Crombie

Settlement in Fife

Scotland

Crombie

A985 eastbound
A985 eastbound Credit: Alpin Stewart

Crombie is a small village located in the county of Fife, Scotland. Situated on the northern shore of the Firth of Forth, this coastal settlement offers picturesque views and a tranquil atmosphere. The village is part of the parish of Torryburn and lies approximately 3 miles west of Dunfermline, one of the largest towns in Fife.

Crombie is primarily a residential area with a population of around 500 people. The village is known for its close-knit community and friendly atmosphere. The architecture in Crombie is a mix of traditional stone cottages and modern houses, giving the area a charming appeal.

A highlight of Crombie is its beautiful beach, which stretches along the coastline and offers stunning vistas across the Firth of Forth. The beach is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, with opportunities for seaside walks, picnics, and even water sports such as kayaking and windsurfing.

Crombie also boasts a small harbor, which adds to the village's maritime character. The harbor is home to a number of fishing boats and provides a pleasant backdrop for leisurely strolls along the waterfront.

Despite its small size, Crombie has a strong sense of community and offers basic amenities such as a local convenience store and a primary school. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, residents can easily access nearby towns like Dunfermline or explore the wider attractions of Fife.

Overall, Crombie is a charming coastal village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, making it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a quiet retreat by the sea.

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Crombie Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.047979/-3.528004 or Grid Reference NT0484. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A985 eastbound
A985 eastbound
A985 at Waukmill, Fife
A985 at Waukmill, Fife
A985 approaching Crombie, Fife
A985 approaching Crombie, Fife
DMC Crombie
DMC Crombie
Cranes on the pier at Defence Munitions, Crombie The Ochil Hills rise behind. Seen from the northern terrace at Hopetoun House.
Cranes on the pier at Defence Munitions, Crombie
The Ochil Hills rise behind. Seen from the northern terrace at Hopetoun House.
DMC Crombie A Royal Navy Fleet Auxiliary loading berth.
DMC Crombie
A Royal Navy Fleet Auxiliary loading berth.
Rocks Road, Charlestown
Rocks Road, Charlestown
Old Lime Kiln, Charlestown
Old Lime Kiln, Charlestown
Railway Bridge, Broomhall Estate From this angle you are hard-put to make out a bridge of any description.
Railway Bridge, Broomhall Estate
From this angle you are hard-put to make out a bridge of any description.
Railway Bridge, Charlestown Line Bridge over the disused Charlestown railway line.
Railway Bridge, Charlestown Line
Bridge over the disused Charlestown railway line.
Old Railway Sidings You can just make out the remains of a railway platform in the undergrowth, possibly a loading stage for the whinstone quarry that used to be worked near here.
Old Railway Sidings
You can just make out the remains of a railway platform in the undergrowth, possibly a loading stage for the whinstone quarry that used to be worked near here.
Entrance to Pitliver Estate
Entrance to Pitliver Estate
Old Bit of Road At some point the A985 was straightened out a bit and this bit of road got left behind.
Old Bit of Road
At some point the A985 was straightened out a bit and this bit of road got left behind.
Old Railway Crossing One of the access roads to Broomhall estate crosses the former Charlestown railway line. Last operations on the line date from around 1993, by which time operations into the military depot at Crombie were more important than hauling lime from the kilns at Charlestown.
Old Railway Crossing
One of the access roads to Broomhall estate crosses the former Charlestown railway line. Last operations on the line date from around 1993, by which time operations into the military depot at Crombie were more important than hauling lime from the kilns at Charlestown.
Another Old Bit of Road A bit of the old road left behind when the A985 was straightened out some years ago.
Another Old Bit of Road
A bit of the old road left behind when the A985 was straightened out some years ago.
Footpath to Crombie
Footpath to Crombie
Fore shore at Crombie Point The western boundary of the Defence Munitions Depot at Crombie on the north shore of the Firth of Forth.
Fore shore at Crombie Point
The western boundary of the Defence Munitions Depot at Crombie on the north shore of the Firth of Forth.
Crombie Point Looking across the Firth of Forth to Bo'ness and Grangemouth. A grey day - storm Gertrude was still passing through, although the water seemed relatively undisturbed.
Crombie Point
Looking across the Firth of Forth to Bo'ness and Grangemouth. A grey day - storm Gertrude was still passing through, although the water seemed relatively undisturbed.
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Crombie is located at Grid Ref: NT0484 (Lat: 56.047979, Lng: -3.528004)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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