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Four
miles to the east of Dundee city centre
lies the seaside suburb of Broughty Ferry.
Known as "the jewel in Dundee's crown",
its fine seafront esplanade and sweeping
sands provide the perfect place for a
relaxing stroll or a quiet picnic.
Once regarded as the "richest square
mile in Europe" because it was home
to the wealthy jute barons who built Dundee's
textile fortunes- it can trace its origins
back to the 15th century fisher folk who
built their homes around the harbour close
to Broughty Ferry Castle.
Although the industries with which Broughty
Ferry was once associated are now gone,
the town remains a lovely holiday destination
and a pleasant waterfront of Dundee. Broughty
Ferry was once known as "the Brighton
of Scotland", with trains dispensing
visitors throughout the summer and a line
of bathing boxes along the sands revealing
bathing belles in knee-length costumes.
These days are remembered every July when
the Broughty Ferry Gala Week is held to
celebrate the start of the holiday season
and take advantage of the town's salubrious
setting
In the spacious streets set out in a grid
fashion, the discerning shopper will find
individual boutiques and art galleries,
fine eateries, pavement cafés,
stylish bars, coffee shops and all the
essential stores and services you could
wish for.
Additionally with an ideal central location,
Broughty Ferry also offers visitors the
perfect base from which to enjoy some
of the finest golf courses, fishing or
sightseeing to be found anywhere in Scotland.
Using this site is a quick and easy way
to find an excellent choice of family
friendly hotels and B&B's, or to explore
the wide ranging delights offered by one
of Scotland's most rewarding traditional
waterfront towns.
For further information please contact
the individual businesses listed, or contact
us by email.
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