Clova Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The South Esk amongst moraine The flat bottom of the U-shaped valley of Glen Clova is at several point almost choked by moraine. At this point the river winds its way amongst large moraine composed of deposits of sand and boulders. This area probably marks one of the most recent areas of glacial activity during the Lochlomond stadial period.
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The South Esk amongst moraine The flat bottom of the U-shaped valley of Glen Clova is at several point almost choked by moraine. At this point the river winds its way amongst large moraine composed of deposits of sand and boulders. This area probably marks one of the most recent areas of glacial activity during the Lochlomond stadial period.
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River South Esk. A peaceful reach of the South Esk in late winter
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View northwards in Glen Clova, showing Caddam Farm and Clova Hotel More beautiful than the photograph depicts.
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Glen Clova In the foreground is the River South Eask, still frozen over upstream of the bridge. In the background is Ben Reid (796 metres) in NO3175. With the eye of faith, you might just be able to spot a fragment of masonry, all that remains of Clova Castle, to the left of the white house at the left-hand end of the sparse line of trees in the middle distance.
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Glen Clova Hotel and Lodges

Glen Clova Hotel and Lodges

5 out of 5
Glenclova Kirriemuir Scotland
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kirriemuir. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
Beautiful location. Nice hotel. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025

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Glen Clova Hotel and Lodges
Balmoral Arms

Balmoral Arms

4 out of 5
13-15 Victoria Road Ballater Scotland
The price is AU$190 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$190
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ballater. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (330 reviews)
Very nice and welcoming

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Balmoral Arms
Dalmunzie Castle Hotel

Dalmunzie Castle Hotel

3 out of 5
Old Military Road Blairgowrie Scotland
The price is AU$203 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$203
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Blairgowrie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attraction ...
9/10 Wonderful! (290 reviews)
The room was nice, view's are spectacular. However the hotel itself is tired needs updating even just a lick of pain, new flooring etc would work. Beautiful walks and grounds. Staff were lovely and friendly. Food was ok nothing special but not expensive. The pictures in the website wasn't a true ...

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Dalmunzie Castle Hotel
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Dalnoid Cottages & Treehouses

Dalnoid Cottages & Treehouses

3.5 out of 5
Glenshee Blairgowrie Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Blairgowrie. Enjoy private hot tubs, a garden and a gift shop. Popular attraction Auchintaple Loch is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Hot tub great everything great

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

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Braemar Lodge Cabins

Braemar Lodge Cabins

2.5 out of 5
6 Glenshee Road Ballater Scotland
Stay at this cabin in Ballater. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Braemar Golf Club and Braemar Highland ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Great cabin!

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

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Magical Woodland Cottage

Magical Woodland Cottage

Ballater
Stay at this holiday home in Ballater. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Ballater Golf Club and Knock Castle are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Just wow! Secluded location within 3 mins drive of the centre of Ballater. One, if not the best place we have stayed at. The Host was really helpful and was able to accommodate an additional night when we were snowed in. The house was floor heated down stairs with an open fireplace in the seperate ...

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

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Popular places to visit

Glen Doll Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Glen Doll Forest, a lovely green space in Kirriemuir. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Glen Doll Forest

Bon Scott Statue

You can learn about the history of Kirriemuir with a stop at Bon Scott Statue. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Bon Scott Statue

J.M. Barrie's Birthplace

You can find out about the history of Kirriemuir with a visit to J.M. Barrie's Birthplace. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the cafes and bars.

J.M. Barrie's Birthplace

Loch of Lintrathen

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch of Lintrathen during your travels in Bridgend of Lintrathen. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Loch of Lintrathen

Loch of Kinnordy Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Loch of Kinnordy Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Kirriemuir. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Loch of Kinnordy Nature Reserve

Gateway to the Glens Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Gateway to the Glens Museum during your travels in Kirriemuir. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the cafes and bars.

Gateway to the Glens Museum

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