Kirriemuir Camera Obscura & Cafe Obscura
Kirriemuir Camera Obscura & Cafe Obscura
Kirriemuir Camera Obscura & Cafe Obscura
4.5
11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday
11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
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KIRRIEMUIR CAMERA OBSCURA & CAFE OBSCURA OPEN from 30th March until 20th October 2024 We look forward to welcoming visitors old and new
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Aug 2022
What a great find is this Cricket Pavilion with the Camera Obscura which was gifted to the town by one of its sons, JM Barrie so that we could all share in its magic. It doesn’t disappoint. The Camera Obscura mechanism keeps you riveted and brings back the wonder of childhood at any age. This is further enhanced by the friendly and knowledgeable volunteers that show you round and answer your questions. There is also room for a small café with great baking and fresh coffee and tea. Outside the building the magic continues the stunning views and a play park based on the Peter Pan story. This August there is also some flower art on the grass. All in all, a wonderful day out. Thanks, in particular to Irena for her infectious enthusiasm and support of the local community. We will be back.
Written 14 August 2022
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Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit and look forward to welcoming you when you next visit Kirriemuir.
Written 16 August 2022
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BossyLittleFlower16
Scotland, UK
Sept 2022 • Friends
Had a lovely picnic in the well kept park area & then visited the camera obscura. It was really fascinating & the guide was very welcoming & knowledgeable. Even on a cloudy day we saw great views. It is staffed by volunteers & you make a donation for your visit. The tearoom looked cozy & inviting (they allow dogs; but they’re not allowed in the camera room). It is a wee gem.
We then visited JM Barrie’s grave in the adjacent cemetery. Kirriemuir is a pleasant place to visit.
We then visited JM Barrie’s grave in the adjacent cemetery. Kirriemuir is a pleasant place to visit.
Written 18 September 2022
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Thank you for your kind review. We are glad you enjoyed your visit despite the cloudy day. Sadly we have no control over the weather.
Please come back and see us, hopefully on a clearer day, so you can enjoy better views.
Written 21 September 2022
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Jul 2022 • Couples
Warmly welcomed by friendly local volunteers whose infectious enthusiasm made it a very special experience. The Cameta Obscura itself is unexpectedly magical.
Great coffee and delicious homemade cake.
Go here to experience some of the real Scotland.
Great coffee and delicious homemade cake.
Go here to experience some of the real Scotland.
Written 24 July 2022
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Thank you for your great review. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit.
Our volunteers are very happy that we are able to show this unique place to visitors.
We hope you will visit us again soon.
Written 26 July 2022
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Aug 2024 • Family
Can't believe I have lived in the area for many years and never been to this amazing pavilion to see the camera obscura ! But yesterday changed all that when family members invited me to go with them
I was a bit concerned about access due to my mobility issues...
However, I managed the stairs which are on 3 levels..hand rails at each side, otherwise I wouldn't have managed without !
Once up in the camera room, we were given a short talk on KM Barrie, pavilion and the camera ..all very impressive ...was sunshine initially which made the pictures brilliant, then it rained which dulled the images
Great scenic views of the surrounding countryside and of parts of the town..
Glad I made the effort to go visit it !
So if you have a mobility issue ...go now whilst you are able for the stairs!
A friendly welcome awaits at the cafe which is run by volunteers ....tea, coffee etc if you want to spend longer there ..Beautiful view from the pavilion.
Parking no issues, Disabled at the entrance to the pavilion, and plenty other parking out with....
Glad I went having lived in the area for many years !
Well worth the visit, so don't put it off too long whilst you are able! .
I was a bit concerned about access due to my mobility issues...
However, I managed the stairs which are on 3 levels..hand rails at each side, otherwise I wouldn't have managed without !
Once up in the camera room, we were given a short talk on KM Barrie, pavilion and the camera ..all very impressive ...was sunshine initially which made the pictures brilliant, then it rained which dulled the images
Great scenic views of the surrounding countryside and of parts of the town..
Glad I made the effort to go visit it !
So if you have a mobility issue ...go now whilst you are able for the stairs!
A friendly welcome awaits at the cafe which is run by volunteers ....tea, coffee etc if you want to spend longer there ..Beautiful view from the pavilion.
