Index of walks. B inn V illage to Tyrie and return on C oastal P ath (7.8 m iles). 2 K inghorn to D ysart harbour (5.1 m iles) S unday 11:00

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2 Index of walks. 1 B inn V illage to Tyrie and return on C oastal P ath (7.8 m iles). S aturday 10:00 2 K inghorn to D ysart harbour (5.1 m iles) S unday 11:00 3 A uchtertool, B alm uto C astle & K ilrie M onday 10:00 W oodland (5.0 m iles) 4 H istoric w alk around A berdour - short M onday 15:00 5 G lassm ount H ouse G ardens (3.3 m iles) Tuesday 10:00 6 H istoric tour of K inghorn - short Tuesday 14:30 7 C ircular w alk from C raigencalt (4.7 m iles) W ednesday 10:00 8 W ednesday 13:30 9 N ordic W alking - B lack R ock - short W ednesday 17:30 10 A berdour countryside (7.0 m iles) Thursday 10:00 11 N ature w alk around C raigencalt - short Thursday 15:00 12 R odanbraes P ath w ith storytelling - short Thursday 18:00 13 N ordic W alking - B urntisland to A berdour Friday 10:00 S ilver S ands (3.0 m iles) 14 B urntisland O uter H eritage W alk (4 m iles) Friday 13:30 15 A uchtertool K irk (4.2 m iles) S aturday 10:00 16 B inn H ill and return to S ands H otel, B urntisland (5.0 m iles) S unday 10:00

3 Craigencalt Rural Community Trust Walking Festival Walking Festival 5 th 13 th September 2015 Information Description Craigencalt Trust is running its second local Walking Festival in September. Walks will cover the coastline from Aberdour to Kirkcaldy and stretch inland across the hills to allow participants to enjoy some splendid scenery. The Walking Festival is funded and organised by Craigencalt Rural Community Trust. Following on from last year, we have once again enlisted the support of local walking groups, heritage groups, ramblers and individuals to make the Walking Festival another great success. The aim is to get people out enjoying the local area. We hope it will attract more visitors to come and enjoy a day out, get involved in a week of activities and, may be, try something new, like Nordic Walking. It is also a great way to get to meet new folk. We ask that you register for walks beforehand as then we know to expect you. Registration and walks are free. The Walking Festival will run from Saturday 5th September to Sunday 13th. There will be walks for every taste and age group and will cater for all abilities and levels of fitness. A All the walks will take in the beautiful views and places of this part of Fife. There will be longer treks for regular walkers and medium length walks for those who want to extend their fitness. Also included are heritage walks within Kinghorn, Aberdour, Burntisland and Auchtertool, nature trail around Kinghorn Loch and even some folk story telling which will take place by the troll that sits underneath the bridge on the Rodanbraes Path. For those who want to increase their exercise levels there will be two Nordic Walk taster sessions to try. All walks are led by experienced walk leaders. Transport - Getting to the walks We have a distinct advantage along this coastal part of Fife because we are linked by a good, regular bus and train service. See the Craigencalt Trust website for details. There are good connections to Dundee and Edinburgh by train and Edinburgh Airport by 747 bus to Inverkeithing and then bus or train. Check timetables when planning walks as Sunday service may differ from the rest of the week. It is easy to get to the start point of walks or take public transport back to the beginning of walks if needed. Cars will be going from Kinghorn to Auchtertool for walks 3 and 15.

