring the number displayed.
Free wristbands are available at Overgate.
www.childsafezones.co.uk www.littleandlost.co.uk
Shopmobility Dundee
Overgate Lane, between Overgate and Debenhams’ car park.
Don’t miss out on the festive atmosphere in the
city centre because you have difficulty getting
around. Shopmobility Dundee lends out manual
and electric wheelchairs or scooters. You can even
ask for an escort if you need extra help. You do
not need to be registered as having a disability to
use the Shopmobility service. It’s best to book, but
a quick call to 01382 228525 is all that’s needed.
Shopmobility is open Mon to Fri, 9.15am – 4.30pm.
The service will be closed from 4.00pm on Thur 23
Dec and re-opens on Wed 5 January at 9.15am.
Thur 16 08.30 – 21.00 08.30 – 22.00 08.30 – 18.30 09.00 – 20.00 09.00 – 19.0010.00 – 20.00
Fri 17
08.30 – 18.00 08.30 – 20.00 08.30 – 18.00 08.00 – 19.00
Sat 18
08.30 – 18.00 08.30 – 20.00 08.30 – 18.00 08.00 – 19.00 09.00 – 17.30 09.00 – 15.00
Sun 19
10.00 – 18.00 09.00 – 18.00 10.00 – 18.00 09.00 – 18.00
09.00 – 17.30
11.00 – 17.00
10.00 – 20.00
12.00 – 16.00
Mon 20 08.30 – 20.00 08.00 – 22.00 08.30 – 19.00 07.00 – 19.00 08.30 – 19.0010.00 – 18.00
Tues 21 08.30 – 20.00 08.00 – 22.00 08.30 – 19.00 07.00 – 19.00
08.30 – 19.00
10.00 – 18.00
Wed 22 08.30 – 20.00 08.00 – 22.00 08.30 – 19.00 07.00 – 19.00 08.30 – 19.0010.00 – 20.00
Thur 23 08.30 – 21.00 08.00 – 22.00 08.30 – 19.00 07.00 – 21.00
Fri 24
Sat 25
09.00 – 20.00
Wrapping paper, cards, envelopes, glass,
plastic, aluminium cans and electrical items are
just some of the things that can be recycled in
Dundee. To find out what and where you can
recycle, visit www.sort-it.org.uk
10.00 – 20.00
08.30 – 17.30 08.00 – 18.00 08.30 – 16.00 07.00 – 17.00 08.30 – 16.0010.00 – 16.00
CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
Sun 26 09.00 – 18.00 09.00 – 18.0010.00 – 16.00
CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
This information was correct at time of going to print but may be subject to change. If in doubt please contact the store to confirm.
Towards Zero Waste Dundee
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Festive Closing
Dundee City Council offices will be closed on
24, 27, 28 December and 3,4 January.
shopping
Overgate
Thur 2 Dec
Christmas shopping at Overgate is an event for the whole family, with
decorations and a fun, festive atmosphere. There’s over 60 shops and with
major stores like Debenhams, Primark, H&M, New Look, Gap, Argos and
WH Smith, and a host of other specialist retailers, Christmas shopping is a
breeze. There’s a vast choice of gifts, clothes and everything for a sparkling
Christmas so you should have no trouble finding something for everyone on
your list. There are plenty of places to eat and drink so enjoying a reviving
drink or snack is quick and easy. Add to all that Overgate’s city centre
location and you have the perfect shopping destination. www.overgate.co.uk
5.30pm – 9.00pm
Sat 18 Dec
9.00am – 4.00pm High Street and Reform Street
Dundee City Centre
Shopping Bonanza Evening
Many city centre shops and eateries are offering
discounts and other incentives in a superb shopping
bonanza evening. From money off to gift wrapping,
wine and nibbles - make the most of this special
evening. You’ll find many of your favourite stores
are staying open allowing you to blitz your Christmas
shopping in one festive, fun evening.
Eat, Drink & Shop
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42 Whitehall Crescent Tel: 01382 801504
One of their best sellers, Geo F Trumper’s renowned
and sophisticated Eucris Eau de Toilette, beautifully
packaged, with its iconic black frosted glass bottle and
famous crown stopper. 100ml bottle £39.00
www.thegentlemansgroomroom.com
Two markets in one and two chances to buy some fantastic, festive treats
and essentials. All the tempting and tasty produce normally available at
the Farmers’ Market will be there and loads more besides. Treat your
home to some handmade Christmas decorations, treat yourself to some
locally produced food and drinks, and treat your family and friends to a
unique hand crafted gift. Look out for stunning pewterware, eye-catching
jewellery, shellcraft, paintings and pottery and much more besides.
A special gift for a special centenary
You’ll be impressed by Dundee’s varied
selection of quality, independent retailers,
modern shopping centres and familiar high street names.
