Pheasants

The low ground shoot at Airlie provides some superb sport and usually consists of pheasant, duck and partridge. Carried out around the grounds of Cortachy Castle it benefits from steep sided valleys in an idyllic setting along the banks of the River South Esk. Bags of 200 ­ 250 per day are available and early days of predominantly partridge in October and early November can be arranged.

The backdrop of the Castle provides a magnificent setting for the gathering of the guns in the morning and lunch is available in the beautifully appointed Castle dining room (see picture opposite). Our head keeper Mike Nisbet has been with the estate for some 20 years and will ensure the smooth running of the day.

The Pheasant season runs from 1st October ­ 1st February.

For availability and rates please contact the Airlie Estates Office by completing our contact form or telephoning 01575 570108 during office hours.

Rough Shooting

Rough shooting can be offered either on the low ground or on the hill beats of Glen Clova or Glen Moy with driven hare and walked up rabbit shooting on offer as well.

For availability and rates please contact the Airlie Estates Office by completing our contact form or telephoning 01575 570108 during office hours. 

River South Esk

The River South Esk runs through the heart of the Airlie Estates and to read the latest newsletter and progress of The River South Esk Catchment Partnership a copy is available on their website at http://theriversouthesk.org/