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Kayaking


Sea Kayaking on the west coast credit Doug Cooper www.glenmorelodge.org.uk

Monikie Country Park


Contact details:

Monikie, Angus, DD5 3QN

Tel: 01382 370202

Email: Monikie Country Park

Web: Monikie Country Park


The Park is open all year. With 3 reservoirs, woodland, parkland and trails, it is ideal for a relaxing visit to the countryside. There is ample parking (£2.00 from Easter to Sept 30th), Picnic Areas, Adventure Playground, Trout Fishing and refreshments from the Byzantium Cafe Restaurant. Watersports are available from May to September.

The facility is independently inspected by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and by the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA). North Reservoir, the main sailing area is 300 metres from the visitor centre and changing rooms. Its placid waters, sandy beach, jetties, and slipway are ideal for many types of watersport activities.

What we do best:

Tasters (instruction sessions) are generally aimed at beginners although other packages are available on request. The sessions usually start at 6pm learning basic skills on land, quickly progressing on to the water with the instructor, with the kayaking finishing at 7.30pm and priced at £15.00. Concessionary rate available for under 18's, students, OAPs, people with disabilities and unemployed. Hire is also available daily priced at £8.00 per hour, which includes a wetsuit, buoyancy aid, cagoule and use of showers and lockers. Hire starts on the hour and participant should allow ½ hour to book in and get changed.

Location Map


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Available packages


Please contact directly for further information on kayaking.

Other activities available


Aerial Assault Course  Whitewater Rafting  Windsurfing 

Useful info


Equipment provided?

Wet suit, buoyancy aid, and cagoule.

What do I need to wear?

Swimwear, old shoes or trainers, tee shirt.

What do I need to bring?

Towel, and toiletries if desired.

When can I do it?

May to September.

Is there a pub nearby?

Crawling distance.


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