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EXPLORE 2020-2021
the kingdom
of fife
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2 The Kingdom of Fife
at a glance
4 A perfect playground
6 Great golf
8 Intriguing heritage
10 Outdoor adventures
12 Natural larder
14 Year of Coasts
and Waters 2020
The Kingdom of Fife is a great place to 16 Eventful Fife
visit, enjoy and explore. We’ve got a 18 Travel tips
wonderful coastline with award winning 20 Practical information
beaches, lovely rolling countryside, and 24 Places to visit
pretty villages and bustling towns. You’ll find 41 Leisure activities
plenty of attractions to visit and things to do 45 Shopping
whatever your interests. Explore Fife’s rich 47 Food & drink
past at our historic sites and learn about our
55 Tours
royal connections with the ‘In the Footsteps
of Kings’ app, watch out for wildlife on the
Welcome to… 58 Transport
coast or in the countryside, learn about our the kingdom 59 Events & festivals
heritage at one of the fantastic museums
(we’ve got everything from golf to fishing!),
of fife 59 Family fun
60 Accommodation
bring your golf clubs and play world famous 68 Regional map
You’ll never forget the Kingdom of Fife. Explore this enchanting
courses, discover the vibrant arts and culture region and you’ll take back memories of gorgeous coastal villages,
scene including some amazing artists, ancient castles, a royal palace and historic abbeys, as well as
makers and musicians, visit iconic film and relaxing times enjoying delicious food and drink. Tee off in the
TV locations, or try something different like spiritual home of golf, dig your toes into the sand on
award-winning beaches and soak up historic
swimming with sharks or creating your own
tales. There’s also a great line up of arts, music
gin. There’s a great variety of accommodation and outdoor festivals and events throughout Cover: Dunfermline Abbey
and a delicious selection of food and drink the year to keep you entertained. Above image: Crail
including locally made products too. You’ll find a fascinating range of attractions Credits: © VisitScotland.
and fun outdoor activities in a region that is Kenny Lam, Stuart Brunton,
family-friendly and full of adventure. Damian Shields, Fife Council/
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Levenmouth St Andrews highlights
YO If you’re a golfer you’ll appreciate The town of St Andrews is home to
D the quality of Lundin Links Golf the sport of golf, and to Scotland’s ' Kirkcaldy Galleries – admire
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Culross, Dysart Jack Vettriano, the Scottish
and Aberdour Final Qualifying course.
Tucked away on the outskirts of Colourists and much more.
have all starred See how many species you can town is the beautiful The Galleries will host a
in the TV show spot on the nature trails in Leven at St Andrews Botanic Garden. Don’t major retrospective of
Outlander. Letham Glen and Silverburn Park. forget to explore the nearby castle,
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Window Café, and you can even gem, Craigtoun Country Park. 2020.
stay the night in the park’s newly 2020 will see the reopening of the
' Fife Coastal Path – you’ll
opened campsite. extended Wardlaw Museum at the
never forget walking this 117-
university.
East Neuk mile (188-km) route along
They dot the coast like pearls on a North Fife, Cupar and the glorious beaches and through
chain – the fishing villages of Crail, Howe of Fife charming fishing villages.
Anstruther, Pittenweem, St Monans Wind back the clock in the medieval Anstruther Fish Bar – taste
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and Elie are just a few of the gems burgh of Cupar. This is a town for yourself why this award-
waiting for you to discover them. steeped in history and set amongst winning establishment is
They lie in the famous East Neuk of a patchwork of fields, rolling often judged one of the best
Fife, the region’s beautiful eastern hills, woodlands and farming fish and chip shops in the UK.
corner. communities.
the kingdom of fife ' Enjoy Dunfermline Carnegie
at a glance
Head on over to the award-winning Meet ancestors of today’s Fifers at Library & Galleries, featuring
Scottish Fisheries Museum in the Fife Folk Museum in the village a museum and gallery
Anstruther, then explore the of Ceres and discover collections of spaces. Grab a bite to eat
Ravenscraig Castle, Kirkcaldy charming local galleries in agricultural tools, pottery, paintings, in its mezzanine café which
Pittenweem. Or while away a day in toys and much more. Enjoy a coffee has stunning views over
Visit the Kingdom of Fife and discover an exciting variety of family attractions, outdoor pursuits Crail, with its ancient parish church, in the Weigh House Tearoom. the landscaped garden to
fascinating shops and Crail Pottery, Dunfermline Abbey and
and a rich history based on Royal Burghs, palaces and castles. Marvel at the breathtaking views Imagine life as the owner of Hill of
where you can pick up beautiful Dunfermline’s Heritage
around every corner from the rolling hills of the countryside to the pretty fishing villages and Tarvit Mansionhouse & Gardens,
handmade ceramics. Quarter.
historic towns along the coast. one of Scotland’s finest Edwardian
You now have top secret security mansion houses. Its splendid
Dunfermline and West Fife Buckle up that seatbelt and try On a green slope overlooking clearance to descend into collection of antiques, furniture,
The soaring vault of Dunfermline karting at Knockhill Racing Circuit, Kinghorn Loch you’ll find the UK’s Scotland’s Secret Bunker, the Chinese porcelain and superb Don’t miss...