There’s also a huge range of restaurants, cafés and bars to choose
from in the city centre. A map showing various places to eat, drink
and shop can be found at www.dundeecity.gov.uk/citycentre
The Gentleman’s Groom Room
Christmas Farmers’ Market with Crafts
2012 marks the centenary of Captain Scott’s expedition
to be the first to reach the South Pole. To honour this
endeavour the British Services Antarctic Expedition
(BSAE) 2012 will venture into the unexplored
regions of the Antarctic and shun the now relatively
well trodden path to the South Pole. To mark the
centenary you can buy a unique 70 cl bottle of BSAE
2012 - The Spirit of Scott - Tullibardine Whisky with a
commemorative label. This limited edition 16 Year Old Single Malt is
sold exclusively at Discovery Point, Dundee and Tullibardine Distillery.
A donation of £5 from each sale will go directly towards the costs of
the Expedition. To order your whisky contact: Ann Malone on 01382 309060 or email retail@dundeeheritage.co.uk
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Around the Streets
Dundee is the perfect place to shop. The city centre
offers an impressive selection of independent retailers,
extensive shopping centres and favourite high street
names. There is much more choice than we have space
for here so we’ve highlighted the shops that have
supported this guide.
Reform Street: Head to The
Castle Street: You’ll
Jewellery Doctor if you’d like
a precious piece of jewellery
mended or perhaps to sell
unwanted items. They also
sell some fabulous pre-owned
pieces and new items.
be dazzled by the array
of china, porcelain, glass
and collectables at Keiller’s
China Shop and gifts, jewellery
and homewares at their sister
shop, Yvonne’s, in Seagate.
Whitehall Crescent: There’s
a wide choice of quality male
grooming products at The
Gentleman’s Groom Room
and a variety of gift vouchers too.
Overgate: Shop at Projekt
Clothing for all the wellknown men’s designer labels,
shoes and accessories.
Commercial Street:
For jewellery
that turns heads
Lorraine Law
is the place. The
range includes
contemporary
collections, distinctive
designs and limited editions.
Union Street:
Cowgate: Looking
Look no further
than Rugby Plus… if you’re
buying for a rugby player or
fan. There’s plenty to choose
from including replica jerseys,
footwear and gifts.
for glittering partywear, a
cosy coat or stylish accessories?
Wilkies Womenswear has all
the best-loved labels.
Exchange Street:
Whether you’re
looking for a bell or a
bike The Bike Worx
will be happy to advise
you.
Nethergate: Vivaldi is a
Christmas shopper’s dream!
Find clothing, jewellery,
handbags, wallets and
delightful accessories.
High Street:
Jewellery is always a
Christmas favourite
and Robertson &
Watt has a super selection of
contemporary, traditional and
very individual pieces.
Whitehall
Street: The
Panasonic
Store is
perfect for all
things sound
and vision – from TVs to digital
cameras. If you’re buying for
the outdoors type, Tiso is full
of perfect gift ideas – from
compasses to climbing gear.
As well as the streets
mentioned here, make sure
you explore the city centre
and also visit Crichton Street,
Murraygate, Panmure Street
and South Tay Street.
Also well worth a visit are the
Wellgate and Forum shopping
centres as well as Gallagher
Retail Park.
19 Cowgate Tel: 01382 229200
Add some sparkle to the festive season with one of
these fabulous glitter purses. At just £5.99 they are an
added extra to a gift or perfect little stocking filler.
www.wilkies.co.uk
Towards Zero Waste Dundee
• Say ‘No’ to unnecessary carrier bags and take your own bags with you when you go shopping.
• After Christmas, consider donating any unwanted presents to charity shops. For more information and tips on ways to reuse, visit www.wasteawaretayside.org.uk
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There will be lots to enjoy from 7.00pm.
Activities and performances include:
• Showcase the Street performing their own
brand of vibrant music and dance.
• Dundee Rep who will be performing an
excerpt from their Christmas Show,
Sleeping Beauty.
• A nativity play.
•Heritage trails by Scotia
Heritage.
• Projections onto buildings.
•Solar Disco with their solar powered
flashing dance floor.
...and much, much more.
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The city centre’s cultural
attractions including The McManus:
Dundee’s Art Gallery & Museum,
Dundee Science Centre - Sensation, DCA, and many
of the eateries and shops will be open late.
It’s an ideal opportunity to mix watching the performances and
fun with some Christmas shopping.
Both Overgate and the Wellgate will have shops and eateries
open as well as late night shopping, including Marks and Spencer.
