The Accessible Kingdom of Fife

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Euansguide.com is a listings and review website that helps disabled people and their families know which venues are truly accessible. The team at Euan's Guide love coming to Fife and have given us their recommended itinerary for an accessible trip to the Kingdom.

Seaside train ride

There are numerous routes into the Kingdom of Fife, but if you’re coming from across the Firth of Forth, arriving by train is well worth the views from the impressive world heritage Forth Rail Bridge. Kirkcaldy Railway Station has a 4 star review on Euan’s Guide as it has lifts to both platforms, an RNIB React service for audio description, and good clear signage throughout.

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A lodge break amidst the trees

In the seaside village of Lundin Links, Homelands Trust Fife have four self-catering lodges overlooking Lundin Golf Course and the Firth of Forth. The cottages have multiple 5 star reviews on Euan’s Guide and offer a range of accessible accommodation features including an induction loop, wet room, overhead hoist and accessible toilets all in a beautiful and comfortable setting.

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A feast for foodies

Stock up on delightful local produce at Blacketyside Farm Shop just outside Lundin Links. The shop includes quality butcher meat, fresh fruit and veg and tasty farm ingredients. Blacketyside Farm Shop has a 5 star review on Euan’s Guide for good parking and welcoming staff. It’s the perfect place to gather food for a seaside or garden picnic!

Paradise at the quayside

Head around the coast to the picturesque fishing village of Anstruther where you can sit overlooking the harbour. Have your binoculars at the ready as seals and puffins can sometimes be spotted in the distance. The Quayside has a 4 star review on Euan’s Guide for its level access and nearby spacious toilet.

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Award-winning cuisine and a fabulous cocktail bar

St. Andrews is a popular town and a great food and drink destination. Swing by this great location to try restaurants like The Adamson, Scottish Restaurant of the Year 2015, which has a 5 star review on Euan’s Guide. More than just a restaurant, The Adamson is also a stylish cocktail bar, and according to one of our reviewers it has plenty of room around the tables and a great accessible toilet.

Old cinemas make the best theatres

A trip to the theatre is a great way to spend an evening when on holiday. Head to the Alhambra Theatre in Dunfermline to catch some live music and entertaining performances. This converted cinema has a 4 star review on Euan’s Guide for its good wheelchair access and large accessible toilet.

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Fife Five history hot spots

Visit the places where history left its mark! Immerse yourself in ancient tales of people and places. Follow in the footsteps of royal history, experience the favourite places of Mary Queen of Scots and journey pilgrims’ travels. Be inspired by Outlander, see medieval masterpieces and don’t forget to share your historic tales.

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The Wild Fife Five to spot

Heard of the Famous Five? Well here’s Fife’s wildlife famous five for you to spot throughout the seasons on land, sea and on the skyline when you’re out and about. Comical puffins on the Isle of May, soaring sea eagles and colourful dragonflies. Look out in autumn for scurrying squirrels on the red squirrel trail in Devilla Forest and cute seals along the Tentsmuir shoreline.

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Fife Five things to do under a fiver

Creating memories doesn’t have to cost the earth. There are so many fun things to do in Fife from beach days, park days, inside days in funky places and outdoor walks in really special places you might not think of! You really can have fun without breaking the bank!

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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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