Abbey is a fitting resting place Scotland’s National Motorsport first Earthship, a solar-powered 24,000 sq ft command centre paintings would be all yours... Step back in time as you pace
where Scotland would have been
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for the bones of King Robert the Centre. educational and research centre Join the Queen as a fan of Griselda the cobbled streets of the
Bruce. The abbey was founded made entirely from natural and governed in the event of nuclear Royal Burgh of Culross. You
Get up close to sand tiger sharks, Hill Pottery Ltd® in the village of
in 1072 and it’s impossible not to recycled materials. war. It was Scotland’s best-kept can see history writ large in
conger eels, stingrays and more Ceres, and start your collection of
admire its stunning Romanesque secret for over 40 years, and the town’s elegant, ancient
at Deep Sea World in North Pop into the Harbourmaster’s their lovely hand-painted Wemyss
architecture. lies hidden 150 m beneath the buildings and stunning
Queensferry, Scotland’s national House in Dysart before you start Ware® pottery.
floorboards of a traditional-looking palace.
How did the son of a poor aquarium. your journey along the Fife Coastal Explore Tentsmuir Forest, a glorious
Fife farmhouse.
handloom weaver become the Path. Here you can learn all about pine forest which borders white Hop on a boat trip to the Isle
Kirkcaldy and Mid-Fife Pack a sandwich and meander
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richest man in the world and the the path, as well as the history of sand dunes and a magnificent of May and visit the hundreds
most generous philanthropist? For a lively programme of theatre, Dysart as a key Scottish port, and round the Cambo Estate, with
beach. It’s the perfect spot for of puffins which nest there in
Find out at the Andrew Carnegie dance and music, head to the Adam enjoy a bite to eat in the bistro. its tranquil and beautifully-
wildlife watching and a family the summer months.
Birthplace Museum in Dunfermline. Smith Theatre in Kirkcaldy. maintained gardens, new visitor
Fancy an action-packed family day picnic. Kids will love the brilliant
Then visit the Dunfermline Carnegie Kinghorn packs a lot of fun into a centre, café and gift shop. You '
out? Then visit Lochore Meadows Come nose to nose with amazing St Andrews Aquarium where
Library & Galleries which was the small place – here you can stroll can sample a dram at the nearby
Country Park, near Lochgelly. Pack wildlife at the Scottish Deer you can press your nose to
world’s first Carnegie public library along two lovely sandy beaches, Kingsbarns Distillery, or take in
a tasty picnic and go for a wander Centre, near Cupar. You can also the glass and get close to
funded by the Scottish-American tee off on a challenging 18-hole golf a bite at Bowhouse, a local food
around the stunning loch or take a enjoy spectacular bird of prey fascinating species such as
businessman. course and enjoy coarse fishing and hub housing local producers and
bike ride along the park’s network demonstrations or take a treetop sharks, seahorses, piranhas
canoeing on a pretty loch. monthly markets.
of woodland trails. walk through Witches Wood. and seals. You can also meet
meerkats and marmosets!
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highlights
' Ever been to a snowdrop
festival? It’s truly wonderful,
and there’s one every spring
at Cambo Estate, Kingsbarns.
' You may spot seals frolicking
in the Firth of Forth from the
Fife Coastal Path.
' Known as a dragonfly hot
spot, head to the Morton
a perfect Lochs, part of Tentsmuir
playground
Naitonal Nature Reserve.
' Follow the Red Squirrel Trail
Fife Pilgrim Way, Markinch in Devilla Forest, Kincardine.
Your everyday cares are about to dissolve... There’s nothing quite as uplifting to the spirit as a day Mansionhouse & Garden. Then go the beach. Adventure company
out amid rolling hills, green forests and golden beaches – and you can find them all here in the squirrel spotting in the woodland Blown Away, in St Andrews offer Don’t miss...
Kingdom of Fife. You’ll never run out of ways to enjoy this natural playground with walking trails, or climb the hill to enjoy fantastic all kinds of beach activities, from Remember your binoculars
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cycling routes and a magnificent coastal path, which runs for miles around the sparkling coastline. views. land yachting and stand up paddle on a walk around the
boarding to kayaking and riding the charming Kinghorn Loch –
Get your heart pumping with
Pack a picnic and spend an can book free beach wheelchair Roam the lovely trails in the waves in a high speed Zapcat. there is lots of wildlife to spot.
an action-packed day down at
afternoon in one of Fife’s beautiful rentals. Lomond Hills Regional Park and
' Take a short walk up Binn Hill
parks, such as Pittencrieff Park in discover geological marvels such as
Saddle up and pedal out on more in Burntisland for stunning
Dunfermline, Victorian Beveridge the bizarrely shaped Bunnet Stane
than 300 miles of cycle paths from panoramic coastal views
Park in Kirkcaldy or Craigtoun and Carlin Maggie’s Stane. The
coast to countryside on the Fife across the Firth of Forth to
Country Park near St Andrews. East and West Lomond Hills are the
Cycleways – a great way to explore Edinburgh & The Lothians.