For full details of shop opening times as well as updates on the
performances and activities on the night visit
www.dundee.com
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Dundee Science Festival
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Dundee v Partick Thistle 9-13 Oliver 10 Rockapella 10 Dundee United v St Mirren 12 Jedward 13 Dundee United v Kilmarnock 14 Mark Watson 16 Rich Hall 16-18 Scottish Dance Theatre 18 Nutcracker 18-21 The Singing Kettle 19 Christmas Light Night 19 Frank, Sammy and Dean 20 Colin Fry and TJ Higgs 20 Farmers’ Market 23 Rhod Gilbert 24-27 Me and My Girl 26 Silent Movie Night 26-27 Dundee Mountain Film Festival 27 Dundee Fiddlers’ Rally 27-20 Feb Jonathan Horowitz Exhibition 28 Dundee Symphony Orchestra 28 Record, CD and Memorabilia Fair
28 Dundee United v Rangers 29 Maximum Rhythm N’ Blues 29-8 Jan Sleeping Beauty 30 Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Heart Club Show
Various venues
Dens Park
Whitehall Theatre
Caird Hall
Tannadice Park
Caird Hall
Tannadice Park
Whitehall Theatre
Whitehall Theatre
Dundee Rep
Caird Hall
Whitehall Theatre
City Centre
Caird Hall
Caird Hall
High Street
Caird Hall
Whitehall Theatre
Caird Hall
Bonar Hall
Caird Hall
DCA
Caird Hall
Marryat Hall
Tannadice Park
Caird Hall
Dundee Rep
Caird Hall
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City Centre
Dens Park
Camperdown
Caird Hall
Caird Hall
Caird Hall
Whitehall Theatre
Caird Hall
Caird Hall
St Salvador’s Church
Tannadice Park
Camperdown
Caird Hall
Caird Hall
Whitehall Theatre
Marryat Hall
City Centre
Caird Hall
Dundee Ice Arena
Dens Park
The McManus
Camperdown
Whitehall Theatre
St Salvador’s Church
Caird Hall
Tannadice Park
January
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Dundee v Ross County Johann Strauss Gala Breakin’ Rules Dundee United v Hearts
Elvis ‘What If’ Craig Hill Dundee v Falkirk Daniel Sloss & Kai Humphries
Dundee United v Hibernian Dens Park
Caird Hall
Dundee Rep
Tannadice Park
Dundee Rep
Dundee Rep
Dens Park
Dundee Rep
Tannadice Park
This information was correct at the time of going to print but may
be subject to change. If in doubt, please contact the venue to confirm.
For more events information visit www.dundee.com
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festive cheer
With hotels, restaurants and pubs to suit every taste
and budget, you’ll have lots of choice for celebrating the
season in Dundee. Here we have highlighted those venues
that have supported this guide.
Apex City Quay Hotel and Spa
City Quay
Tel: 0845 365 0004
The Town
Commercial Street Tel: 01382 201042
If you’re out for a festive
celebration, this splendid bar
and restaurant offers beautiful
surroundings, a relaxed
atmosphere and award-winning
food and drink served seven days
a week. Voted best beer cellar in
Scotland 2010.
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Woodlands Tel: 01382 480033 Invercarse Tel: 01382 669231 Birkhill Tel: 01382 581297
All three are offering fantastic
opportunities for seasonal
celebrations whether it’s a festive
lunch, a dinner with all the trimmings or a party night to
remember. Each one offers great
food and a warm welcome in
pleasant surroundings.
Chopstix
Nethergate
Tel: 01382 322515
Head here for a huge choice of
festive fun. There’s party nights,
party disco lunches, mid-week party night specials, a Hogmanay
Gala Dinner and, new this year,
a Family Hogmanay party. Simply
fancy a tasty, festive meal? Nosey
Parker’s is the place.
Hilton Dundee
Earl Grey Place
Tel: 01382 315505
Enjoy one of the fantastic party
nights with mulled wine on arrival,
three-course meal, half bottle of
wine per person and disco until
1.00am. This could also be the
perfect venue if you’re looking for
a quality festive lunch.
St Andrews St. Tel: 01382 224021
Albert St. Tel: 01382 454343
Shehzad Tandoori/Balti
Sample fantastic Chinese cuisine
either in the restaurant or take away,
or have it delivered all over Dundee.
If you’re out shopping, try their à la carte Christmas Shopping three
-course special for £9.99.
Whether you like your Christmas
exotic or traditional, this friendly
restaurant has the lot - from brilliant
buffets to Christmas Day lunches and
family nights to festive parties.
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Castle Street
Tel: 01382 201686
The Riverside Inn
Riverside Drive
Tel: 01382 566864
Party nights include a four-course
meal and entertainment while
on Christmas Day enjoy a glass
of fizz and a fabulous five-course
meal. Welcome in the New Year
at The Hogmanay Party which
includes a special four-course
meal and entertainment. And on
18 December you can even have
breakfast with Santa!
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This stylish venue is a perfect
choice for celebrating the festive
season. There’s party lunches
and dinners with great menus
and a terrific atmosphere or, if
you prefer, a festive lunch in the
Brasserie. And don’t miss the Abba
Tribute Night on 12 December.
