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Outdoor
For those who love to get outside as much
as possible, there’s lots to enjoy. Dunfermline
Public Park offers beautiful views of the Forth
Bridges, while the famous Pittencrieff Park is Renowned for its
a sprawling 76 acres of woodland, landscaped historic connection to
gardens and open green space.
music and theatre, the
Keen walkers can take advantage of several city offers a vibrant
picturesque routes around Dunfermline.
Closest is the 64-mile Fife Pilgrim Way, entertainment scene.
which offers stunning views over the Firth
of Forth and two routes which pass through
Dunfermline itself.

The West Fife Cycle Way is a family-friendly,
Bandstand in Dunfermline Public Park
eight-mile off-road cycle path that takes in Food & Drink
open countryside and wooded areas too.
You don’t need to travel into Edinburgh
to enjoy fantastic local food and drink –
Culture leisure centres scattered across the city, as Transport Dunfermline has abundant options on your
If you’re big on the arts, Dunfermline is an well as tennis clubs, martial arts studios, and Dunfermline is just three miles from the doorstep. Popular restaurants include Dhoom,
ideal place for you to indulge in your hobbies. an athletics centre, while Carnegie Leisure shores of the Firth of Forth, and 18 miles from The Carnock Inn, Fabric, Carlucci and Garvock
Renowned for its historic connection to Centre, in the city centre, offers not only a Edinburgh’s centre, so it’s ideal for commuting. House Hotel, or for a more casual lunch,
music and theatre, the city offers a vibrant gym and swimming pool, but also a squash there’s a huge variety of options, including the
entertainment scene and a selection of court, climbing wall and a soft play centre Driving into Edinburgh takes around 40 very popular Wynd Cafe.
galleries and museums. for children. minutes (traffic dependent), while there are
several options for those travelling by train.
The famed Alhambra Theatre and Carnegie Dunfermline Athletic is the local football Dunfermline City station is around a 35-minute
Hall both offer fantastic programmes of team, and you can snap up matchday tickets journey to Edinburgh Waverley, while there are
entertainment all year round, while lovers of to cheer them on at the home ground, East other train options including Halbeath Park &
art and design can visit the artists’ studios at End Park. Ride for those outside of the city centre.
Fire Station Creative. History buffs will love
soaking up the city’s past at the Andrew Close to Dunfermline, you’ll find Knockhill There’s a busy bus network offering options
Carnegie Birthplace Museum, and the Racing Circuit – Scotland’s National Motorsport across Fife and the Central Belt, so whether
Carnegie Library & Galleries. Centre. With karting, rally driving and even you’re commuting to work or having a day
supercar racing, there’s plenty for petrol out exploring, there’s a plethora of ways to get The Glen, Dunfermline
If you prefer retail therapy, the Kingsgate heads to enjoy. around the city.
shopping centre has a fantastic selection of
shops, restaurants and coffee shops to enjoy, Waterski and Wakeboard Scotland is just ten
while the nearby Fife Leisure Park is home to minutes outside of the city centre, and is a Ready to find your next home in Dunfermline? Head to espc.com to start your search today.
Dobbies, crazy golf, a bowling alley and an fantastic choice for a family day out.
Odeon cinema.
Golfers have the choice of six golf courses If you’d like to know more about what it’s like to live in Dunfermline, you can download
Sport nearby, including the historic Dunfermline Season 2, Episode 2 of The ESPC Property Show podcast, which discusses the city in
Those with an active lifestyle will find plenty Golf Club with one of the oldest clubhouses fantastic detail and speaks to local property experts and residents too.
to do in Dunfermline. There are several in the world.

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