Let the sea breeze ruffle your hair on the region. Or try out the Fife Cycle highest points in Fife and you’ll find
you can’t help gazing for ages at the ' See how many species of
a scenic walk along the Fife Coastal Park, an outdoor traffic free cycling
wonderful panoramic views. Stroll migrating birds you can spot
Path. You can cruise the coastline facility, between Lochgelly and
through the nearby Falkland Estate, at the Fife Ness Muir Wildlife
for 117 miles from Kincardine to Lochore, and the first of its kind
and visit the Pillars of Hercules cafe Reserve, by Crail.
Newburgh with sandy beaches, in Scotland!
attractive fishing villages and for some delicious organic food. ' At Falkland Estate, follow
Here’s an idea for a mini-adventure
curious wildlife for you to discover. A paradise for animals and humans the Maspie Den paths
– take a boat trip in the summer
alike – that’s Tentsmuir National through the forest to the Yad
Dig out your crabbing net or a months from Anstruther out to the
Nature Reserve, near Leuchars. waterfall and the Tyndall
bucket and spade and head to Isle of May. This fascinating island
Look out for seals on the long sandy Bruce Monument, which
one of Fife’s stunning beaches was previously used by monks,
beaches. offers glorious views of the
for the day. Wander along miles Vikings and smugglers and is home
Fife countryside and beyond.
of golden sands at Elie Ruby Bay, to one of the oldest lighthouses in Pause and smell the fragrant If you want to explore
Kingdom Pettycur Bay and at West Scotland. It’s also home to colonies aroma of the beautiful sunken further, try venturing into the
Beach in St Andrews, where you of puffins and seals. rose garden at Hill of Tarvit Lomond Hills Regional Park
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Canoeing, Lochore Meadows Country Park
6 the kingdom of fife discover more highlights
courses ' Browse the exhibitions and
wonderful visual displays
' Lundin Links – its fine links
at the British Golf Museum
fairways and beautiful greens
in St Andrews.
were redesigned by James
Braid in 1909. ' Give your game a tune-up
Forrester Park in Dunfermline from the swing doctors at
' the St Andrews Links Golf
– a magnificent 18-hole course
set in ancient parkland. Academy.
' Ladybank, Cupar – a charming ' The 9-hole Balgove Course
heathland course set amongst in St Andrews is ideal for
pine trees, silver birch and youngsters and beginners,
heather. who will still be challenged
by shallow bunkers,
' Anstruther – a hidden gem
undulating greens and
offering stunning views of
wide fairways.
Anstruther harbour, the Bass
Rock and the Isle of May. ' Don’t miss Fife’s newest
Kirkcaldy Golf Club – an course, Dunbarnie Links,
' due to open in spring 2020.
attractive 18-hole parkland
course. ' Play traditional golf with
' Scotscraig – a mix of hickory clubs at Kingarrock
heathland and links, an at Hill of Tarvit, near Cupar.
enjoyable, yet testing course ' Enjoy a round at Elie, the
in Tayport. course James Braid learnt
' Leven – the Leven Golfing to play on.
Society is the 11th oldest golf Aberdour has been voted
club in the world.
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great
one of the best golfing
Balbirnie Park, Markinch – a
golf
' experiences, and its sea
fine example of the best in views are something
traditional parkland design. special.
Aberdour Golf Club
Enthusiastic novice? Seasoned professional? Or a happy hacker? Whatever your talents, you’ll
be in golf heaven in Fife. You could tee off on a different course every Saturday for a year, from
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It’s thanks to St Andrews that the The Old and New courses in Crail. Set in a rugged corner of the in St Andrews was
game as we know it exists today, St Andrews that we see today were coast, the course was laid out by the first golf course
and it’s here that you’ll find the created by ‘Old’ Tom Morris who is ‘Old’ Tom Morris. Test your skills to have 18 holes,
jewel in the crown and spiritual celebrated for his pioneering work over the rocky bays and on the long and this is now the
home of the game, the Old Course. in course architecture. He was also par 3s with greens perched right world standard.
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is confirmed in the Guinness Book record as the oldest champion, par 4 fifth hole is one of the most
of World Records as the oldest at the age of 46, in 1867. Children challenging, and is appropriately
golf course in the world. It hosts and adults can have plenty of fun named, Hell’s Hole.
The Open Championship every tackling the humps and bumps
For a modern links challenge, try
five years which will be back in St of the Himalayas putting course,
Kingsbarns Golf Links, often voted
Andrews to celebrate the 150th located next to the second tee of
one of the world’s top 100 courses.
