Kirkton Wood

Wood, Forest in Fife

Scotland

Kirkton Wood

Old bridge at Morton Lochs Bridge over the old trackbed of the railway line at the Morton Lochs Car Park.
Old bridge at Morton Lochs Credit: Scott Cormie

Kirkton Wood is a picturesque forest located in the region of Fife, Scotland. Spanning over a vast area, the wood is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The wood is predominantly made up of dense, towering trees, including a variety of native species such as oak, beech, and birch. These trees provide a rich canopy that filters sunlight, creating a pleasant and shaded environment for visitors. The forest floor is covered with a lush carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to its natural beauty.

Traversing through Kirkton Wood, there are numerous well-maintained trails that wind their way through the forest. These paths offer visitors the opportunity to explore the wood at their own pace, taking in the sights and sounds of the surrounding wildlife. Along the way, one may encounter a diverse range of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds.

Kirkton Wood is not only a haven for flora and fauna but also a place of historical significance. Within the wood, there are remnants of ancient settlements, including stone circles and burial mounds, dating back thousands of years. These archaeological sites provide a glimpse into the rich history of the area and add an additional layer of intrigue to the wood.

Overall, Kirkton Wood is a magical and enchanting place, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. Whether it's for a leisurely stroll, a bird-watching expedition, or simply to appreciate the beauty of the surroundings, Kirkton Wood is a must-visit destination in Fife.

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Kirkton Wood Images

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Old bridge at Morton Lochs Bridge over the old trackbed of the railway line at the Morton Lochs Car Park.
Old bridge at Morton Lochs
Bridge over the old trackbed of the railway line at the Morton Lochs Car Park.
Vicarsford Cemetery from the north
Vicarsford Cemetery from the north
Houses of straw Tall structures of straw cubes at the B945.
Houses of straw
Tall structures of straw cubes at the B945.
Fields near Pickletillum Pickletillum Inn is no more, but the small car park next to the place where it once was offers a chance to take a picture of the extensive fields that dominate the western side of this square.
Fields near Pickletillum
Pickletillum Inn is no more, but the small car park next to the place where it once was offers a chance to take a picture of the extensive fields that dominate the western side of this square.
Drumoig golf course View from an elevated viewpoint next to the club house over the golf course.
Drumoig golf course
View from an elevated viewpoint next to the club house over the golf course.
Forgan Church Peaceful old ruined Church tucked away on a minor road.
Forgan Church
Peaceful old ruined Church tucked away on a minor road.
Craigie Hill Rough grassland hill, now with a golf course. Picture shows the green keeper's tools of trade, at a business devoted to golf course maintenance.  A useful niche in this part of the country.
Craigie Hill
Rough grassland hill, now with a golf course. Picture shows the green keeper's tools of trade, at a business devoted to golf course maintenance. A useful niche in this part of the country.
Craigie Grain store and farm buildings. Arable farm in the flatlands behind Tentsmuir dunes.
Craigie
Grain store and farm buildings. Arable farm in the flatlands behind Tentsmuir dunes.
Drainage, Rhynd. Behind the forested dunes at Tentsmuir is a large area of flat land used for arable farming. Once a railway ran this way, and its ditch still drains the land. Looking northward.
Drainage, Rhynd.
Behind the forested dunes at Tentsmuir is a large area of flat land used for arable farming. Once a railway ran this way, and its ditch still drains the land. Looking northward.
Newly planted, Kirkland. Looking eastward across the arable plain behind Tentsmuir Forest. Field newly planted, with the forest on the horizon.
Newly planted, Kirkland.
Looking eastward across the arable plain behind Tentsmuir Forest. Field newly planted, with the forest on the horizon.
Kirkton A harvested field on the slopes above the flatlands of Tentsmuir. Looking north.
Kirkton
A harvested field on the slopes above the flatlands of Tentsmuir. Looking north.
Kirkton Barns Arable land, with bales still out on a hillside above Forgan Church.
Kirkton Barns
Arable land, with bales still out on a hillside above Forgan Church.
Easter Friarton Farmhouse at the end of a muddy lane. Looking northwards. The house is clad in Wisteria, which for a short time in autumn gives a glorious colour show.
Easter Friarton
Farmhouse at the end of a muddy lane. Looking northwards. The house is clad in Wisteria, which for a short time in autumn gives a glorious colour show.
Tattie field, Easter Friarton. Potatoes are a common crop in Fife. This field has been prepared for harvest by spraying with sulphuric acid. The acid kills the foliage making mechanical lifting of the tubers easy and reducing the risk of contamination by the toxic foliage. Looking west.
Tattie field, Easter Friarton.
Potatoes are a common crop in Fife. This field has been prepared for harvest by spraying with sulphuric acid. The acid kills the foliage making mechanical lifting of the tubers easy and reducing the risk of contamination by the toxic foliage. Looking west.
Pickletillum Inn The public house is the main feature of the tiny hamlet of Pickletillem (spelling different from the pub!) which is on the A914 between Dundee and Cupar.
Pickletillum Inn
The public house is the main feature of the tiny hamlet of Pickletillem (spelling different from the pub!) which is on the A914 between Dundee and Cupar.
Morton Lochs, Tayport This is the north loch at Morton Lochs. This is a Scottish Natural Heritage nature reserve with hides to allow the wildlife to be observed.
Morton Lochs, Tayport
This is the north loch at Morton Lochs. This is a Scottish Natural Heritage nature reserve with hides to allow the wildlife to be observed.
Old Forgan Graveyard
Old Forgan Graveyard
Old Burial ground Southern wall of old burial ground just south of Morton House
Old Burial ground
Southern wall of old burial ground just south of Morton House
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Kirkton Wood is located at Grid Ref: NO4425 (Lat: 56.42017, Lng: -2.8933758)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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