Stories of Stone

Stories of Stone is a landscape sculpture trail that winds through Aberdeenshire's countryside, featuring carved stones and installations that tell the region's geological and cultural narrative. You're essentially walking through an open-air art experience - no entrance fees, no timed visits, just you and a series of thoughtfully placed artworks that sit among the natural terrain.

The walk itself takes between one and two hours depending on how much time you spend pondering each piece. The sculptures range from abstract forms to more figurative work, all designed to make you think about the land beneath your feet and the stories it holds. It's proper rewarding if you're into art and landscape together - history buffs will appreciate how the installations reference local heritage, while walkers simply after a nice stretch will find the circuit pleasant enough.

Arbroath, the nearest town, sits about an hour away by car, so this isn't a quick pop-in during a day trip. But if you're basing yourself at The Grange Glamping, just five miles off, it's an excellent morning or afternoon venture. The sculptures work especially well in winter and early spring when the light cuts differently across the landscape - visit when the weather's decent enough to spend time outside without rushing.

It's free and accessible year-round. Not everyone's cup of tea - some might find it a bit conceptual - but for anyone keen on contemporary art with genuine connection to place, it's worth carving time into your itinerary.