Tuilyies

Heritage Site in Fife

Scotland

Tuilyies

Main Street, Newmills
Main Street, Newmills Credit: David Brown

Tuilyies, located in Fife, Scotland, is a historically significant site that holds great importance in the region's heritage. The site is home to a collection of standing stones, which are believed to date back to the Neolithic era, around 3000 BC. These stones, known as the Tuilyies Stones, are a testament to the ancient civilizations that once inhabited the area.

The Tuilyies Stones are arranged in a circular formation, with the largest stone standing at approximately 2.7 meters tall. The purpose of these stones remains somewhat of a mystery, with theories ranging from religious rituals to astronomical observations. However, their significance as a cultural and historical artifact cannot be denied.

In addition to the standing stones, Tuilyies also features a burial mound, known as a cairn, which is believed to be from the Bronze Age. Excavations in the past have uncovered human remains and other artifacts, shedding light on the practices and customs of the people who lived in the area thousands of years ago.

The site is open to the public, allowing visitors to explore and appreciate the ancient history of Tuilyies. Interpretive panels provide information about the site's significance, offering a glimpse into the lives of the people who once inhabited the area. Tuilyies serves as a valuable educational resource, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the past and learn about the rich heritage of Fife.

Overall, Tuilyies is a fascinating heritage site that showcases the ancient history of Fife. The standing stones and burial mound provide a tangible link to the past, offering a unique insight into the lives and customs of the people who once called this area home.

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Tuilyies Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.062/-3.567 or Grid Reference NT0286. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Main Street, Newmills
Main Street, Newmills
A985 north of Newmills, Fife
A985 north of Newmills, Fife
Garden and fields at Inzievar
Garden and fields at Inzievar
Stubble near Oakley
Stubble near Oakley
Torry Bay Bird Hide Part of an artistic bird hide on the edge of one of the ash lagoons of Torry Bay Nature Reserve near Culross in Fife.
Torry Bay Bird Hide
Part of an artistic bird hide on the edge of one of the ash lagoons of Torry Bay Nature Reserve near Culross in Fife.
Bird Hide Detail Well this bird is not hiding very well! - One of the bird shaped openings for viewing on a bird hide at Torry Bay Nature Reserve near Culross Fife.
Bird Hide Detail
Well this bird is not hiding very well! - One of the bird shaped openings for viewing on a bird hide at Torry Bay Nature Reserve near Culross Fife.
Disused cottages at Bullions On the road to Crombie Point.
Disused cottages at Bullions
On the road to Crombie Point.
The view from Bullions Looking west across the Firth of Forth to Grangemouth.
The view from Bullions
Looking west across the Firth of Forth to Grangemouth.
Winter wheat near Bullions Looking north along the line of the power supply.
Winter wheat near Bullions
Looking north along the line of the power supply.
The road to Crombie Point Trees silhouetted against the clouds of storm Gertrude.
The road to Crombie Point
Trees silhouetted against the clouds of storm Gertrude.
Stubble field with trees Looking north from the road to Crombie Point.
Stubble field with trees
Looking north from the road to Crombie Point.
Footpath in Torry Bay Nature Reserve Looking east along part of the circular walk around the ash lagoons that comprise the Torry Bay Nature Reserve,
Footpath in Torry Bay Nature Reserve
Looking east along part of the circular walk around the ash lagoons that comprise the Torry Bay Nature Reserve,
Railway at Low Valleyfield Looking east along the line that serves Longannet Power Station. For an autumn view from the same spot 6 years earlier see Richard Webb's <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1881034">NT0086 : Railway, Low Valleyfield</a>.
Railway at Low Valleyfield
Looking east along the line that serves Longannet Power Station. For an autumn view from the same spot 6 years earlier see Richard Webb's NT0086 : Railway, Low Valleyfield.
Footpath and NCN sign at Valleyfield The Fife Coastal Path and NCN76 pass this way; Preston Island Circular goes round the perimeter [mostly] of the ash lagoons and Torry Bay Nature Reserve.
Footpath and NCN sign at Valleyfield
The Fife Coastal Path and NCN76 pass this way; Preston Island Circular goes round the perimeter [mostly] of the ash lagoons and Torry Bay Nature Reserve.
Torry Bay The marine part of the nature reserve. The fence is part of the ash lagoon boundary.
Torry Bay
The marine part of the nature reserve. The fence is part of the ash lagoon boundary.
Torry Pier The name on the map for the emergent rocks in Torry Bay, but I do not know if it has ever been part of such a structure.
Torry Pier
The name on the map for the emergent rocks in Torry Bay, but I do not know if it has ever been part of such a structure.
Torry Bay from near Preston Island Part of the complex of ash lagoons built up from the ash slurry from Longannet power station.
Torry Bay from near Preston Island
Part of the complex of ash lagoons built up from the ash slurry from Longannet power station.
Tuilyies Standing Stones The name "Tuilyies" is a corruption of the Scottish word "tulzie" signifying a fight. The stones are said to mark the graves of chieftains who died here in an alleged battle.
Tuilyies Standing Stones
The name "Tuilyies" is a corruption of the Scottish word "tulzie" signifying a fight. The stones are said to mark the graves of chieftains who died here in an alleged battle.
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Tuilyies is located at Grid Ref: NT0286 (Lat: 56.062, Lng: -3.567)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.062,-3.567
Torryburn
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Torryburn
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Power: pole
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