4 To plan your journey by car visit Google Maps; to plan your journey by public transport visit Traveline Scotland or Trainline. See maps at back of document for meeting points in Burntisland and Kinghorn. Aberdour Railway Station and Tiel Restaurant, Auchtertool are easily found. Car Parking. There is adequate car parking at Kinghorn Lochside (Craigencalt Farm). Please park in Harbour Road (off Rossland Place opposite the Community Centre) for walks starting at Kinghorn Railway Station. Please park at the Links Car Park (free; down Links Place from the High Street) for walks starting in Burntisland as parking on the main roads is time limited. Walk grading Festival walks have been graded as follows: Leisurely Approximately 2 miles around Kinghorn, Burntisland or Craigencalt and Kinghorn Loch, taken at a relaxed pace, spending time at places of interest, and suitable for family groups. Short - walks of up to 3 miles (5 km), taken at a relaxed pace, often spending time at places of interest, and suitable for family groups. Medium 3 to 6 miles (up to 10 km) distance. These walks generally follow well defined paths, though likely to be quite hilly. These walks are suitable for most reasonably fit people. Long over 6 miles (10 km) requiring a good level of fitness. We hope that these indicators will enable walkers to select a suitable walk for their capability, interest and enjoyment. Registration We do ask that walkers wishing to take part in walks let the organisers know by phone or at least one hour before departure. We also ask that you arrive promptly so that walks begin on time. Walk schedules will say where the walk begins and ends but please get in touch if you would like further information.. If you have a health condition that you think is relevant, please make the leaders aware of this prior to your walk. Telephone mobile or Home Disclaimer info@craigencalttrust.org.uk We are committed to running the walking festival safely and appreciate your cooperation with this. However, participants take part in walks at their own risk and we cannot accept responsibility for any accident or injury. If you have a health condition that you believe may be relevant, please make the leaders aware of this prior to your walk.

5 Dogs are allowed on festival walks (unless stated otherwise in the description) but must be under adequate control. Dogs cannot be taken into fields where cattle are grazed. Persons under the age of 16 should be accompanied by an adult. Participants are requested not to smoke on walks. What to wear and bring To enjoy the Craigencalt Walking Festival safely and in comfort, it is essential that you come equipped with suitable footwear, clothing and equipment. Weather conditions can always change quickly, so we advise that you come prepared for sunshine and rain. Clothing & Footwear Waterproof jacket (over-trousers are optional). Walking boots providing ankle support and good grip for Medium and Long walks. Waterproof walking shoes with good grip are advisable for easier walks. Good walking socks. Thin fleece or jumper plus a spare if you wish several thin layers are more effective than one thick layer of clothing. Warm hat and gloves if desired. Hat if desired. Optional Equipment Walking stick/s. Rucksack. Water and refreshments. Sunscreen and sunglasses (ever optimistic!). Leader Rucksacks First Aid Kit. Sugar/glucose sachets. Emergency blanket and a whistle Sunscreen. Water bottles. Spare high energy food (Mars Bars). Insect repellent. Mobile phone.

6 Tide Times predictions at Leith: Tide Low High Low High Sat 5th 08:20 14:06 20:56 Sun 6th 09:28 15:15 22:03 Mon 7th 04:11 10:42 16:56 23:17 Tues 8th 05:49 12:00 18:21` 23:33 Wed 9th 07:03 13:16 19:20 Thurs 10th 07:56 14:13 20:02 Fri 11th 08:37 14:57 20:34 Sat 12th 09:09 15:31 21:03 Sun 13th 09:38 16:03 21:34 BST

7 Walk 1. Saturday 5 th September Binn Village to Tyrie Farm and return on Coastal Path Route From Kinghorn Railway Station go along the side of the golf course over Grangehill to the abandoned Binn Village and enjoy Rodanbraes Path before arriving at Craigencalt Cottage for tea and scones and then going off through Banchory and Tyrie Farms and back along the coastal path, taking in the seal colony and tower at Seafield. Binn Village, Banchory and Tyrie Farm returning on Coastal Path Kinghorn Railway Station Saturday 5 th September at 10 am Long: reasonably surfaced paths and quiet road, a moderately long walk 12.6 km (7.8 miles) 256 m (837 ft) 4 hrs walking plus 30 min coffee break Coffee/tea and scone at Craigencalt Cottage Can return from Tyrie by bus. Kathleen Curley and Pat Convery (CRCT) Walkers should have stout footwear and rainwear.

Walk 2. Sunday 6 th September Kinghorn to Dysart, Harbourmasters House, via the Coastal Path. Route: From Kinghorn travel along the coastal path taking in the views over the Forth Estuary.