Open in 2021. You can play on this the Old Course.
legendary course yourself, but you For more ideas and themed golf
Here’s a hidden gem of a golf
must book in advance. trails, go to www.visitfifegolf.com
course – the old Balcomie Links by
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Ladybank Golf Club
8 the kingdom of fife highlights
' Forth Bridge – this
architectural gem has UNESCO
World Heritage Site status
and celebrates its 130th
anniversary in 2020. For
the best view head to North
Queensferry – or hop on a
train going across the bridge.
' Enjoy a family day out at
the oldest free traditional
Highland games in Scotland,
held every year at the end of
June in Ceres.
' Explore Backhouse Rossie
Estate and see their National
intriguing Heritage Daffodil Collection.
heritage
There’s also woodland
walks and a Victorian walled
Falkland Palace garden to discover.
' Ravenscraig Castle, Kirkcaldy
Do you love a good yarn? History drips from the very stones of our buildings and you can hear the peaceful palace gardens and the grounds of the castle for an entire was built to make enemies
stories of ancestors wherever you go. Explore the many castles, palaces and museums scattered world’s oldest real tennis court, summer following the Battle of falter. You can see how in
which was built in 1539! Culloden in 1746! the fort’s towering facade,
throughout the region and uncover the remarkable history of this unique corner of Scotland.
3.5 m-thick walls and
See Falkland Palace and other St Monans Windmill is a living commanding views of the
Its nave is now grassy and open more about the town’s ancient Make a mini-pilgrimage of your own amazing historic sites across the reminder of Fife’s former booming Firth of Forth.
to the elements, but it’s easy to history and heritage through down the 87 steps to St Margaret’s Kingdom come to life with ‘In salt industry. This late 18th-century
imagine St Andrews Cathedral in all impressive exhibitions and displays. Cave, Dunfermline, where the the Footsteps of Kings’. This free salt mill was used to pump sea ' Admire St Andrews’ imposing
its pomp as Scotland’s largest and canonised Queen Margaret of augmented reality mobile app water into special evaporation pans medieval city gate, the West
Fishing has been the lifeblood of
most magnificent church. Climb Scotland would go to pray over 900 lets you experience the area’s before they were heated. Port. Built in 1589, the West
the East Neuk for generations and
the 33 m high St Rule’s Tower, built years ago. Or walk the Fife Pilgrim rich history in a new way with fun Port is one of the last medieval
you can learn more about how it Reputedly no stone castle in
around 1130, for sweeping views of Way and become a modern day activities tailored to each location, city gates left in Scotland.
shaped the local people’s lives at Scotland has been standing longer
the town and coastline. pilgrim by following the ancient with many to discover across the ' The Artline group showcases
the Scottish Fisheries Museum in than Aberdour Castle. Explore its
pathways and visiting medieval region. Join Jess the Jester on a restored art and heritage
While you’re in St Andrews make Anstruther. ancient corridors and stretch your
sites along the route. fun journey through Fife on your buildings on the railway
sure you visit the castle. It was once legs with a walk round its beautiful
Need a moment of sanctuary in next visit. Find out more at through Fife.
the official residence of Scotland’s Tour companies Discover walled garden and grounds.
this busy world? Find it in the www.welcometofife.com/jess www.theartline.co.uk
leading bishop and has a very Dunfermline Tours and Forth
magnificent Dunfermline Abbey, the See for yourself why saints sought
scary bottle dungeon. Explore the Pilgrim will happily share their Step back in time to the 16th and ' The award-winning Fife Folk
final resting place of many Scottish out the peace of St Fillan’s Cave in
extended Wardlaw Museum at the knowledge of Fife’s key pilgrimage 17th centuries as you stroll around Museum, in Ceres, looks at
kings and queens. The legendary Pittenweem as a haven. The cave
University of St Andrews, with new sites and Fife’s significant place in the beautiful Royal Burgh of Culross, the most important aspect of
Robert the Bruce is one of the royals gave Pittenweem its name, ‘pit’
exhibition spaces. Scottish history. not far from Dunfermline. Walk along life in the Kingdom of Fife –
sleeping here – minus his heart, being the Pictish word for ‘place’
pretty cobbled streets in this historic its people.
Duck your head and step inside which is buried in Melrose Abbey Tucked into the Lomond foothills and ‘weem’ meaning ‘cave’.
the 18th century Harbourmaster’s in the Scottish Borders. The nearby and set in the heart of a medieval village and admire the beautiful
ochre-coloured Culross Palace. The first ever mention of Scotch Artline, Aberdour
House at Dysart, for a hands-on Abbot House is also an important village you’ll find the royal Falkland
history lesson in the business arts whisky was at Lindores Abbey,
site in the town’s Heritage Quarter, Palace and Garden. This gem was Kellie Castle and Garden is
of salt and coal trading. Newburgh in 1494. Visit Lindores
and is due to reopen in 2020. used as a hunting lodge for several beautiful inside and out – you
Abbey Distillery and learn all
Scottish monarchs including can see fabulous paintings and
Explore the Dunfermline Carnegie Take time to explore the abbey about the processes and history
Mary Queen of Scots. Today you tapestries then stroll round the
Library & Galleries, with a museum, complex including the ruins of a of whisky making on a distillery or
can enjoy its French-influenced glorious gardens. Here’s a fantastic
gallery spaces, cafe shop and palace built by King James VI in the apothecary tour.
