Autumn Arrives

In the Angus Glens

Autumn is the season of change, and September certainly changes the landscape of Forter Castle. The bracken turns copper as the light fades to amber by the afternoon. This time is quieter than summer, but sharper in colour and arrives with a rolling rhythm of its own. Book your stay at our beautiful home and find out how you could spend your days in the Highlands. 

Appreciate Local Produce

Rich harvest flavours and comforting dishes like hearty stews and warming soups arrive in Scotland as the temperature starts to cool. Orchards and hedgerows yield sweet fruits, while pumpkins, parsnips and other root vegetables enrich dishes. It’s a wonderful time to sample fresh produce at farm shops or visit a working farm during this wonderful time of the year. Enquire with us about booking a local, private chef at the Castle.

Witness the 'Red Deer Rut'

Mid-September marks the start of one of Scotland's great wildlife spectacles: the red deer rut. Across Highland Perthshire and the Angus glens, stags roar and clash antlers to defend their hinds. This sound has been described as 'unforgettable,' and once you have heard the echoing off the hills at dawn, we tend to agree. The rut typically runs into late October, so a September stay will put you right at the opening act. This is something that is best witnessed quietly from a distance, at first or last light.

As Autumn settles over Glen Isla, the bracken turns copper, red deer call across the hills and the castle fires are lit for the evening. Sleeping up to twelve guests across seven bedrooms, Forter Castle offers something increasingly rare: an entire Scottish castle in which family and friends can gather completely privately. Explore our remaining autumn dates and begin planning your stay.