Chickens

You're not going to find this on many tourist maps, and that's rather the point. Chickens as a landmark in Aberdeenshire speaks to something peculiar about the Scottish countryside - a sort of tongue-in-cheek humour mixed with genuine agricultural heritage. The spot sits within easy reach of Forfar, making it an odd diversion if you're passing through the area, though admittedly it's more of a talking point than a destination in itself.

What you're actually looking at depends on context, but this appears to be a working or historical chicken-keeping site that's acquired landmark status locally. It's the kind of place that appeals to folk with a wry sense of humour about rural Scotland, or those documenting the quirky corners of Aberdeenshire. Children might get a kick out of it if they're chicken enthusiasts, though it's hardly a full afternoon's activity.

If you're staying at Greenhillock Glamping - a solid five-star option just four miles away - it could work as a quick morning jaunt before heading out to proper walks in the Highlands proper. The area around Forfar has genuinely good walking country, so don't plan your day around the chickens. Pop in if you're curious about local oddities, take a photo if it amuses you, then move on. It's free and requires no real time commitment, which is exactly what makes it worth a fifteen-minute detour.