Woodlands & Invercarse
Hotels and The Birkhill Inn
The Queens Hotel
Tel: 01382
223020
A lot of time and thought goes
into every jewellery purchase.
To show how much you care,
how about a piece of handmade
silver from Rosie Brown Jewellery
available from VIVALDI, or online
at www.vivaldiaccessories.com
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Wed 10 Nov
7.30pm
Caird Hall
Rockapella
Direct from the USA, Rockapella
comprise some of the greatest
vocal talents of their generation.
Collectively they have
shared stages with
the likes of Tina
Turner, Phil
Collins, Julie
Andrews and
Boyz II Men.
£19.50, £18
(+ booking fee)
Concessions £1.50 off
Fri 12 Nov
7.30pm Caird Hall
Jedward
The Planet
Jedward
Tour. For more
information visit
www.planetjedward.net Under
16s must be accompanied by an
adult of 18+. £22.50 (+ booking
fee), JEDPACK 4 tickets £72 (+ booking fee)
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Tues 16 – Thur 18 Nov
Various performance times
Dundee Rep
Scottish Dance Theatre
Following performances
throughout the UK, Italy, The
Netherlands and the Edinburgh
Fringe, SDT return home with
two programmes - Triple Bill
and Backstage Pass. Prices
vary depending on
performance.
Thur 18
Nov
Mills Observatory
Glamis Road, Balgay Park, Dundee
Tues 23 Nov
Open all year
Opening times for October to March - Mon to Fri 4.00pm – 10.00pm, Sat and Sun 12.30pm – 4.00pm Closed 24, 25, 26, 31 Dec and 1, 2 Jan.
The UK’s only full-time public observatory, it houses a Victorian ten inch
refracting telescope and twelve inch reflecting telescope with state-ofthe-art ‘go to’ technology. It’s now possible to ‘hop’ from one object to
another more quickly than ever before!
Until March you can book for the regular talks on fascinating topics
including a tour of the night sky in the small planetarium. You’ll learn
about asteroids, galaxies and how to measure the distance of the
stars! Group visits can be arranged, where visitors are treated to a
planetarium show, a talk with a question and answer session, and a
look through the telescope. For the less mobile, there is closed circuit
television so you can view the skies at ground level.
7.30pm Caird Hall
FREE, however a small charge applies to group visits and for public
planetarium shows. Tel: 01382 435967 www.dundeecity.gov.uk/mills
The Moscow
Ballet returns
with the
evergreen festive
tale danced to recorded
music. Certain seats may have
restricted view of stage, check
with box office.
Fri 19 Nov
Sat 20 Nov
Frank, Sammy & Dean
Colin Fry and TJ Higgs
Nutcracker
Tickets £21, £19, Concessions £1
off, Schoolchildren £5
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Caird Hall
Christmas with the Rat Pack Live
from Las Vegas features a 12 piece
Big Band with full supporting
cast. Hit follows hit, including:
Witchcraft, The Lady is a Tramp,
Mr Bojangles and many more.
£26, £23, Concessions £2 off
7.30pm
Caird Hall
Don’t miss two of the most
celebrated Psychic Mediums as
they deliver messages of love
and comfort in their brand new
Christmas Message show. Evenings
of Mediumship are not scientifically
proven and are presented for education
and entertainment purposes only. £25
8.00pm
Caird Hall
Rhod Gilbert
Following sell-out performances
earlier in the year, don’t miss
the hottest name in comedy
performing his critically
acclaimed hit show. £20 (+ booking fee). Over 16s only
Fri 26 Nov
7.30pm
Caird Hall
Silent Movie Night
The Friends of the Caird
Hall Organ present a unique
opportunity to see the classic 1925
film, The Phantom Of The Opera,
accompanied by celebrated
cinema organist Nigel Ogden.
£10, Friends £8, Accompanied
children FREE
Sat 27 Nov
7.00pm
Caird Hall
Dundee Fiddlers’ Rally
The Sounds Of Scotland show
with Dundee Strathspey and Reel
Society and guest artistes, Paul
Anderson and Shona Donaldson.
£14, Concessions £3 off
Fri 26 &
Sat 27 Nov
Various times
Bonar Hall
Dundee Mountain Film Festival
The Dundee Mountain
Film Festival showcases an
international programme of
speakers and award winning
films and exhibitions. This year
these include the French climbing
legend Catherine Destivelle,
South African mountaineer and
explorer Cathy O’Dowd and
adrenalin bursting films from the
Banff Mountain Film Festival
World Tour. There will also be
trade exhibits from voluntary
and retail organisations.
