Buckhaven

Settlement in Fife

Scotland

Buckhaven

Shore at Macduff's Castle At East Wemyss, below the ruins of the Earl of Fife&#039;s stronghold. the coastal path passes caves (Gaelic - uamh, hence the name Wemyss).
<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MacDuff%27s_Castle" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MacDuff%27s_Castle">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Shore at Macduff's Castle Credit: Colin Smith

Buckhaven is a town located on the east coast of Scotland, in the Kingdom of Fife. It is situated approximately 10 miles north of the town of Kirkcaldy and 10 miles south of the city of Dundee. With a population of around 15,000 people, Buckhaven is one of the larger settlements in the area.

The town has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back thousands of years. In the 19th century, Buckhaven became a prominent fishing village, known for its thriving fishing industry. However, with the decline of fishing in the 20th century, the town underwent significant economic changes.

Today, Buckhaven is a primarily residential area, with a mix of modern housing developments and traditional stone-built houses. The town also boasts a range of amenities and facilities, including several primary and secondary schools, a leisure center, and a library.

Buckhaven benefits from its coastal location, with stunning views across the Firth of Forth. Nearby, the Wemyss Caves are a popular tourist attraction, providing a glimpse into the area's prehistoric past.

Transport links in Buckhaven are well-developed, with regular bus services connecting the town to surrounding areas. The nearby A955 road provides access to both Kirkcaldy and Dundee, making it convenient for commuters.

Overall, Buckhaven is a charming town with a rich history, beautiful coastal scenery, and a close-knit community.

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Buckhaven Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.171029/-3.034086 or Grid Reference NT3598. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shore at Macduff's Castle

At East Wemyss, below the ruins of the Earl of Fife's stronghold. the coastal path passes caves (Gaelic - uamh, hence the name Wemyss). Link

Colin Smith

Steps from the shore

The Fife Coastal Path has a few ups and downs along its length. This is one of the ups for east-bound walkers, near the ruins of Macduff's Castle and above the East Wemyss caves with their Pictish drawings.

James Allan

Recycled sarcophagus

The constructor of this wall alongside Macduff's Castle appears to have made use of a stone coffin as part of his building materials.

James Allan

Approaching Buckhaven

From the Fife Coastal Path.

James Allan

Ascent into Buckhaven

Broad steps on the Fife Coastal Path as it nears the outskirts of Buckhaven.

James Allan

Carpet warehouse

This building on Randolph Street, Buckhaven looks as though it was built for something other than its current function as a carpet warehouse. The Fife Coastal Path goes along this street.

James Allan

Buckhaven Baptist Church

On College Street, Buckhaven which forms a not very coastal section of the Fife Coastal Path.

James Allan

Modern hospital

A recent extension to the Raldolph Wemyss Memorial Hospital in Buckhaven. A distinct architectural contrast to the older hospital next door NT3698 : Randolph Wemyss Hospital, Buckhaven.

James Allan

Fife Energy Park

The main hangar/workshop where manufacture and assembly of wind turbines, wave energy equipment and tidal power plant is carried out.

James Allan

Coloured concrete

Alongside the Fife Energy Park there is a vast coloured explanatory open-air map display showing the amounts of wind, wave and tidal power theoretically available around the British Isles.

James Allan

High-rise in Methill

Blocks of apartments, currently undergoing refurbishment.

James Allan

Lower Methill

The entrance to the village alongside Methill Docks.

James Allan

Arable land near Windygates

Looking over cereals towards Cameron Hospital.

Richard Webb

Methilhill

Sign on the way into Methilhill.

Richard Webb

Shop, Laburnum Road, Methil

Richard Webb

Site of Methil station

The station on the Wemyss and Buckhaven Railway was situated here. There was a dispute with the Wemyss Estate who unhappy with the coal hauling services of the North British Railway went and built their own line to Methil Docks.

Richard Webb