8 Walk 2. Sunday 6 th September Kinghorn to Dysart, Harbourmasters House, via the Coastal Path. Route: From Kinghorn travel along the coastal path taking in the views over the Forth Estuary. At Seafield cross the Teil Burn on to the prom or beach at Kirkcaldy. At Carrs Flour Mill turn down to Pathead and follow the track passed Ravenscraig Castle then along the beach to Dysart harbour. Kinghorn to Dysart, Harbourmasters House, via the Coastal Path Kinghorn Railway Station Saturday 5 th September starting at 11 am Medium: Reasonably surfaced and some walking along beaches included, a medium length walk with easy going. 8.2 km (5.1 miles) 127 m (418 ft) 2 hr Call in at Harbourmasters House café and return by car. Yes (bus and train) David Thomson (CRCT) Walkers should have stout footwear and rainwear.

Walk 3: Monday 7 th September Auchtertool to Balmuto Castle, Kilrie Woodland and return Route: Auchtertool to Balmuto Castle, Kilrie Woodland and return Outside Tiel Restaurant, Auchtertool Monday 7

9 Walk 3: Monday 7 th September Auchtertool to Balmuto Castle, Kilrie Woodland and return Route: Auchtertool to Balmuto Castle, Kilrie Woodland and return Outside Tiel Restaurant, Auchtertool Monday 7 th September at 10 am. Medium: A medium walk on good tracks and quiet roads but muddy and steep in Kilrie Woodland. 8.1 km (5 miles) 158 m (518 ft) 2 hours No (Kirkcaldy to Glasgow buses: infrequent - see timetable) Kathleen Curley and Pat Convery (CRCT) Walkers should have stout footwear and rainwear Cattle or sheep will be in fields so this walk is not suitable for dogs.

10 Walk 4: Monday 7 th September Historical walk around Aberdour. Route: Follow the guide around the historical places of interest in Aberdour Historical walk around Aberdour Aberdour Station car park Monday 7 th September at 3 pm. Short: a leisurely walk on surfaced paths 2-3 miles Minor assents 2 hours Yes (bus or train) Simon Taylor Walkers should have comfortable footwear and rainwear

11 Walk 5: Tuesday 8 th September Visit to Glassmount House Gardens. Route Walk from Kinghorn Loch up past Craigencalt Cottage and along a quiet road under the Kissing Trees and thence to Glassmount House. Spend time at the lovely and tranquil gardens before returning by same route. Fine views. Visitors may go direct to Glassmount House by car for garden visit only. Visit to Glassmount House gardens Kinghorn Lochside (Craigencalt Farm car park) Tuesday 8 th September at 10 am Medium: Reasonably surfaced paths and quiet roads, a medium length walk with reasonable going. Can come to the gardens by car. 5.2 km (3.3 miles) 118 m (390 ft) 3.5 hr including garden visit (2 hr allowed at the gardens) A charge of 3 per head to charity for garden visit. Yes (Number 7 or 7A bus with walk to Craigencalt) Marilyn Edwards (CRCT) Walkers should have comfortable footwear and rainwear. Visitors may go direct to Glassmount House by car for garden visit only.

Walk 6. Tuesday 8 th September Historical tour of the Royal Burgh of Kinghorn. Route follow the guide around the historical places in Kinghorn Historical tour of the Royal Burgh of Kinghorn.

12 Walk 6. Tuesday 8 th September Historical tour of the Royal Burgh of Kinghorn. Route follow the guide around the historical places in Kinghorn Historical tour of the Royal Burgh of Kinghorn. Kinghorn Community Centre car park (close to Kinghorn Railway Station) Tuesday 8 th September at 2.30 pm Short: A leisurely walk on surfaced paths 2-3 miles There are several hilly sections 1 hr 30 min Yes (bus or train) Ginny Reid (Kinghorn Historical Society) Walkers should have comfortable footwear and rainwear Because of places to be visited this walk is not suitable for dogs.

