Boreland

Settlement in Fife

Scotland

Boreland

Mosaic swans A flat concrete surface, probably a relic of bygone industry, has recently been transformed into this colourful pair of swans amid the waves by the artistic use of beach pebbles, sea shells and paint. — Mosaic swans Credit: James Allan

Boreland is a small village located in the county of Fife, Scotland. Situated approximately six miles northwest of the town of Dunfermline, it is nestled amidst picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil rural setting. The village is part of the civil parish of Saline and is surrounded by charming farmlands and rolling hills.

With a population of around 200 people, Boreland is known for its close-knit community and friendly atmosphere. The village primarily consists of traditional stone-built houses, some of which date back several centuries, giving it a sense of historical character. The nearby Boreland Loch enhances the village's natural beauty, providing a serene spot for fishing or leisurely walks.

Although Boreland is a relatively small settlement, it benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. The town of Dunfermline is easily accessible, offering a range of amenities including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. Additionally, Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city, is only a short drive away, allowing for convenient access to a wider range of services and entertainment options.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Boreland offers ample opportunities for exploration and recreation. The surrounding countryside is dotted with walking trails, perfect for taking in the stunning Scottish scenery. Nearby attractions include the beautiful Loch Leven and the historic Dunfermline Abbey, which is a significant cultural and historical site.

In conclusion, Boreland in Fife is a charming village that provides a peaceful and picturesque place to live. Its close community, beautiful countryside, and convenient location make it an appealing destination for those seeking a rural lifestyle within reach of urban amenities.

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Boreland Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.137345/-3.122492 or Grid Reference NT3094. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mosaic swans

A flat concrete surface, probably a relic of bygone industry, has recently been transformed into this colourful pair of swans amid the waves by the artistic use of beach pebbles, sea shells and paint.

James Allan

As solid as a rock

Parts of this cliff are less than stable.

James Allan

Lobster pots

A pile of pots below the cliff. Round here both lobsters and partans (edible crabs) are caught in these contraptions.

James Allan

Cottage and tower

At the west end of Chapel Gardens.

James Allan

Harbour tunnel

The Fife Coastal Path is routed through this small tunnel to the west of Dysart Harbour.

James Allan

Harbour mouth

Of Dysart Harbour, looking towards Kirkcaldy.

James Allan

West Wemyss Harbour

Euan Nelson

Dysart Harbour

The inner harbour dries at low water, but when the tide is high, as here, the small craft are all afloat. The outer harbour is used by a host of pleasure craft and a number of small fishing vessels. The harbour is leased to Dysart Sailing Club.

Bob Jones

Dysart inner harbour

The inner harbour dries out at low water and the craft moored here will all be aground.

Bob Jones

Beautifully renovated housing at Pan Ha' in Dysart

Originally the homes of the salt panners of the 18th. and 19th. centuries.

James Denham

Ruined 16th. century tower-house at West Wemyss

Built near a long gone chapel, the tower was built on to the old manse and was home to David, 2nd. Earl of Wemyss lived there, with his wife Anna, from 1635 until her death in 1649. The tower, sometimes known in the past as West Wemyss Castle, is situated adjacent to the Wemyss family burial ground.

James Denham

Dysart Harbour

"I came to myself in darkness, in great pain, bound hand and foot, and deafened by many unfamiliar noises. (...) The whole world now heaved giddily up, and now rushed giddily downward; and so sick and hurt was I in body, and my mind so much confounded, that it took me a long while, chasing my thoughts up and down, and ever stunned again by a fresh stab of pain, to realise that I must be lying somewhere bound in the belly of that unlucky ship, and that the wind must have strengthened to a gale. (...) I heard a gun fire, and supposed the storm had proved too strong for us, and we were firing signals of distress. The thought of deliverance, even by death in the deep sea, was welcome to me. Yet it was no such matter; but (as I was afterwards told) a common habit of the captain's, which I here set down to show that even the worst man may have his kindlier side. We were then passing, it appeared, within some miles of Dysart, where the brig was built, and where old Mrs. Hoseason, the captain's mother, had come some years before to live; and whether outward or inward bound, the Covenant was never suffered to go by that place by day, without a gun fired and colours shown." - R L Stevenson, Kidnapped 1886

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Dysart Harbour

kim traynor

Dysart Harbour

"But the little fishing towns were generally disagreeable to pass, from the strong smell of the haddocks and whitings that were hung up to dry on lines along the sides of the houses from one end of the village to the other; and such numbers of half-naked children, but fresh-coloured, strong, and healthy, I think are not to be met with in the inland towns. Some will have their numbers and strength to be the effects of shellfish." -- Cpt. Edmund Burt, Letters from A Gentleman in the North of Scotland, 1754

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