Renaissance architecture, fact – the 5th Earl of Kellie hid
reading rooms – all adjoining the 16th century that became a home
beautifully reconstructed rooms, in a burnt-out tree stump in the
world’s first Carnegie Library. Learn for his queen, Anne of Denmark.
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10 the kingdom of fife more
activities
' Head to East Neuk Outdoors, at
Cellardyke Park in Anstruther,
to try archery, canoeing,
abseiling, orienteering and
mountain biking.
' Grab you walking boots and
explore the paths and trails of
Maspie Den, Falkland which
boast fascinating features and
pases through Falkland village
along the way.
' Lundin Ladies Golf Course – the
second hole on the course is
home to the ancient Standing
Stones of Lundie, which date
back over 6,000 years.
' Starting at Culross and North
Queensferry follow in the
footsteps of medieval pilgrims
on the Fife Pilgrim Way, a 70
mile path takes in spectacular
outdoor views of the Highlands, the
adventures
Coast, Forth and Tay Estuaries
and the Lomond Hills.
The Bunnet Stane, near Gateside
Don’t miss...
Ready to play? Well, Fife is a truly exceptional outdoor playground, and it’s ready and waiting for Bring your bike or simply hire Expect rosy cheeks and smiles
one here and enjoy the Kingdom on a family day out at Lochore ' An exhilarating afternoon at
you to spring into action. Fife is heaven for golfers, but the great game is by no means the only
of Fife Cycle Ways, a network of Meadows Country Park. You can Knockhill Racing Circuit, the
sport available in this action-packed part of Scotland. home of Scottish motorsport.
over 300 miles (483 km) of cycle throw yourself into a wide range
routes on sleepy old railway paths, of activities, from orienteering Take a ride around the circuit
A quick look at the map will show as the Divebunker based at who would have flocked to yourself or enjoy weekend
you Fife has miles and miles of Burntisland. medieval Scotland and discover forest tracks and quiet country and hillwalking to mountain
lanes. Head to Pitmedden Forest, biking and kayaking, at the events.
beautiful coastline, making it an important historical sites along
Leave the everyday world far near Auchtermuchty, where you’ll Outdoor Recreation Centre or
ideal destination for sailing. Set the way. ' Take the wheel of a 4x4 at
behind and explore Fife on foot find miles of track that weave take a refreshing stroll or bike ride
sail from attractive coastal towns the Scottish Off Road Driving
along 117 miles of the Fife Coastal Head to Cluny Activities near between trees and down slopes, through tranquil woodland trails,
such as Anstruther, Newburgh, Centre near Auchtermuchty.
Path. The path stretches from the Kirkcaldy for a range of family- with options for both experienced many of which are wheelchair and
Kinghorn, Tayport and Wormit and
Forth estuary in the south to the friendly activities that everyone mountain bikers and beginners. mobility scooter accessible. Get on target for a great
you can choose between weekday, '
Tay estuary in the north and will can get involved in, including day out at the Scottish Clay
weekend, group and individual Grab your kit and head to Townhill Why not try a spot of horse riding?
guide you past picturesque fishing shooting sports, golf, footgolf and a Shooting Centre near St
sessions. Country Park, north of Dunfermline You’ll find riding centres at Cupar
towns and villages, award-winning children’s indoor and outdoor play Andrews.
The Firth of Forth has been one beaches, unexpected wildlife and area. There is also a clubhouse with for a game of tennis, cricket, and Dunfermline.
of Scotland’s most important some absolutely stunning views. a delicious menu of homebaking. football or even croquet. This Fancy yourself as the next
Take your family for a walk or '
shipping areas for centuries and tranquil country park is also home Lewis Hamilton? Try your
Take a journey through history on In the sandy curve of Elie Bay, you’ll cycle through the pine forest
this has left some fascinating to Waterski & Wakeboard Scotland, driving hand at indoor karting
the Fife Pilgrim Way, an exciting find Elie Watersports whose helpful trails in Tentsmuir Forest, then
wreck dive sites. You can choose a custom-built site. With world- at Kartstart in Kirkcaldy.
long distance route which winds instructors can have you whizzing idle the afternoon away building
from many providers that offer class boats and state-of-the-art
through the ancient Kingdom. over the waves on waterskis or a sandcastles on the beach.
training and guided dives such facilities, beginners and experts
Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims wakeboard. alike will have a brilliant time here.
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locally foraged ingredients
from Fife’s coastline and
countryside.
' Fruit picking is a fun and tasty
way to spend an afternoon.
There are many farms you
can pick your own fruit at,
including Cairnie Fruit Farm
near Cupar or Blacketyside
Farm near Leven.
