A planning application has been submitted to Angus Council for Brae of Angus, a proposed hotel, golf, leisure and residential destination near Wellbank.
Angus Land Company Ltd is seeking planning permission in principle for the development of approximately 310 acres at Shank of Omachie, to the north and east of Wellbank.
The proposals include a five-star luxury hotel, an 18-hole championship golf course, extensive leisure and wellness facilities, visitor accommodation and residential development.
First unveiled in April, Brae of Angus aims to create an internationally recognised destination that attracts visitors to the region and supports employment, local businesses and Scotland’s tourism industry.
The application follows a pre-application consultation programme, including two public events at Wellbank Village Hall.
The proposed development comprises:
- A 150-bedroom five-star luxury hotel with spa.
- Visitor accommodation includes golf lodges, townhouses and corporate fractional ownership.
- An 18-hole championship golf course, golf academy, driving range and golf performance centre.
- A golf clubhouse with pro-shop amenities.
- Conference and events dedicated spaces.
- A country club, providing recreation and leisure facilities.
- A staff training centre and staff accommodation.
- Residential development.
- Car and coach parking, new accesses, road improvements and bus stops.
- Landscaping, drainage and associated infrastructure.
Angus Land Company is owned by private investment company Mocca Capital and is supported by an experienced team of development and specialist advisers.
The scheme has support from Hyatt for the proposed hotel and visitor accommodation, and IMG for the golf offering and associated golf events, subject to planning consent and contract.
The development would have a phased delivery, with the golf course established early to allow the landscape to mature ahead of the opening of the hotel. Housing would align with this programme as approved by Angus Council, with proceeds from residential development contributing towards delivery of the hotel, golf and wider facilities.
The proposals also include substantial landscaping and tree planting, walking and cycling routes, with the development intended to support sustainability and biodiversity across the site.
This proposal would provide local training, skills development and employment opportunities in hospitality, leisure and tourism. There is on-site provision for staff training and accommodation. Local suppliers and service providers would also play an important role in the construction phase and ongoing operation of the Brae of Angus.
Natalie Calderbank, Director of Angus Land Company, said:
“We are delighted to be submitting our proposals for the Brae of Angus in this Planning Permission in Principle (PPiP) submission. The scheme represents a new and exciting vision for the area and its community, with a well-thought-out and sustainably constructed blend of amenities that support the broader initiatives of the region.
“Brae of Angus is a truly multi-faceted scheme that delivers for the growing demand across Scotland for high-quality hospitality, golf and leisure experiences whilst promoting the best of the region’s heritage, provenance and produce. With multi-generation accommodation, all-season golf provision, and best-in-class leisure and wellness facilities, the proposed development strengthens the region’s tourism offer and complements its established reputation as a leading golf destination.
“We believe Brae of Angus is a unique opportunity to create a destination within Angus, knitting this community into the East Coast golf belt of Scotland and creating a place to live, play and stay. Our commitment to sustainability has informed our design principles beyond buildings and landscape and into the communities here, past and present, remembering the history of this land and providing modern, exciting educational development initiatives for all ages, as well as commercial integration for local businesses.
“The residential element is designed to meet local housing demand with a range of offerings from two-bedroom cottages to large family homes – all playing an important role in supporting delivery of the wider destination, with proceeds reinvested to help deliver the hotel, golf and broader facilities.
“We would like to thank everyone who took the time to engage with the proposals during the consultation process; your feedback has been warmly welcomed, and we look forward to continuing that dialogue as Angus Council considers the application.”