Woodhead

Wood, Forest in Fife

Scotland

Woodhead

The A91 near Lizziewells and Drumley
The A91 near Lizziewells and Drumley Credit: Mark Anderson

Woodhead is a small village located in the region of Fife, Scotland. Situated within a picturesque setting, the village derives its name from its historic association with woodlands and forests. Nestled amidst rolling hills and lush greenery, Woodhead offers a tranquil and idyllic environment for residents and visitors alike.

The village is characterized by its charming rural architecture, with traditional stone houses dotting the landscape. The community is tight-knit and friendly, fostering a sense of warmth and unity among its inhabitants. The village is home to a small population, primarily engaged in agriculture and forestry-related activities.

Woodhead boasts an abundance of natural beauty, with the surrounding forests providing opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Residents and visitors can explore the woodland trails and enjoy leisurely walks or adventurous hikes. The area is also a haven for birdwatchers, as numerous species of birds can be spotted within the lush foliage.

Despite its rural setting, Woodhead offers essential amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. A local grocery store provides everyday necessities, while a charming village pub serves as a meeting point for locals and visitors to socialize and unwind.

Woodhead's close proximity to nearby towns and cities allows for easy access to additional services and recreational activities. The village is well-connected by road networks, ensuring convenient travel options for those wishing to explore the wider Fife region.

In summary, Woodhead is a serene village nestled within the natural beauty of Fife, offering a peaceful and charming retreat for those seeking a rural escape.