' Take a waterbuffalo farm
tour at Boglily Buffalo Farm,
near Kirkcaldy and then pop
into their Bothy café for a
natural tasty bite to eat.
larder The Seafood Ristorante, St Andrews
pop into...
' Room With a View – try out
this great seafood restaurant
We hope you’re hungry... In the plentiful Kingdom of Fife, you’ll find ample opportunity to sample Stock up on fresh local vegetables, Pick up a bottle of the Spencerfield in Aberdour, offering stunning
the fabulous local food and drink at farmers’ markets, shops and eateries. With rich farmland and well hung beef and artisan jams Spirit Company’s wonderful artisan views of the Firth of Forth.
blue waters, Fife is the perfect environment for yielding the most delicious natural produce, from and chutneys from the Pillars of whiskies; Sheep Dip, Pig’s Nose
Hercules in Falkland, Balgove and The Feathery, or their famous ' Ostlers Close, Cupar – sample
mouth-watering berries to succulent meats and the freshest seafood. traditional Scottish dishes
Larder Farm Shop near St Andrews Edinburgh Gin, which comes in a
or Ardross Farm Shop in Elie. variety of flavours. with a modern twist.
Our chefs can count on fantastic Pittenweem or Laura’s Chocolates Bowhouse, near St Monans, also
produce on their doorstep, which in Cowdenbeath. holds monthly markets and is At St Andrews Farmhouse Cheese Pop the cap off a bottle or two of
include two Michelin starred home to a great selection of local Company, near Pittenweem, see rich, locally produced ale during Squid and Apple Arancini at
Pay a visit to Darnley’s Distillery, at The Newport Restaurant,
restaurants, so it’s no wonder producers. the art of cheese-making and your visit. Try the St Andrews
Kingsbarns, for a tour to learn about Newport-on-Tay
that restaurants here can offer sample a range of award-winning Brewing Company’s Neuk Ale, dark
distilling and of course a delicious Head to Lindores Abbey Distillery
you delicious, seasonal meals artisan cheeses made from milk mahogany in colour with rich coffee
gin tasting. You can even distil your for fine dining, a whisky tour,
every day of the year. Visit from the cows on the farm. and chocolate flavours. Eden Mill
own gin in their Gin School. whisky and champagne afternoon
www.foodfromfife.co.uk for is a craft brewery and distillery
teas or a light lunch and some Who doesn’t love an authentic Italian
a fantastic choice of food trails Buy directly from producers at one creating beer, whisky and gin all by
homebaking. ice cream? And few do it better than
around the region. of four farmers’ markets held in hand and you can learn about the
Kirkcaldy, St Andrews, Dunfermline Sample some of Fife’s fabulous Jannettas Gelateria in St Andrews.
Are you a chocaholic? Get ready to history and process by joining a
and Cupar. Choose from a freshly caught seafood. You can Ah, the ‘water of life’! Visit the beer or whisky tour.
indulge your wonderful weakness
wonderful array of freshly picked stand on the quayside and see the Kingsbarns Distillery and Visitor
by visiting the attractions on
fruit and vegetables, locally reared local fishermen landing their catch in Centre, on the Cambo Estate outside
Scotland’s Chocolate Trail. In Fife
meats, artisan cheeses, home- Pittenweem, and try some fantastic Kingsbarns, and learn how whisky is
you can visit the Cocoa Tree Café in
baked goods and confectionery. fish and chips on your travels. crafted in the visitor centre.
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' Various spots along Fife’s
stunning coast line have
provided the perfect
backdrop for film and TV
locations over the years.
Make a trip to West Sands in
St Andrews, made famous
for its role in the classic
beach race scene in the film
Chariots of Fire. St Monans
has featured in The Railway
Man starring Colin Firth and
Nicole Kidman, as well as in
the most recent version of
Whisky Galore. The villages of
Elie and Pittenweem starred
in The Winter Guest, which
starred Emma Thompson
and was directed by Alan
Rickman.
Year of COASTS AND
WATERS 2020 St Monan’s Windmill
Don’t miss a packed programme
of events happening across
Fife and the rest of the country.
For more information visit
Coasts and waters have shaped Fife’s history and this influence is still seen today, from the take a trip out on the water with beers you can try alongside their www.visitscotland.com/ycw2020
rainwater which makes local whisky to the abundance of wildlife around the coast and rivers. Forth Sea Safaris, based in North whisky. Lindores Abbey Distillery,
There is also plenty of fun to be had, including lots of watersports or relaxing coastal walks along Queensferry. which sits opposite the now ruined Share your experiences using
the Fife Coastal Path. abbey of the same name, opened #ScotlandIsNow and #YCW2020
Visit the Isle of May, a quick boat
in 2017.
ride from Anstruther, where you
No visit to Fife is complete without Take in dramatic cliffs, miles of open canoeing with East Neuk can explore the island, which is
exploring its charming coastal sandy beaches and picturesque Outdoors. a National Nature Reserve. In
towns and villages, from Culross fishing villages along the Fife the summer months the island is
There are awesome adventures
to the East Neuk. Fife’s coast is Coastal Path. This long-distance filled with nesting puffins or try to
with a difference to try too.
