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Boddin Point Lime Kilns

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Cliffs

Walking, Photography

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Adrian Diack via Geograph.org.uk

The lime kilns at Boddin Point are a great fort-like block of stone standing at the tip of a rocky headland on the Angus coast, south of Montrose. Built in the eighteenth century, they are among the largest old limeworks in Scotland, a mass of rubble walls with arched openings and deep funnel-shaped...

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Boddin Point Lime Kilns?
Angus welcomes you to this coastal promontory jutting out into the North Sea. Hikers usually reach the area by walking across open fields near the shoreline.

What type of place is Boddin Point Lime Kilns?
Boddin Point Lime Kilns is a historic industrial ruin on a headland in Scotland.

When is the best time to visit Boddin Point Lime Kilns?
Spring through to autumn brings the finest weather for negotiating the coastal paths safely. Clear afternoon light during these months provides brilliant views across the water.

What can you do at Boddin Point Lime Kilns?
Walking along the exposed headland gives you a fantastic chance to explore the old masonry structures and cavernous firing chambers. Photography enthusiasts regularly capture the red volcanic rock meeting the waves.

How long should I spend at Boddin Point Lime Kilns?
Allocating roughly an hour provides ample time to view the hollow shafts and listen to the nesting seabirds. A longer stay allows keen walkers to complete a full circular walk around the wider point.

Where do I park at Boddin Point Lime Kilns?
Spaces for four vehicles exist nearby, providing two day and two overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Boddin Point Lime Kilns?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Boddin Point Lime Kilns, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Boddin Point Lime Kilns?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Boddin Point Lime Kilns, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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