www.dundeemountainfilm.org.uk
Sun 28 Nov
7.30pm
Caird Hall
Dundee Symphony
Orchestra Concert
An evening of Humperdinck,
Schumann & Tchaikovsky. £10,
Concessions £2 off, Students £5,
Accompanied children under
16yrs FREE
Mon 29 Nov
7.30pm
Caird Hall
Whitehall Theatre
Maximum Rhythm N’ Blues
The all star line up with the
hits to match includes The
Manfreds, Paul Jones, Mike
D’Abo, Mike Hugg, Tom
McGuinness, Rob Townsend,
Marcus Cliffe, Simon Currie
and their special guests Alan
Price & Cliff Bennett. £23, £21
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Mark Watson
Rich Hall
The Singing Kettle Me and My Girl Tosca
Cinderella
Tel: 08717 029 486 www.whitehalldundee.co.uk
Tues 30 Nov
8.00pm
Caird Hall
Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Heart Club Show
This stunning new production brings one of Rock
‘n’ Roll’s greatest landmark albums back to life.
Featuring some of the best musicians from Liverpool
and backed by a spellbinding new light show and
original big screen animations. The performance of Sgt
Pepper in its entirety is followed by an hour of Beatles classics live.
£24.50 (+ booking fee)
Caird Hall events can be booked by calling Dundee City Box Office on 01382 434940 or book online at www.cairdhall.co.uk
Dundee Rep Theatre bookings: 01382 223530 www.dundeerep.co.uk
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6.30pm
Caird Hall
NYCoS Dundee Choir
Christmas Concert
A perfect opportunity to
hear some of Dundee’s finest
young singers performing a
selection of seasonal songs.
Tickets available at the door.
£5, Concessions £2 off
Tues 7 Dec
7.30pm
Caird Hall
Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown
Get ready for a barn-storming
night of jokes with the hottest
ticket in town. But be warned
– if easily offended please stay
away! £20, £19
Wed 8 Dec
7.00pm
Caird Hall
High School of
Dundee Concert
Join the School’s orchestras
and choirs for an evening of
Christmas carols and readings.
£6 Adults, £3 Schoolchildren
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Thur 9 Dec
7.30pm
Caird Hall
Christmas Carol Concert
In Aid of CLIC Sargent Cancer
Care for Children and featuring
Tayside and Fife Health Services
and Friends Choir, High School
of Dundee String Ensemble, St
Paul’s Academy Madrigal Group
and the Mike Bennett Brass
Ensemble. Organist: Stuart
Muir, Conductor: Norman
Beedie. £10, Accompanied
schoolchildren £5
Sat 11 Dec
7.30pm
Caird Hall
The Magic Of Motown
The best live Motown tribute
concert show boasts a superblychoreographed cast and includes
the all-time-favourites, Stop
in the Name of Love;
Get Ready; I Heard
it Through the
Grapevine and many
more. £23, £20.50,
Concessions £2 off.
Group discounts
The McManus:
Dundee’s Art Gallery
& Museum
Albert Square, Meadowside Open all year
Mon to Sat 10.00am – 5.00pm, Sun 12.30pm - 4.30pm
Closed 24, 25, 26 Dec and 1, 2 Jan
Following an exciting and extensive
refurbishment project, visitors can
now embark on a journey through 400
million years, through beautiful open
gallery spaces, and witness how a small
settlement developed into the City of
Dundee as it is today. There are exhibits
relating to the life of early man, stunning
paintings and decorative art, artefacts
from industries past and present and much
more besides. The City’s collections give
a fascinating insight into Dundee and its
people. Activities and workshops regularly
take place in the new Creative Learning
Suite. A new retail area selling quality
gifts and a café offering freshly prepared
food, are just some of the other highlights
this magnificent Victorian Gothic building
has to offer. FREE Tel: 01382 307200
www.themcmanus-dundee.gov.uk
Sat 11 & Sun 19 Dec
Cantiones Sacrae
This small choir, which specialises in unaccompanied
vocal music of the 15th and 16th centuries, will sing a
selection of Christmas carols and a variety of seasonal
Renaissance compositions. Admission to the evening
concert is by pre-booked ticket only. Lunchtime
Concert £5. Evening Concert £7/£5. Tickets
available from Dundee City Box Office (Details page15) www.cantiones.net
Charity Gala with acclaimed tenor soloist Gwyn
Hughes Jones, Dundee Choral Union, Dundee NYCoS
Youth Choir and the Orchestra of Scottish Opera. £13, Students £5, Accompanied schoolchildren FREE
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Who wouldn’t love something
from the new Tapestry collection
from Lorraine Law? Each piece is
handmade by Lorraine and is unique.
www.lorrainelaw.co.uk
DCA includes a state-of-the-art print studio, two
cinemas screening the best in contemporary film
and galleries showcasing international, visual art.
There’s a café bar and restaurant as well as a shop
where you can find innovative gifts.
