Coaltown of Burnturk

Settlement in Fife

Scotland

Coaltown of Burnturk

Farmland by Greenside, Drummy Wood Looking across much of the square in a north direction towards Rameldry. Much of the square to the South of this position is old woodland.
Farmland by Greenside, Drummy Wood Credit: Jim Bain

Coaltown of Burnturk is a small village located in the region of Fife, Scotland. Situated approximately five miles south of Cupar, it lies within the scenic landscape of the East Neuk of Fife. The village is part of the parish of Kilmany and is surrounded by picturesque countryside and rolling hills.

Historically, Coaltown of Burnturk was a coal mining community, deriving its name from the coal industry that once thrived in the area. However, the coal mines have long been closed, and the village has transformed into a quiet residential area with a close-knit community.

Despite its small size, the village offers a range of amenities to its residents. There is a local primary school, which serves the educational needs of the younger population. Other facilities include a village hall, a post office, and a pub, providing a focal point for social gatherings and events.

The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good road links to Cupar, St Andrews, and Dundee. This allows residents to access a wider range of services and employment opportunities within a short distance.

Coaltown of Burnturk benefits from its proximity to the beautiful Scottish countryside, offering residents the opportunity to enjoy walks, hikes, and outdoor activities. Additionally, the village is within easy reach of the stunning coastline of the East Neuk, known for its charming fishing villages and sandy beaches.

Overall, Coaltown of Burnturk provides a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle, with the convenience of nearby towns and cities.

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Coaltown of Burnturk Images

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Farmland by Greenside, Drummy Wood Looking across much of the square in a north direction towards Rameldry. Much of the square to the South of this position is old woodland.
Farmland by Greenside, Drummy Wood
Looking across much of the square in a north direction towards Rameldry. Much of the square to the South of this position is old woodland.
By Rameldry Rough grazing, burn, ploughed field and woodland all by Rameldry. Looking East towards the mist covered slopes of Clatto Hill 248mts
By Rameldry
Rough grazing, burn, ploughed field and woodland all by Rameldry. Looking East towards the mist covered slopes of Clatto Hill 248mts
Kettlehill Farm Looking out SW across the square. The mist covered Lomonds in the background.
Kettlehill Farm
Looking out SW across the square. The mist covered Lomonds in the background.
Burnside by Burnturk A steep hillside cut by this small burn. Looking North towards Pitlessie.
Burnside by Burnturk
A steep hillside cut by this small burn. Looking North towards Pitlessie.
Old workings by a burn High up on the burnside these old workings of some sort are grown over. An old road line can be seen above.
Old workings by a burn
High up on the burnside these old workings of some sort are grown over. An old road line can be seen above.
By Middlefield Midway between Rameldry Farm and Middlefield cross roads
By Middlefield
Midway between Rameldry Farm and Middlefield cross roads
Kingskettle Cemetery The Lomond Hills form the background skyline
Kingskettle Cemetery
The Lomond Hills form the background skyline
Coaltown of Burnturk There are many Fife villages known as 'Coaltown' of this or that. They were originally mining villages, but none of the pits or mines now remain active.
Coaltown of Burnturk
There are many Fife villages known as 'Coaltown' of this or that. They were originally mining villages, but none of the pits or mines now remain active.
Burnturk Farm From the corner of the farm road
Burnturk Farm
From the corner of the farm road
Mill buildings The working part of Ramornie Mill
Mill buildings
The working part of Ramornie Mill
Fronthill Farm Situated a little up Cults Hill from Burnturk
Fronthill Farm
Situated a little up Cults Hill from Burnturk
Burnturk Cottages Situated behind (south-east of) Burnturk Farm, seen in the background
Burnturk Cottages
Situated behind (south-east of) Burnturk Farm, seen in the background
Telecom masts Erected on top of a 242 m hill near Downfield Farm.
Telecom masts
Erected on top of a 242 m hill near Downfield Farm.
Downfield Farm Road Private road to the farm
Downfield Farm Road
Private road to the farm
Conifer plantation Cpommercial forestry plantation beside Upper Bunzion
Conifer plantation
Cpommercial forestry plantation beside Upper Bunzion
Timber A felled tree beside a footpath near Kettlehill, with the Lomond Hills in the background.
Timber
A felled tree beside a footpath near Kettlehill, with the Lomond Hills in the background.
Parkwell Cottage Abandoned and ruinous cottage, possibly associated with old coal workings in the neighbourhood.
Parkwell Cottage
Abandoned and ruinous cottage, possibly associated with old coal workings in the neighbourhood.
Rameldry Mill With some poultry in a front garden undergoing serious renovation.
Rameldry Mill
With some poultry in a front garden undergoing serious renovation.
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Coaltown of Burnturk is located at Grid Ref: NO3207 (Lat: 56.254776, Lng: -3.084847)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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Post Box
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Book Swap
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