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J M Barrie's Birthplace

9 Brechin Road

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About J M Barrie's Birthplace

Step into the childhood home of Peter Pan's creator at this charming Victorian terrace house, where the famous author was born in 1860 and first sparked his magical imagination.

What's nearby

  • Kirriemuir Town Hall next door
  • The Thrums next door
  • Wilkie Offshore 150m away
  • Co-op Food - Kirriemuir - The Roods 200m away
  • Peter Pan Statue 200m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

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Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday
10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

What visitors say

susan entwistle

Brilliant place to see JM Barrie Birthplace. The writer of Peter pan and some of his memorabilia.

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Neill Crowther

Lovely little museum in J M Barrie's family home (and nextdoor in his grandparents). We were the only visitors at the time. The staff member on duty was extremely helpful and also recommended a lovely little café (88°) nearby.

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Berglas71

Great unique museum celebrating the life of Peter Pan writer J.M. Barrie. The museum, entrance around the rear is 2 houses joined together, one being the original house of Barrie. There are lots of items to view from the era when Barrie lived and of course from Peter Pan. If you are tall remember and duck as the ceilings are a bit low. Entry into the house is £8.50 ( correct as of 23/09/2023) for an adult but free if you are a National Trust member. The washout and garden outside are free to all. The garden has a fantastic crocodile sculpture which, when close up you can here a clock ticking. The curator of the museum was polite and well presented.

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Moya Scott

I was very disappointed and didn't think it was worth the money. My 87 year mom paid and never got to see the whole house due to the stairs. There was not much to see. His life history was very interesting however the house had very little in it. The kitchen was furnished up to a point, but it stated that this was what it might have looked liked.

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At a glance

Address
13 Brechin Road, Kirriemuir, DD8 4BX Get directions
Category
Sightseeing & Attractions
Guest rating
4.4 / 5 (141 reviews)
Suitable for
Ages 4+
Setting
Indoor & outdoor
Good for children
Yes
Toilets on site
No
Destination
Kirriemuir