A family celebration of your favourite
Christmas carols and music. The
concert will include the magical film The
Snowman accompanied by Howard
Blake’s timeless music. £12.50, Children
accompanied by an adult of 18+ £5
Marryat Hall
Scottish Ensemble
Dundee Choral Union 40 Commercial Street, Dundee
RSNO Christmas Concert
7.30pm
Caird Hall
Lorraine Law
Dundee Contemporary Arts
Caird Hall
Friday 17 Dec
Sun 12 Dec
7.30pm
Tues 14 Dec
7.30pm
Sat 1.00pm, Sun 7.30pm
St Salvador’s Church, St Salvador’s Street
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Fed up with Christmas
shopping? Why not visit
your local library? You’ll find
a wide range of books with
fantastic ideas for Christmas
food and crafts. Get in the
Christmas mood with some
festive DVDs and CDs or curl
up with a Christmas tale. Not
sure what to read next? Take
advantage of the Personal
Shopper service – tell the
staff what you like to read
and let them pick out some
great reads for you to come
in and collect. If you want
to learn some IT skills over
the winter go in and book a
Taster session to help you get
started. With free activities
and books for children too
there really is something for
everyone!
Sun 5 Dec
A Candlelit Concert featuring Dvorak
- Notturno op 40, Janacek - String
Quartet no 1, Kreutzer Sonata (arr
Morton) and Dvorak’s Serenade for
strings. £14.50, Concessions available
12 noon, 3.30pm, 7.00pm
Dundee Ice Arena
A fun, exciting way to start your festive
activities, with a special Christmas
experience by Dundee Ice Skating Club
featuring Matthew Parr, British men’s
champion. Tel: 01382 889369
£10/£7
DCA has a varied range of courses and workshops
as well as free taster sessions. Topics covered
include film making, arts and crafts and printing.
The Jonathan Horowitz exhibition at DCA
runs from 27 Nov - 20 Feb and combines key
works from the last twenty years with newly
commissioned artworks.
Tel: 01382 909 900
www.dca.org.uk
Sat 18 Dec
7.30pm
Caird Hall
Abba Mania
Sat 18 Dec
Grease on Ice
152 Nethergate
Abba Mania is now accepted as the World’s
number one touring production, featuring a
special concert presentation which celebrates
Abba’s music. Under 16s must be accompanied
by an adult. £17.50, £15.50, Accompanied
children £8.50, Family Ticket (2 + 2) £50
See page 20 for details of Dundee Rep’s magical Christmas Show – Sleeping Beauty
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Many religious groups and organisations will be holding services and events
over the festive period where all are welcome to attend. Here we have
highlighted just a few. See local press for details of others.
Give your local teams a cheer this winter. Dundee is
represented in a number of sporting leagues and the
players look to festive fans to give them a boost. Here are the home games coming up.
Dundee Rep
Elvis comes back through Paul
Phoenix. This Elvis tribute artist will leave you mesmerised. Don’t
miss this brilliant show. £14/£12/£10
Sat 22 Jan
£12, Concessions £2 off
8.00pm
Thur 6 Jan
A deliciously wicked evening of
no-holds barred, infectiously
spontaneous fun. £15.50/£13/£12
7.30pm
Caird Hall
Johann Strauss Gala
Waltz back in time to
the ballrooms of 19th
Century Vienna with
an enchanting mix of
music, song and dance
from the Strauss Family
and Friends. £23.00, £19.50
Fri 14 – Sat 15 Jan
Dundee Rep
Breakin’ Rules
An evening of head spinning
airborne action from some of the
UK’s best hip hop dance crews on
the scene. £8/£5
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8.00pm
Dundee Rep
Daniel
Sloss
& Kai
Humphries
Two smash-hit
fringe shows, one
great night! An
all-star evening
with two of the UK’s
finest rising comedy stars. £12/£9
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The meaning of Christmas
The Dundee Nativity in City Square at 7.00pm on 19 November
is a dramatic presentation of the Christmas story using words and
music. The play features an African-style gospel choir, local actors and
musicians, and some exciting drumming! This colourful event is presented by the churches of Dundee in association with other community groups.
The scenes take place around City Square, the cast moving among the audience who become part of the crowd in Bethlehem that night.
See advert and Christmas Light Night feature on page 10 for more information.
It’s the party season so who wants to know about keeping fit and healthy at
this time?
With an average Christmas dinner containing about 2,000 calories not
including wine, beer and the little chocolate treats maybe we all need to be
thinking about it?
