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Fife Five things you can only do in Fife

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Want the inside track and some tips on things to see and do when visiting Fife… that you can only do in Fife? You’ll be surprised at what this region offers from historic bridges, to strange stones and big fish! Intrigued?
Light the world's smallest working light tower

Light the world's smallest working light tower

Visit the lovely village of North Queensferry and light the lamp of the world's smallest working light tower. Built in 1817 by Robert Stevenson as a key part of the 'Queensferry Passage' across the Forth, this tiny part of Scottish maritime history has been carefully restored to full working order. You'll also enjoy unique views of the Forth Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

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Swim with sharks

Swim with sharks

Enjoy the underwater experience of a lifetime at Deep Sea World, Scotland’s national aquarium. It's the only aquarium in Scotland to offer genuine underwater diving experiences where you can immerse yourself in a world of undersea discovery. Are you brave enough?

 

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Visit the UK's oldest real tennis court

Visit the UK's oldest real tennis court

Did you know that you can see the UK's oldest real tennis court, built in 1539, if you visit Falkland Palace? The Stuart kings were frequent residents here and Mary, Queen of Scots adored Falkland Palace, as it reminded her of the chateaux of the French Royal Court where she grew up.

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Take a selfie on the Swilcan Bridge

Take a selfie on the Swilcan Bridge

There is no golf played on the Old Course on a Sunday. It's the perfect time to walk in the footsteps of golfing legends and cross the famous Swilcan Bridge. Don't forget to stop and take a selfie!

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Take a walk to see the amazing Bunnet Stane

Take a walk to see the amazing Bunnet Stane

The Bunnet Stane (or bonnet stone) is a weird rock formation found in the Lomond Hills.  An elevated table of rock, about ten feet by twenty feet across, it sits upon a thin column of rock like a giant mushroom. If you fancy walking there, check out our blog by outdoor enthusiast Ben Dolphin. 

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Cycling the Fife Coast

Cycling the Fife Coast

Keen cyclist and Sustainability Researcher James Bonner took a 3 day cycle around the Fife coast, taking in some of its natural and cultural attractions.

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Fife Five Places you won’t believe are in Fife

Fife Five Places you won’t believe are in Fife

What a combination! Landscape, coastline, landmarks and nature fuse together to bring you views of places you might not believe are in the Kingdom of Fife.

But they are... and just waiting for you to explore and discover more. Here are just Five from Fife but there’s plenty more to enjoy.

 

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Fife Five amazing places to experience art

Fife Five amazing places to experience art

It would be pants not to experience some of the hottest art venues in Fife. Why not take the train and follow the Artline to Fife, make some stained glass pants (not to wear obviously!), meet talented artists and craft makers and witness incredible craftsmanship up close as works of art are created.

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Cycling tour of the Heartlands of Fife

Cycling tour of the Heartlands of Fife

Experienced cyclist James Bonner takes us on an 80km cycle tour round the Heartlands of Fife taking in coast, countryside and towns and villages - a great selection of what Fife has to offer if you're travelling on two wheels. 

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