home to unique attractions like walking route takes in brilliant spot the resident seals around its
Experience land yachting in
the Scottish Fisheries Museum spots such as Aberdour Castle, coastline! You can get up close and
St Andrews with Blown Away
and North Queensferry Harbour Balmerino Abbey and Tentsmuir personal with a host of sea life and
Experiences, or for an even more
Light Tower – the world’s smallest Forest. Pick a section to explore other creatures at the St Andrews
white-knuckle ride, try their high-
working light tower which you can or try the full 117-mile route for Aquarium or at Deep Sea World.
powered racing boats, Zapcats. St
light yourself! an unrivalled walking experience. Home to the largest transparent
Andrews’ beaches are accessible to
Discover scenic spots like Lady’s There’s plenty of opportunities everyone too – try the West Beach tunnel in Europe, its easy to spot
Tower near Elie and St Monan’s to get on the water as well. Go wheelchairs, which can be rented the resident sharks – you can even
Windmill, as well as stunning sailing, paddle sports and open for free. go diving with them!
beaches, including three Blue water swimming in Loch Ore, They say whisky is the water
The River Forth runs along the
Flag beaches in Aberdour, while the surrounding 260 acres of life, and there are plenty of
Fife coast, and three famous
Burntisland and Elie. Go cycling which make up Lochore Meadows opportunities to enjoy a dram in
bridges connect the region to its
along the esplanade at Kirkcaldy’s Country Park are the perfect Fife. Visit Kingsbarns Distillery and
neighbours. Visit the Forth Bridge,
waterfront or visit Dysart Harbour, spot for walking and cycling. Try discover their single malt on three
one of the most iconic images of
which starred in season 2 of kayaking around the north Fife different types of distillery tour.
Scotland, which celebrates its 130th
Outlander. coast with Outdoor Explore or go Nearby, Eden Mill in St Andrews
anniversary in 2020. You can also
produces a selection of gins and
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produce at the annual
Crail Food Festival in June.
Meet the local producers,
watch live music and – most
importantly! – take part in
tasting sessions and cooking
demonstrations.
' There’s art, art and more art
everywhere you look at the
Pittenweem Arts Festival
in August. Come and see
inspiring artists take over the
town as they display their
eventful fife
creations in galleries, homes,
studios and public venues.
A seal on the Isle of May
Don’t miss...
' The St Andrews Fashion
From golf championships and Highland games to arts, food and poetry festivals, Fife has enough In October celebrate Scottish
photography and pick up Show which is now the
going on to keep you entertained every night of the year. Whatever time of year you visit you can
some tips at the St Andrews largest and most successful
enjoy events, exhibitions, festivals and unusual happenings. student-run organisation in
Photography Festival.
the UK, and uses its events
Calling all culture vultures – get Shall I compare thee to a summer’s Do you have a Scottish ancestor? Don’t miss a major exhibition to raise money for local
ready to feast on theatre, dance, day...? Head to St Andrews in March Then have some fun the way by a world-famous Fife artist charities.
film and music at the Byre Theatre for StAnza Scotland’s International your forebears did at a Highland in September at the Kirkcaldy
in St Andrews, the Adam Smith Poetry Festival. Sit back and let games. Fife has several taking place Galleries. Jack Vettriano: The ' Raise your glass at the Fife
Theatre in Kirkcaldy, and the world-class poets, writers, musicians throughout the summer months, Early Years sees early paintings Whisky Festival on 6-8 March
Alhambra Theatre or Carnegie Hall, and film-makers inspire you with including Markinch, Newburgh, by Vettriano, including works 2020, in the Corn Exchange
both in Dunfermline. readings, performances, exhibitions, Cupar, Burntisland, St Andrews, painted under his birth name, in Cupar.
talks, and workshops in venues Inverkeithing and Ceres. shown together in public for ' A variety of motorsports
You can find information on the
across the town. the first time in his home town. events and shows
latest events in theatres and venues Well worth a look is the East Neuk
across Fife at www.onfife.com Why visit just one studio when you Festival from 1-5 July 2020. Relax What better way to celebrate throughout the year for an
Craft workshop at
can visit dozens? Professional artists in your seat and let international Scotland’s patron saint than in his East Neuk Glass, Pittenweem
exciting adrenaline-filled
Put a spring in your step at the day out at Knockhill and
throw open their doors in May as artists enchant you with sublime namesake town. St Andrews will be
snowdrop wonderland at Cambo Cowdenbeath.
part of Open Studios North Fife or chamber music. Don’t miss buzzing with events and celebrations 2020 is the Year of Coasts and
Gardens. Celebrate this year’s
later in the year during the East Dunfermline’s Outwith Festival at the end of November, including Waters, so don’t miss a packed ' St Andrews Voices, October –
Snowdrop Festival from January
Neuk Open Studios. Pop into studios in September, with a great mix Scotland’s largest outdoor ceilidh, a programme of events happening enjoy performances by some
to mid-March, and walk through
in garages, sheds, spare rooms of bands, art, film, literature and torch-lit parade to the harbour and across Fife and the rest of the of the finest UK musicians in
flower-filled woodlands to the sea.
and workshops and pick up some comedy. lots of foot-tapping live music from country. For more information lots of styles, including jazz,
creative inspiration of your own. musicians and pipers. visit www.visitscotland.com/ folk, opera and more.
