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Known for
The Declaration of Arbroath (1320), the Arbroath smokie (PGI smoked haddock), the Abbey ruins, and an Angus fishing town of real historical weight
A little history
Arbroath Abbey was founded in 1178. The Declaration of Arbroath — asserting Scottish independence — was signed here in 1320. The smokie tradition has made the town internationally famous.
The Arbroath smokie is genuinely world-class — buy directly from the smoke houses on the harbour. The Abbey ruins are extraordinary.
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The harbour smokies are the reason to come. Excellent independent fish restaurants and cafes.
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Frequently asked questions
Arbroath is a place in Angus known for the Declaration of Arbroath (1320), the Arbroath smokie (PGI smoked haddock), the Abbey ruins, and an Angus fishing town of real historical weight. Arbroath Abbey was founded in 1178. The population is around 23,000.
The harbour smokies are the reason to come. Excellent independent fish restaurants and cafes.
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Roam covers Arbroath and the surrounding area in Angus, including Carnoustie, Montrose, Auchmithie, Inverkeilor, St Vigeans, Colliston, Letham and Friockheim.