13 Walk 7. Wednesday 9 th September Local circular walk from Craigencalt. Route : From the loch take the road up through Craigencalt farm and follow the track up passing cottages to enjoy the panoramic views back around to the road. Turn left and walk to the kissing trees before turning right and follow the road back through Banchory Farm. Walk down the road to the North Mire track to Kinghorn. Return to the loch via the Burnside path. Local circular walk from Craigencalt Kinghorn Lochside (Craigencalt Farm car park) Wednesday 9 th September at 10 am. Medium: A fairly leisurely walk, mainly on quiet roads and some rough track 7.5 km (4.7 miles) 140 m (460 ft) 2 hours Yes (Number 7 or 7A bus with walk to Craigencalt) Marilyn Edwards (CRCT) Walkers should have stout footwear and rainwear.

14 Walk 8: Wednesday 9 th September Burntisland Inner Heritage Walk. Route - centre includes visits to many points of interest including the 16th century Parish Church, the Burgh Chambers and by arrangement Rossend Castle. Burntisland Inner Heritage Walk Burntisland Heritage Trust, 4 Kirkgate, Burntisland Wednesday 9 th September at 1.30 pm Short but some steep inclines. 2-3 miles There is one short hilly section to viewpoint(optional) 2 hours Yes (bus or train) Ian Archibald (Burntisland Heritage Trust) Walkers should have comfortable footwear and rainwear

Walk 9. Wednesday 9 th September Nordic Walking Black Rock, Kinghorn. Route Free taster sessions for the Walking Festival and if people wish to continue the activity at 5 per session.

15 Walk 9. Wednesday 9 th September Nordic Walking Black Rock, Kinghorn. Route Free taster sessions for the Walking Festival and if people wish to continue the activity at 5 per session. Nordic Walking is an activity for all fitness levels. Walk includes a warm up and a walk out to and around the Black Rock on Pettycur Beach. Taster for Nordic Walking out to and around the Black Rock from Pettycur Beach. Pettycur Beach Car Park, Kinghorn. Wednesday 9 th September at 5.30 pm. For all levels of fitness. Short Minor 1 hr Equipment will be provided. Yes (bus or train and walk down Pettycur Road) Judith Hailstone Frame This walk is dependent on tide (should be suitable). Trainers will get wet as the beach will be wet after the receding tide.

16 Walk 10. Thursday 10 th September Aberdour countryside. Route: Follow the coastal path west out of Aberdour. Turn right at St Colms House and at the main road turn left and then right to enjoy the tranquility of Otterston loch. Follow the track round to Croftgary and turn down towards The Murrel for more splendid views. Return to Aberdour through Humbie woods. Aberdour countryside out to Otterston Loch Aberdour Station car park Thursday 10 th September at 10 am. Long: Circular walk on various tracks, rough grounds and some tarmac, quite hilly 11.2 km (7 miles) 260 m (850 ft) 4 hours Café stop at the end of the walk Yes (bus or train) Kathleen Curley and Pat Convery (CRCT) Walkers should have stout footwear and rainwear. Cattle or sheep will be in fields so this walk is not suitable for dogs.

17 Walk 11. Thursday 10 th September Nature walk around Craigencalt. Route Start at the lochside to view the birdlife on the water. Walk round to the birdhide stopping on the way to view wild flowers and birds. Take the steps up through the woodland walk to the top track and follow the track around the north of the loch back to Craigencalt Farm. Nature walk around Craigencalt Kinghorn Lochside (Craigencalt farm car park) Thursday 10 th September at 3 pm Leisurely. Suitable for wheelchairs at Kinghorn Loch only. Approximately 1 mile Some paths are muddy and can be steep 1 hr 30 min Yes (Number 7 or 7A bus with walk to Craigencalt) Ian McKenzie and Hilary Payne (CRCT) Walkers should have stout footwear and rainwear. Some binoculars will be available but bring your own if you have them.