Football
Dundee United FC
www.dundeeunitedfc.co.uk
10 Nov St Mirren 13 Nov Kilmarnock 28 Nov Rangers
11 Dec Motherwell
26 Dec Hamilton Academicals
15 Jan Hearts
30 Jan Hibernian
Ice Hockey
Dundee Stars
www.dundeestars.com
7 Nov Hull Stingrays 14 Nov Nottingham Panthers
21 Nov Sheffield Steelers 26 Nov Braehead Clan
04 Dec Newcastle Vipers 12 Dec Hull Stingrays 16 Dec Cardiff Devils
27 Dec Edinburgh Capitals 8 Jan Coventry Blaze 16 Jan Cardiff Devils
23 Jan Sheffield Steelers 29 Jan Hull Stingrays
Dundee FC
www.dundeefc.co.uk
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4 Dec Cowdenbeath
18 Dec Stirling Albion
2 Jan Ross County 22 Jan Falkirk 12 Feb Raith Rovers 26 Feb Morton
Rugby
Dundee High
School FPs
For details of all fixtures visit
www.dundeehsfp.org.uk
Fixtures are subject to
change. For match times
and up to the minute fixture
information please check the
relevant websites.
Leisureactive offers swimming, fitness and a health suite for a low monthly
set fee or pay a little more and get access to all adult fitness classes including
ZUMBA and swimming lessons. Take out a couple membership to save
more and if you add a child to your membership they can enjoy unlimited
swimming all year as well as sports centre activity classes and swimming
lessons during term times.
Leisureactive gives you access to the swimming pools at Olympia, Lochee
and St Paul’s and Grove Swim and Sport as well as the Fitness Studios at
Olympia, Lochee, St Paul’s, Grove, DISC, Douglas and Lynch and also the
Health and Sauna Suites at Olympia, Lochee and Douglas.
To find out more Tel: 01382 433524/432316 visit www.leisure-active.com or
email leisureactive@dundeecity.gov.uk
Rugby Plus...
46 Union Street Tel: 01382 226761
Stand out this Christmas with this Scotland Thistle Sock.
Great for rugby, hillwalking, wearing with wellies or
with a kilt! Only £7.99 for junior and £8.99 for senior.
An ideal stocking filler. www.rugbyplus.com
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Dundee Rep
Craig Hill
St Salvador’s Episcopal Church, St Salvador Street: 24 Dec, 11.45pm
- A traditional, sung midnight Mass. 25 Dec, 9.00am - A simple said
Mass. 25 Dec, 11.00am - A traditional, sung Mass.
St Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral, 1 High Street: 12 Dec, 5.00pm
- Dundee University Choir’s Carol Service, followed by mulled wine and
mince pies. 19 Dec, 5.00pm - The Cathedral Carol Service followed by
mulled wine and mince pies. 24 Dec, 11.15pm - Midnight Mass. Carols,
candlelight and communion. 25 Dec, 10.30am - Christmas Day Eucharist.
A reflective service of celebration and a glass of bubbly afterwards!
The Steeple Church, Nethergate: 19 Dec, 10.30am - A Christmas
Family Service for all ages. 21 Dec, 12.30pm - Lunchtime Carol Service.
Church open from 12noon for tea/coffee/mince pies. 25 Dec, 10.30am
- Christmas Day Family Service
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Join Tread the Boards Youth
Music Theatre featuring some of
the finest young singing talent in
Dundee and the surrounding areas
for a magical evening of Broadway
Magic and Christmas Classics.
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Fun sessions at The McManus
Art Cart
Sats 6, 13, 20, 27 Nov and 4, 11 Dec
Suns 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov and 5, 12 Dec
Look out for the Creative Learning Team and their mobile ‘Art Cart’, for fun
gallery activities. There are lots of great things for children and families to do
and make. No need to book, just drop in between 2.30pm and 4.00pm. FREE
Lantern-making Workshop
Thur 11 & Fri 12 Nov
10.30am - 12noon & 2.30pm - 4.00pm
These workshops are for families who would like to take part in
the Christmas Light Night event’s Torchlight Procession on 19
November. Make your own handcrafted lantern so that you
can ‘shine’ on the night! Under 8s must be accompanied by an
adult. Places limited, booking essential. FREE
Fantastic Fossils
Sat 13 Nov
10.30am - 12.30pm
Fun, informative and messy workshop for children aged
5 years and over. Find out about the museum’s collection
of fossils, and then try making your own fantastic fossil from
plaster. Places limited, booking essential. FREE
Festive Fun Day
Sat 18 Dec
10.30am - 4.00pm
Family-friendly activities,
including Christmas craft making,
storytelling and even some carol
singing to fill you with festive
cheer! No need to book, just
drop in. FREE
Tel: 01382 307200 www.themcmanus-dundee.gov.uk
Dundee Science
Festival
Don’t miss the many events
taking place throughout the
city until November 14.
Many are FREE.
For a full programme visit www.dundeesciencefestival.org
open for business
Sleeping
Beauty
With a large influx of shoppers expected into the city
over the festive period, contractors and roads engineers
involved in the multi-million pound transformation of
Dundee waterfront have made plans to ensure the
minimum amount of disruption.