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Woodhead Images

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The A91 near Lizziewells and Drumley
The A91 near Lizziewells and Drumley
Abdie old kirk The 13th Century kirk is a scheduled monument (SM825 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/SM825" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/SM825">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> ) but the listing provides no details  whatsoever.  Thankfully, the Canmore listing (30063  <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/30063/abdie-old-parish-kirk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/30063/abdie-old-parish-kirk">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> ) comes to the rescue with a very detailed description.    The church was abandoned and soon fell into ruin when the replacement kirk was built a few hundred metres to the north east in 1827.
Abdie old kirk
The 13th Century kirk is a scheduled monument (SM825 LinkExternal link ) but the listing provides no details whatsoever. Thankfully, the Canmore listing (30063 LinkExternal link ) comes to the rescue with a very detailed description. The church was abandoned and soon fell into ruin when the replacement kirk was built a few hundred metres to the north east in 1827.
Buildings at the entrance to Abdie old kirk The farther building is said to be a " session/offertory house" and the nearer is a "hearse or gig-house and loft".    The ensemble is B-listed (LB2561 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2561" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2561">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> ).   An enormous yew tree looms behind them.
Buildings at the entrance to Abdie old kirk
The farther building is said to be a " session/offertory house" and the nearer is a "hearse or gig-house and loft". The ensemble is B-listed (LB2561 LinkExternal link ). An enormous yew tree looms behind them.
Balfour-Napier monument, Abdie old kirk Arms of Balfour of Denmiln (Or, on a chevron sable between three trefoils slipped vert an otter's head erased argent) impaling Napier (Argent a saltire engrailed between four roses gules barbed vert)  commemorating the marriage between Michael Balfour and Katherine Napier sometime before 1652, when Katherine died.   The memorial is almost completely eroded but the arms at least were more discernible in 1930 and their details were entered into the  ‘Inventory of Monuments and Constructions in the Counties of Five, Kinross, and Clackmannan', published by RCAHMS (the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland) published in 1933,
Balfour-Napier monument, Abdie old kirk
Arms of Balfour of Denmiln (Or, on a chevron sable between three trefoils slipped vert an otter's head erased argent) impaling Napier (Argent a saltire engrailed between four roses gules barbed vert) commemorating the marriage between Michael Balfour and Katherine Napier sometime before 1652, when Katherine died. The memorial is almost completely eroded but the arms at least were more discernible in 1930 and their details were entered into the ‘Inventory of Monuments and Constructions in the Counties of Five, Kinross, and Clackmannan', published by RCAHMS (the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland) published in 1933,
Stubble, Cairneyhall A field beside the Loch of Lindores.
Stubble, Cairneyhall
A field beside the Loch of Lindores.
Piers, Lindores Loch Fishing boats tied up at the end of the season.
Piers, Lindores Loch
Fishing boats tied up at the end of the season.
Lindores Loch
Lindores Loch
Gate on Collessie to Lindores Loch path This path, not shown on the OS maps of the area, connects Collessie to Lindores Loch and is one of the way marked Fife Corepaths. West Lomond Hill is in the background, approximately 7 miles away as the crow flies
Gate on Collessie to Lindores Loch path
This path, not shown on the OS maps of the area, connects Collessie to Lindores Loch and is one of the way marked Fife Corepaths. West Lomond Hill is in the background, approximately 7 miles away as the crow flies
Railway Bridge near Cairneyhall Farm The railway (Perth to Edinburgh line) goes over a farm track that joins the Newburgh to Collessie road near the southern end of Lindores Loch
Railway Bridge near Cairneyhall Farm
The railway (Perth to Edinburgh line) goes over a farm track that joins the Newburgh to Collessie road near the southern end of Lindores Loch
Strange enclosure near Woodmill Mains This is one side of an enclosure fenced with railway sleepers, perhaps 30-35 each side flanking a single track road width of concreted level ground. All of it is in a poor state now. The enclosure is just off a track opposite Woodmill Mains. Considering its age and construction it may have been something to do with the railway that is immediately adjacent the nearby Newburgh to Collessie road.
Strange enclosure near Woodmill Mains
This is one side of an enclosure fenced with railway sleepers, perhaps 30-35 each side flanking a single track road width of concreted level ground. All of it is in a poor state now. The enclosure is just off a track opposite Woodmill Mains. Considering its age and construction it may have been something to do with the railway that is immediately adjacent the nearby Newburgh to Collessie road.
Goldenloch, by Lindores, Fife Goldenloch, also referred to as The Golden Loch, is a fishery nestled near Abdie and Dunbog, by Lindores.
Goldenloch, by Lindores, Fife
Goldenloch, also referred to as The Golden Loch, is a fishery nestled near Abdie and Dunbog, by Lindores.
Golden Loch Golden Loch, viewed from the road to the south-west.
Golden Loch
Golden Loch, viewed from the road to the south-west.
Trig Pillar, Woodhead Hill The triangulation pillar on Woodhead Hill or Grange Hill, viewed from a clearing to the east.
Trig Pillar, Woodhead Hill
The triangulation pillar on Woodhead Hill or Grange Hill, viewed from a clearing to the east.
Track on east side of Woodhead Hill Track heading through a cleared section of woodland on the east side of Woodhead Hill.
Track on east side of Woodhead Hill
Track heading through a cleared section of woodland on the east side of Woodhead Hill.
Woodland path The track headed through the forest between Woodhead and Weddersbie Hills.
Woodland path
The track headed through the forest between Woodhead and Weddersbie Hills.
Red Myre The reed covered bogland of Red Myre.
Red Myre
The reed covered bogland of Red Myre.
Towards Auchtermuchty Common Looking over a field with Auchtermuchty Common in the distance along with West Lomond.
Towards Auchtermuchty Common
Looking over a field with Auchtermuchty Common in the distance along with West Lomond.
The road to Rossie The minor road heading past Rossie Cottages.
The road to Rossie
The minor road heading past Rossie Cottages.
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Woodhead is located at Grid Ref: NO2614 (Lat: 56.316365, Lng: -3.1947075)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.316365,-3.1947075
Weddersbie Hill
Ele: 195
Ele Ft: 642
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 56.3166753/-3.2006325
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.3179806/-3.1882756
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.3179463/-3.18948
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.3179301/-3.1909683
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