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Gowkhall

Settlement in Fife

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Gowkhall

Stubble field at Carnock Moor
Stubble field at Carnock Moor Credit: M J Richardson

Gowkhall is a small village located in Fife, Scotland. It is situated approximately 2 miles north of Dunfermline and has a population of around 1,000 residents. The village is known for its picturesque surroundings, with rolling hills and lush green countryside.

Gowkhall has a rich history, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was originally a farming community, but has since evolved into a residential area with a mix of housing styles, from traditional stone cottages to modern developments.

The village has a primary school, community center, and a few local shops and amenities, making it a convenient place to live. There are also several parks and green spaces in Gowkhall, providing residents with opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Overall, Gowkhall is a charming village with a strong sense of community and a peaceful, rural atmosphere. Its proximity to larger towns like Dunfermline makes it a popular choice for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life while still having access to amenities and services.

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Gowkhall Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.084788/-3.526343 or Grid Reference NT0589. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stubble field at Carnock Moor
Stubble field at Carnock Moor
Carnock Moor Farmland rising gently to woodland on the higher ground of the moor.
Carnock Moor
Farmland rising gently to woodland on the higher ground of the moor.
Scottish Water tanks at Glassiebarns
Scottish Water tanks at Glassiebarns
The Tankhouse, Craigluscar A residential conversion of what was presumably a waterworks building associated with the adjacent storage tanks.
The Tankhouse, Craigluscar
A residential conversion of what was presumably a waterworks building associated with the adjacent storage tanks.
Newly sown field at Cowstrandburn No spilt grain, so no clues as to whether it is winter barley or wheat. With woodland on Carnock Moor beyond.
Newly sown field at Cowstrandburn
No spilt grain, so no clues as to whether it is winter barley or wheat. With woodland on Carnock Moor beyond.
Drumtuthill Road
Drumtuthill Road
Towards Loanhead Near Craigluscar.
Towards Loanhead
Near Craigluscar.
Stubble and Craigluscar Hills
Stubble and Craigluscar Hills
Stubble Towards Bonnar Law, a former opencast site
Stubble
Towards Bonnar Law, a former opencast site
Round bales, Milesmark
Round bales, Milesmark
Craigluscar Road, Milesmark
Craigluscar Road, Milesmark
Pylon, Milesmark
Pylon, Milesmark
Stubble, East Luscar
Stubble, East Luscar
Field near Carnock
Field near Carnock
Stirling and Dunfermline Railway trackbed Now a popular rails to trails conversion and very useful cyclepath.
Stirling and Dunfermline Railway trackbed
Now a popular rails to trails conversion and very useful cyclepath.
Stubble near Oakley
Stubble near Oakley
Rails to trails by Carnock The Dunfermline to Alloa railway trackbed is a long established cycle path.
Rails to trails by Carnock
The Dunfermline to Alloa railway trackbed is a long established cycle path.
Stubble and Dean Plantation View from the old railway trackbed.
Stubble and Dean Plantation
View from the old railway trackbed.
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Gowkhall is located at Grid Ref: NT0589 (Lat: 56.084788, Lng: -3.526343)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.084788,-3.526343
Gowkhall
Place: village
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q5590094
Wikipedia: en:Gowkhall
Lat/Long: 56.0848672/-3.5239416
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Power: tower
Lat/Long: 56.0805543/-3.5240809
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Bus Stop
Dean Ridge
Bench: yes
Bus: yes
Check Date Shelter: 2024-01-21
Lit: no
Passenger Information Display: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 56.0839526/-3.5220471
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Bus Stop
Dean Ridge
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Check Date Shelter: 2024-01-21
Lit: no
Passenger Information Display: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 56.083793/-3.5216492
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 56.0838507/-3.5208129
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 56.0838387/-3.5209224
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 56.0853547/-3.5204813
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 56.0846979/-3.5258939
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 11:30; Sa 11:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: KY12 157
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Lat/Long: 56.0838348/-3.5202845
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.0826788/-3.5271178
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.0830966/-3.5271157
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.0837559/-3.5270952
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.0843683/-3.5270788
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