Sunnyside Hospital War Memorial

You'll find this memorial tucked away on the grounds of what was once Sunnyside Hospital, just outside Montrose. It's a sobering reminder of the local men who gave their lives during the world wars - the kind of place that makes you pause and actually read the names rather than just walk past.

The memorial itself is straightforward, dignified even. There's no fuss about it, which feels right somehow. If you're interested in local history or have family connections to the area, it's worth tracking down. Walkers exploring the Montrose area will find it a meaningful stop rather than a major attraction - allow twenty minutes or so, mostly to properly take it in.

Access and opening details aren't well publicised, so it's worth ringing ahead or checking locally when you arrive. The hospital grounds themselves may not be fully open to the public, so this isn't a sprawling visit.

If you're staying at St Cyrus Holiday Park or Royal Arch Riverside Park, both within five miles, Montrose itself has enough going on to make a half-day worthwhile - the town centre has decent cafes and the coastal walks are proper lovely. The memorial fits nicely into a broader exploration of the area rather than being a destination in itself. Go if local history matters to you; skip it if you're purely after outdoor activities.