Nature & Wildlife
Eco
Enjoy some eco-friendly activities in Fife's wonderful natural environment.
Whether you enjoy a good walk outdoors or foraging for wild berries, there are lots of eco-friendly activities you can do in Fife.
Lots of places in Fife host events and workshops where you can get out and enjoy the great outdoors. Why not try something a little different such as conservation work, sustainable gardening workshops, beach cleaning, wildlife spotting or food foraging? Check out our 'nature and wellbeing' category on our 'what's on' page here.
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Fife Coastal Path - Cambo Sands to Leuchars
Cambo Sands to Leuchars 12 miles/19.3km Click here for a map of the route Like all the sections of the Fife Coastal Path this can be cut into shorter walks. The Cambo Sands (also known as Kingsbarns Beach) to Leuchars part of the Fife Coastal Path follows a beautiful stretch of coa...
The Ecology Centre
Welcome to The Ecology Centre Find us in stunning grounds by Kinghorn Loch in Fife where we actively use nature and the environment as a tool to improve quality of life. Corporate & Business Services Meetings, seminars and training facilities. Team Building Events Volunteering Oppo...
Earthship Fife Visitor Centre
The Earthship Fife Visitor Centre is Scotland’s first Earthship, and the first to be built in the UK. The Visitor Centre is a demonstration building where Earthship technology and approaches can be seen first hand. ...
Tentsmuir National Nature Reserve
Tentsmuir is a magical combination of forest trails that dip and weave between tall trees and open sand dunes that change constantly with the wind and tides. ...
Eden Estuary
The third oldest Local Nature Reserve in Scotland and a site of Special Scientific Interest, Eden Estuary reserve is made up of rich inter-tidal mud and sand flats and is home to millions of tiny plants and animals.
Fife Coastal Path - Limekilns to Burntisland
Limekilns to Burntisland 12 miles or 19.3 km Click here for a map of the route Like all the sections of the Fife Coastal Path this can be cut into shorter walks. Iconic views, nature reserves and WWII military history can be found on this 17 mile/27.4km section o...
Bunnet Stane
The Bunnet Stane (or bonnet stone) is a rock formation near the hamlet of Gateside. It sits upon one of the calciferous sandstone outcrops that exist around the base of the Lomond Hills.
St Andrews Walks
There are lots of interesting walks in and around St Andrews, taking in the historic town, the stunning coastline and beautiful countryside.
Fife Coastal Path - Leuchars to Wormit Bay
Leuchars to Wormit Bay 16 miles or 25.8 km Click here for a map of the route Like all the sections of the Fife Coastal Path this can be cut into shorter walks. This section of the Fife Coastal Path is 16 miles (25.8 km) long through some wonderful scenic areas. Allow 6 - 7 ho...
Lomond Hills Regional Park
The Lomond Hills are Fife's most prominent landmarks and the centre of over 25 square miles of moorland, lochs and farmland. West Lomond is Fife's highest point at 1713 ft, so worth the climb for the stunning views!
Dalbeath Marsh
Dalbeath Marsh is a small, yet surprisingly diverse nature reserve, with a pond in the centre that supports a variety of wetland birds.
Falkland Estate
Once a hunting ground for Stuart Kings & Queens, the estate is now a working landscape of upland pasture, farm and forest with pleasure walks. Thanks to much conservation effort, you can retrace royal footsteps on this fascinating and historic land....
St Andrews West Sands
A Seaside Award beach in St Andrews next to the iconic Old Course.
Isle of May National Nature Reserve
The Isle of May National Nature Reserve (NNR) lies on the east coast of Scotland, in the entrance of the Firth of Forth. For its small size it has a tremendous variety of wildlife and is renowned for its rich bird life, seals and reefs.
The Morris Building
The Morris Building is a new centralised storage facility for St Andrews Links Trust together with supporting Office Accommodation. It sits behind the first green of the Balgove Course.
Devilla Forest
Mainly Scots pine, Devilla Forest has extensive walking and cycling routes which are mainly flat, so great for kids.
Fife Coastal Path - Kincardine to Limekilns
11 miles or 17.5 kms Click here for a map of the route Like all the sections of the Fife Coastal Path this can be cut into shorter walks. The Kincardine to Limekilns section is a curious blend of modern industry, cultural heritage, valued nature reserve and iconic bridges....
Dreel Meadow
A small site, but a nice burn side stroll and/or wildlife spotting site. Dreel Meadow is principally a wet grassland habitat bordering Dreel Burn.
Pillars of Hercules
Growing organically since 1983, Pillars of Hercules is a popular vegetarian cafe and farm shop. If you're in the Falkland area it's well worth a visit.
