Limekilns
Limekilns, is a quiet and attractive village on the north shore of the River Forth. It lies a little to the west of the Forth Road Bridge on the shores of the Firth of Forth and part of the Fife Coastal Path. An idyllic location offering links to Scotlands capital city of Edinburgh and within easy reach of Glasgow. The surrounding historic cities of Dunfermline and Stirling are close by both offering much to see and do. Below you will find useful local information and helpful links to use during your stay.
Local Restaurants, Cafes and Bars
Despite its small size, Limekilns has no shortage of local venues to enjoy a great meal, a drink in the local pub, or coffee and a cake, you’re sure to find what you're looking for, here are a few suggestions:
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COORIE BY THE COAST
40 Main Street, Limekilns, Fife, KY113HL
(+44) 01383 872999
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BRUCE ARMS
2 Main Street, Limekilns, Dunfermline, Fife, KY11 3HL
01383 872259
https://www.brucearmslimekilns.co.uk/
THE SHIP INN
Promenade, Limekilns, Dunfermline KY11 3HJ
01383 872247
https://www.the-ship-inn-limekilns.co.uk/
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Local Attractions
The beach is just a five minute walk from the cottage & Limekilns also has several local attractions:
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The Harbours of Limekilns – Historic walking area along the coastal routes of the town.
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Rosyth Old Parish Church – Historical ruin of a church and graveyard with beautiful views south over the River Forth.
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Limekilns, Charlestown, & Pattiesmuir War Memorial – A monument to the local men who fought and died in service during the first and second world wars.
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Historic Charlestown Villagehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlestown,_Fife
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Walking Routes around Broomhall Estatehttps://fifewalking.com/fife-walks/charlestown-limekilns-broomhall-walk/
Places to visit
The City of Dunfermline is less than a ten minute drive away and is widely regarded as the historic central hub of Fife rich in cultural sights, retail, nightlife, cinema, and theatre:
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Alhambra Theatre
https://alhambradunfermline.com/
Carnegie Hall
https://www.onfife.com/venues/carnegie-hall/
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Carnegie Birthplace Museum in Dunfermline
https://www.carnegiebirthplace.com/
Dunfermline Abbey and Palace - burial place of King Robert The Bruce
https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/dunfermline-abbey-and-palace/history/
Saint Margaret's Cave
https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/dunfermline/stmargaretscave/index.html
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Places to explore & things to do
Scotlands Capital City of Edinburgh is only 16 miles by car from Limekilns and Glasgow approx 39 miles both cities are also easily accessible by local rail & bus links.
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The Historic city of Stirling is also worth visiting during your stay approx 28 miles by car from Limekilns again easily accessed by local rail & bus links
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https://www.visitscotland.com/
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OTHER NEAR BY ATTRACTIONS
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