Informative, inspirational and fun, describes the range of themed, purpose-built visitor centres in and around Angus and Dundee.

History and heritage themes are explored at Discovery Point, Verdant Works, Pictavia, and Arbroath Abbey visitor centres.

Environmental themes are explored at the country and wildlife centres at Montrose Basin, Brechin Castle Centre, and Dundee University's Botanic garden.

Science themes are explored at Dundee's Sensation science centre with some sixty hands-on exhibits, and a computer games centre and internet café; and the city's Mills Observatory - the only full time public observatory and planetarium in the UK.

All manner of art themes are explored at Dundee Contemporary Arts Centre and the city's McManus Galleries with its range of public workshops and classes.

All are sure to provide a great day out for all the family - whatever the weather.