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Fife is a compact region that you’ll find is easy to travel around by car, foot and bike. You can also
take advantage of the convenient public transport links. Find out more at
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By road Choose the slower pace of the and St Andrews. You can then
The A92 road runs diagonally Fife Coastal Route and take time use the comprehensive local bus
through the region forming to discover even more on your networks in each town.
a useful ‘spine’ that you can travels – www.visitscotland.com/
use to access many sights and touristroutes By rail
attractions. There are also many Fife Circle trains stop at numerous
In September 2017, Britain’s tallest towns and villages in south ' For all local and national
well-signposted scenic routes bridge, the new Queensferry Crossing west Fife and there are also public transport timetables
linking the smaller towns and opened over the Firth of Forth, the regular trains which run between and journey planning contact
villages. third bridge to link Fife to Edinburgh. Edinburgh and Dundee through Traveline Scotland 24 hours
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and off-road cycle routes – bring By bus www.travelinescotland.com
frequent bus service from
your own or hire a bike in one of Hop on the express coach services or download their app.
Leuchars to St Andrews town
the towns. that link Anstruther, Dunfermline,
centre. For more information visit
Kirkcaldy, Leven, Glenrothes, Cupar
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Insurance and cancellations v Hearing loop* like forests or peaty ground. Take
Should you have to cancel for Many establishments will be able away your rubbish and consider
whatever reason, it is reassuring to cater for those with a sensory picking up other litter as well. If
to know that you can be insured impairment but please do check in doubt, ask the landowner.
against any compensation claim. It with the business before booking Their advice just might help you
The listings within this guide • Transport reference (see example) rating to is advisable to take out cancellation and visiting. find a better camping spot. For
have been split into the • Events & festivals the map which appears at the back insurance prior to your trip. further information see the
following sections: • Family fun of this guide. Most entries have a ü Short breaks available* Scottish Access Code:
• Accommodation postcode which can be used to pin Accessibility There is a fabulous range of www.outdooraccess-scotland.
• Places to visit
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• Leisure activities
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are listed in alphabetical order by the countryside, you’ll find a great
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business location then by business range of accessible accommodation,
• Tours offers throughout the year, contact or campervans. Please note,
name. Each entry has a map attractions, things to see and do direct for latest special offers. responsible access rights within the
and transport. You can stay in a
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within 10 miles of this location. locating each business, beach. For more information go to highlight this within their entries. park. Across the length and breadth
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Inchcolm Abbey
Castles, historic homes & Historic Scotland, On Inchcolm in the
Firth of Forth EH30 9TB
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Distilleries & breweries Museums
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Forth Bridges on the A921, KY3 0SL 9AR T: 01333 455300 info@darnleysgin.com
T: 01383 860519 customer@hes.scot T: 01334 477196 customer@hes.scot www.darnleysgin.com
www.historicenvironment.scot/daysout www.historicenvironment.scot/daysout Visit our distillery outside the village of
Built in the 1100s as a fortified residence, See fascinating, rare examples of medieval Kingsbarns, take a tour and discover how we
making it one of the oldest stone castles in the siege techniques, and the bottle dungeon make our award-winning gin. Whether you like
country. The fine painted ceiling dates from hollowed out of solid rock. citrus, fruity, floral, spiced or bold and robust,
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The Distil Your Own Gin Experience: Fri 3pm, Sat & Sun 11am. T: 01333 450869 office@crailmuseum.org.uk www.crailmuseum.org.uk
The Museum provides an insight into the past life of this ancient Royal
Burgh, its Kirk, seafaring tradition, Crail Golfing Society (founded in 1786
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Dunfermline Abbey & Palace St Andrews Cathedral World Wars until its closure in 1960.
Historic Scotland, In Dunfermline off the M90 Historic Scotland, The Pends, St Andrews KY16
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www.historicenvironment.scot/daysout www.historicenvironment.scot/daysout of Crail, Crail Airfield, A History of Golfing in Crail.
One of Scotland's most impressive medieval Once the largest cathedral in Scotland. Climb
interiors and most important royal sites. Robert St Rule’s Tower for a magnificent view of the Wheelchair access to ground floor.
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Experience Dunfermline's spiritual history at Pittenweem along the Fife Coastal Path to visit Chat with them for insider tips about the must information experts. You never know, we might just let
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Margaret prayed 900 years ago. 87 steps to an nearby saltpans.
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