The Pictish Room

The Pictish Room in Aberlemno Village Hall is home to a collection of Pictish replica stones, carvings and interpretation boards that celebrate our diverse Pictish heritage.  It is located in the Village Hall, adjacent to the celebrated Aberlemno Sculptured Stones and a short walk from the famous Cross Slab which is in the Aberlemno Churchyard. 

In September Norman Atkinson OBE, well known locally for his knowledge, particularly but not restricted to the Picts, led a walk around the Aberlemno Carved Stones and John Borland gave a talk on images of Warriors and War on Pictish Stones. John’s background is as a survey manager and illustrator with RCAHMS (now HES) and he is Chairman of the Pictish Arts Society.  Wodenstone Handmade Jewellery again supported this event.

A great time was had by all at the last Pictish Room open day which was supported by Shiltron of Fortriu and Wodenstone Handmade Jewellery.  A few photos of the day are shown below courtesy of Mark Hooghiemstra.

The Angus Doors Open Days programme is online both at www.visitangus.com/doorsopen and on the national website at www.doorsopendays.org.uk.

The Pictish Room is run by local volunteers and is open one day a month from April-October and by arrangement.  The 2020 dates will be published in due course.

Please note that while a wheelchair accessible toilet is available at this facility, the Pictish Room itself is not wheelchair accessible.

Please do feel free to contact us to arrange for private access to view the exhibits on alternative dates.