Kirkcaldy Circumnavigation. Route 1 Of 4

by Alex Donald
2 days ago
Near Kirkcaldy West, GB

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Kirkcaldy Circumnavigation.
Route 1 of 4.
The first of four routes, which complete a 17.4ml, circumnavigation of Kirkcaldy.

See pictures taken along the route, including one showing this route on Ordnance Survey mapping.

Within one hour of starting this walk, you will cross the beach between Ravens Craig & Ravenscraig Park. This may not be passable at high tide: https://tides4fishing.com/uk/scotland/kirkcaldy
If not passable, follow the green lined diversion shown on the map, in the photos section of this route.

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This route includes parts on the Fife Core Path Network: https://www.nature.scot/enjoying-outdoors/routes-explore/local-path-networks

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For the first 3.7mls, this route follows the Fife Coastal Path: https://fifecoastandcountrysidetrust.co.uk/walks/fife-coastal-path/burntisland-to-buckhaven/

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The Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
A practical guide for all: https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/practical-guide-all

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These 1913 maps shows some paths followed in this Tour:
The line of the promenade and the Kirkcaldy Harbour entrance reflect the line of this route: https://maps.nls.uk/view/75533593

Recognized on this map - Ravenscraig Park paths, Dysart harbour, Borland Road and pedestrian bridge over the railway line: https://maps.nls.uk/view/75533605

“Courtesy of the National Library of Scotland”

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Refreshments near start / end of route......

Pub / Cafe near start of Tour.
The Duchess of Kirkcaldy: https://www.facebook.com/Theduchessofkdy/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/qbjt6VVB1xoGdeSK7

Morrisons cafe: https://my.morrisons.com/morrisons-cafe/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/KX63AwF2q8HwgtfJ6

Stocks Snack Bar: https://www.facebook.com/stockssnackbar1/
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KBMZxVePya5uark89

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Pub / Cafe near end of Tour.
Tranquility Coffee Shop: https://www.facebook.com/Tranquility-Coffee-Shop-596702430725253/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oufLL65CDWPPUDRf7

The Elbow Room: https://www.theelbowrooms.co.uk/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/LHZjnzTJw5mn2WUQ8

Travel
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Start of route at Kirkcaldy, Esplanade, Lorry/Car Park.
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kctSUnLyvR9vKnb77
what3words: https://w3w.co/probe.path.pines
Nearest Post Code: KY1 1RD (not a precise location)

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Bus
Stagecoach App: https://www.stagecoachbus.com/promos-and-offers/national/stagecoachbusapp

Traveline Scotland transport planner: https://www.travelinescotland.com/lts/#/travelInfo

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Parking at start of route.

Esplanade car & lorry park: -
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/tTbpETSs99q8WQJu8
what3words: https://w3w.co/dogs.relate.palm
Nearest Post Code: KY1 1RD (not a precise location)

Parking at end of route.
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/ZYa885shkM1NBc2bA
what3words: https://w3w.co/anode.emerald.corrupted
Nearest Post Code: KY1 3HL (not a precise location)

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Train
Kirkcaldy Railway Station is a 25min walk from start of route.
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/6MJguaMo6WBRP2bz9
what3words: https://w3w.co/ruby.spine.slams
Nearest Post Code: KY1 1YL (not a precise location)

Scotrail: https://www.scotrail.co.uk/plan-your-journey/s

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The Scottish Outdoor Access Code
A practical guide for al - https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/practical-guide-all