Arbroath Signal Tower Museum

Signal Tower Museum is located near Arbroath’s picturesque and busy harbour, in a complex of buildings which were originally used as the shore station and accommodation for the Bell Rock Lighthouse. Built in 1813, Signal Tower served the lighthouse until it was decommissioned in 1955 and became a museum in 1974. Hear about the story of the magnificent Bell Rock Lighthouse and how the coastal town’s connection with the sea has influenced Arbroath’s social, industrial and ecclesiastical history. Using multi-media displays and historic objects, the museum tells the story of Arbroath’s fishing and maritime industries. Visitors can climb the dramatic spiral staircase and visit the tower room by booking one of our enlightening tower tours or those who are unable to climb the 70 steps and ladder into the room there is an opportunity for a virtual visit, which is also available in Gaelic, Polish and Romanian. We have museums in Arbroath, Forfar and Montrose, plus galleries in Arbroath and Carnoustie Libraries which have fascinating displays of objects and photographs relating to the life and work in Angus. Behind the scenes there is a wealth of local history, archaeology, natural history and geology. Our Collections can be searched online at https://angusalive.adlibhosting.com/home

The museums and galleries all all free to enter and have busy diaries of events, temporary exhibitions and family activities. Opening Hours:

1 April - 31 October we are open everyday except Tuesday 10.30am - 4pm.

1 November 2025 - 31 March we are open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 10.30am - 4pm

Signal Tower Museum Arbroath
Ladyloan, Arbroath. Tel. 01241 464554
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Meffan Museum & Art Gallery Forfar
20 West High Street, Forfar. Tel. 01307 491771
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Montrose Museum & Art Gallery
Panmure Place, Montrose. Tel. 01674 907447
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PLEASE NOTE LAST ADMISSION IS 3.30pm for all venues.