Parking no issues, Disabled at the entrance to the pavilion, and plenty other parking out with....
Glad I went having lived in the area for many years !
Well worth the visit, so don't put it off too long whilst you are able! .
Written 11 August 2024
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Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your visit. Sorry we are unable to do anything about access. We hope you will call again, even to visit our cafe.
Written 8 September 2024
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LittleMeg16
South Shields, UK
May 2022
Spent a lovely hour or so visiting the Camera Obscura. We had a fabulous 360 degee view despite the clouds. Ron is a mine of information and he shared his knowledge of the area and it's history. He also shared interesting facts regarding Kirriemuir's famous sons, Sir J M Barrie (Peter Pan), and Bon Scott (AC/DC). All followed with a nice cuppa in the cafe.
Many thanks to Ron and the lovely lady in the cafe.
Meg and Alan (The Geordies)
Many thanks to Ron and the lovely lady in the cafe.
Meg and Alan (The Geordies)
Written 22 May 2022
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Thank you for your great review. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit.
All our volunteers are enthusiastic about the Pavilion and sharing their knowledge.
Ron and Lorraine thank you for your kind remarks.
We hope you'll visit us again if you are in the area.
Written 11 June 2022
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Sarah
Glasgow
Jul 2022
Short and sweet visit to the Camera Obscura. It was great and Ron took the time to explain it all to us alongside some good wee facts about JM Barrie and the cricket! We were only in there around 30 minutes but it was great and really fab to see the views on such a clear day. Run by volunteers with a quaint well-priced cafe inside. Contributions are voluntary but it all goes back into the local community so worth giving generously. Thanks to Ron and all the volunteers for keeping this wonder going!
Written 16 July 2022
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Thank you taking the time to give us a great review. We are glad you enjoyed your visit to the Camera and Cafe, our volunteers are very enthusiastic about what we do.
You certainly had a beautiful day for your visit.
We hope you will come and visit us again.
Written 22 July 2022
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Apr 2022 • Couples
Well worth a visit! Irena was really knowledgeable and it was great to stand in the midst of J M Barrie history. Had a lovely cuppy and cake while we were waiting. Planning a return trip during better weather though this didn't detract from our visit
Written 12 April 2022
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Thank you for your great review. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit and look forward to welcoming you again. We'll try to arrange better weather.
Written 13 April 2022
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Aug 2023 • Solo
Impressive, volunteer run, attraction. The lovely male volunteer who demonstrated the camera obscura was so friendly and knowledgeable. I then enjoyed a cuppa and scone in the fantastic value café - I'm coeliac, which they catered for impressively well with 3 cake options ❤️. An all-round 5🌟 experience
Written 25 August 2023
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Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit and your scone & cuppa.
We hope to be able to welcome you again.
Written 11 September 2023
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Peter B
north wales
Apr 2022
We were on our way back from playing golf and saw the sign for this gem. Dedicated and very knowledgeable volunteers run the attraction. Very well worth visiting as you can see over 70 miles on a clear day. If you are in the are don't miss this or JMBarries grave nearby.
Written 2 May 2022
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Thank you for your kind review. We are so glad you took time to visit us.
We look forward to welcoming you again when you are in the area.
Written 7 May 2022
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Angela P
Llandudno, UK
May 2022 • Friends
Despite a rather dull day we were still able to enjoy the 360 degree view and the informative commentary by the guardian of this special feature tucked away in Kirriemuir, Scotland.
We were made very welcome and enjoyed our
visit. A must-see if you are lucky enough to be in the area.
We were made very welcome and enjoyed our
visit. A must-see if you are lucky enough to be in the area.
Written 2 May 2022
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Thank you for your kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit.
Ron was your Camera guide that day and thanks you for your appreciation.
Please come and see us again.
Written 7 May 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
What are the opening hours?
Written 10 August 2016
It is being looked after by volunteers who do not post opening hours, I'm afraid... but I have been in and shown around most courteously by a young couple during a nice non-rainy day. THERE IS NO CHARGE... but they do have a donations box. Try it out on a summer sunny day... the equip entry is at its best on such a moment. Hope this helps you.
Written 11 August 2016
Dear national trust - please remove this listing to allow the new management team to relist this attraction. thank you.
Written 5 May 2015
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