Mon 29 Nov – Sat 8 Jan
Various performance times
Dundee Rep, Tay Square
Be enchanted at Dundee Rep’s
charming Christmas Show. Set
amongst the magical forest
with its strange sounds, curious
characters and odd-looking
creatures, Sleeping Beauty tells
the tale of a King and Queen
blessed with a beautiful daughter.
However, they cannot keep
away the jealous witch and she
soon finds a way to curse the
young princess with a sleepy fate.
Cinderella
Dundee Rep’s award-winning
Christmas productions are
renowned for their captivating
stories, festive sparkle, laughter
and fun.
Whitehall Theatre
Various prices depending on
performance
Tel: 01382 223530
www.dundeereptheatre.co.uk
Tues 14 – Thur 23 Dec
Whitehall Theatre
Downfield Music Society
performs another seasonal
favourite which is sure to be a
magical evening.
www.whitehalldundee.co.uk
The Singing Kettle
Thur 18 – Sun 21 Nov
Cilla, Artie, Gary
and Kevin join Santa
at his Fun Factory
to prepare for his
deliveries
on Christmas Eve.
Various times and prices
www.whitehalldundee.co.uk
Camperdown Wildlife Centre
Throughout the whole contract one of the key drivers behind
the work has always been to make sure that the city is open for
business as usual, particularly at peak shopping times, and to try
to get that message out as widely as possible. Every consideration
has been given to drivers and visitors to the city in the planning
and phasing of works, and while activity will still be going on at
the latest stage of works to remove and realign the ramps on the
Tay Road Bridge and on associated services, disruption will be
kept to an absolute minimum.
For now and for the future Dundee is
a city that is open for business and
provides a safe, relaxed and engaging
festive experience. www.dundeewaterfront.com
Dundee Liftshare
Car sharing could help you half your fuel bills, either by using your car
on alternate journeys or arranging to pay a ‘fare’ to the driver based
on the miles travelled. Dundee Liftshare, set up by Dundee City
Council and Tactran, is a car sharing scheme for everyone who works
and lives in the area. Just visit www.dundeeliftshare.com and
register your journey. The Liftshare database will try to find a match
from other registered users and let you get in touch with them.
Dundee Travel Information
Buses run regularly throughout the city and to neighbouring
towns and villages. In Dundee you will find modern fleets with
cctv and low floor entry. Real-time information at city centre
bus stops makes it easy to know when to catch your bus home.
Dundee railway station is just five minutes’ walk from the city
centre. It is always staffed and has a café, pub, a newsagent and
cycle racks.
There is ample parking in Dundee with more than 5,000 parking
spaces within easy walking distance of the city centre and over 530
on-street spaces. Both Overgate and Wellgate are well catered for
with on-site parking and there are ten Park Mark® secure car parks
throughout the city centre. Disabled person badge holders may park
free of charge and without time limit in any council car park or onstreet parking bay. See page 4 for Shopmobility information.
Cycling and walking around the city centre has never been easier
with new cycle routes and footpaths signposted to major locations.
Visit the new look website www.dundeetravelinfo.com for all
the travel information you need. Get real time bus information on
your desk top; let the Walk Route Planner work out your best route;
download a cycle map; view the Dundee Railway Station Departures
and Arrival Board; view up-to-date timetables for bus services passing
through Dundee and much more besides.
December weekends - 4 & 5, 11 & 12 and 18 & 19
12 noon - 4.30pm Camperdown Park, Coupar
Angus Road, Dundee
Visit Santa and his elf in his colourful grotto. You can
chat to him, give him your Christmas present wish list and receive
a gift. Then go to Mrs Claus’ Cafe, for a hot drink and mince
pie. While you’re there, have your face painted or join in the fun
activities. Make sure to visit the amazing variety of animals who
are getting ready for Christmas too! No pre-booking for the event
is necessary, just go along! Admission to the event is included in the normal entrance fee £3.50 Adult, £2.80 Concessions/Children (3-17 years), £1 Children
under 3 years, £10 Family (2 adults+ 2 children). A charge is
payable for refreshments in the café.
www.dundeecity.gov.uk/camperdown Tel: 01382 431811
Broughty Castle Museum
Open all year. Opening times for October to March - Tue to Sat
10.00am - 4.00pm, Sun 12.30pm - 4.00pm, Closed Mon. Closed 24, 25, 26 & 27 Dec and 1, 2 & 3 Jan
Castle Approach, Broughty Ferry, Dundee
This fabulous 15th century fort, houses a fascinating museum
featuring displays on the history of Broughty Ferry, its people and
the surrounding area. Follow the story of the ‘Brochtie’ family
through the ages and explore the geology and natural history
of the area. If you climb all the way to the top of the Castle, be
sure to pop into the Observation Room and take in the stunning
views of the Tay estuary. FREE www.dundeecity.gov.uk/broughtycastle
Tel: 01382 436916
See Santa at the Overgate and Wellgate centres in the run up to Christmas.
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