Arbroath: St Vigeans and Waulkmills Railway Trail to Letham Grange

Start at the public St Vigeans car park just east of the Brothock Water. Cross the village road carefully and use the tarmac bridge into the village. Follow Kirkstyle around the church hill, then take the signed Waulkmills Nature Trail north over its narrow footbridge.

The route follows the former railway through the wooded Brothock valley, passing Waulkmills and continuing beside fields towards Letham Grange. Keep to the old railway path at the side links. The turning point is its northern end at the minor road near Letham Grange. Turn back before entering the road and retrace the trail and village bridge to the car park.

Allow about two and a half hours for this roughly 7.4 km return walk. Most of the route is fairly level, with firm paths, gravel and unsurfaced sections that can become muddy after rain. The village approach is shared with vehicles and the narrow bridge needs care when meeting other path users. Wear footwear with grip and keep dogs under close control.

Parking is in the council car park, listed with 15 spaces. Council off-street parking is free, but follow the signs and marked bays. The church and nearby Pictish stones museum add interest to the start; museum admission is separate and it is closed from October to March, so do not rely on its toilets during winter.

This walk uses the inland railway trail, not the Tarry Mill path, which Angus Council currently lists as closed. Check the council path-closure information before setting out and obey any local notices. Route and access information: Angus Council Arbroath Path Network and Core Paths maps 14 and 14a; museum information: Historic Environment Scotland.