18 Walk 12. Thursday 10 th September Walk to Rodanbraes path children. Route: From Kinghorn Loch progress to Troll Bridge on Rodanbraes Path. Myths legends and storytelling about trolls will take place under the bridge next to the carved troll who lives there. The walk will continue to Rodanbraes cottage (Known locally as the witches cottage) and after a few more tales the walk will return to the lochside. Rodanbraes path Kinghorn Lochside (Craigencalt Farm car park) Thursday 10 th September at 6 pm Reasonable path. Disabled assessable on Rodanbraes Path 2.5 km (1.5 miles) to Troll Bridge and Rodanbraes cottage 40 m (130 ft) 1 hr 15 mins Yes (Number 7 or 7A bus with walk to Craigencalt) Marilyn Edwards (CRCT) Children must be accompanied. Walkers should have stout footwear and rainwear.

Walk 13. Friday 11 th September Nordic Walking Burntisland to Aberdour Silver Sands. Route Free taster sessions for the Walking Festival and if people wish to continue the activity at 5 per session.

19 Walk 13. Friday 11 th September Nordic Walking Burntisland to Aberdour Silver Sands. Route Free taster sessions for the Walking Festival and if people wish to continue the activity at 5 per session. Nordic Walking is an activity for all fitness levels. Walk includes a warm up and a walk along the coastal path from Kirkton Road Burntisland to Silver Sands beach in Aberdour. Taster for Nordic Walking between Burntisland and Aberdour, Silver Sands beach. Burntisland Library bus stop, High Street Friday 11 th September at 10 am. For all levels of fitness. 4.8 km (3 miles) Minor 1 hour Equipment will be provided. Yes (bus or train) Judith Hailstone Frame Trainers or fell boots

20 Walk 14. Friday 11 th September Burntisland Outer Heritage Walk. Route This guided and informative walk involves a hike round the outer limits of this ancient burgh, with the opportunity to visit many remote sites of historical, industrial and social interest. The commanding views strategic importance as a deep water port and offer a unique view of the location. With the assistance of visual aids, observers will be given a clear understanding of how the town has developed throughout the centuries. Burntisland Outer Heritage Walk Burntisland Heritage Trust, 4 Kirkgate, Burntisland Friday 11 th September starting at 1.30 pm Medium: Steep assents to The Binn summit 6-7 km (4 miles) 193 m (632 ft) 3.5 hrs Yes (bus or train) Ian Archibald (Burntisland Heritage Trust) Walkers should have stout footwear and rainwear

21 Walk 15: Saturday 12 th September Auchtertool Kirk and Graveyard Tour. Route: From Tiel Restaurant in Auchtertool along the old Kirk Road, past Castle Hill, where Cromwell camped during his campaign in Scotland, to the kirk at the hill top. There will be a guided tour of the ancient graveyard and Kirk. Return to Auchtertool may include a short walk to Camilla loch.. You may park at the kirk if you want the graveyard tour only and admire the views. Auchtertool Kirk Graveyard tour Tiel Restaurant, Auchtertool. You may drive to the Kirk for the tour if you are not able to walk it. Saturday 12 th September at 10 am A medium walk but muddy across fields and rough paths. 7 km (4.2 miles) 75 m 3 hr (allowing 1 hr at the Kirk). time for refreshments at the Tiel Restaurant Historic Graveyard Tour and refreshments at the Tiel Restaurant No (Kirkcaldy to Glasgow buses: infrequent - see timetable) Liz MacDonald & Stewart Glasson (Auchtertool Pathways Group) Walkers should have stout footwear or wellingtons and rainwear. Cattle or sheep will be in fields so this walk is not suitable for dogs.

Walk 16. Sunday 13 th September Across The Binn Hill and return to Sands Hotel for lunch. Route: Leaving The Sands Hotel walk along Burntisland beach around the Lammerlaws and the docks.

22 Walk 16. Sunday 13 th September Across The Binn Hill and return to Sands Hotel for lunch. Route: Leaving The Sands Hotel walk along Burntisland beach around the Lammerlaws and the docks. Walk up to Rossend Castle and on up through grange then crossing to the track leading up The Binn hill. Return via Binnend and down through the woodland to Burntisland Golf Club and back to The Sands Hotel for lunch. Across The Binn Hill and return to Sands Hotel for lunch. Sands Hotel (Kinghorn Road, Burntisland) car park. Sunday 13 th September starting at 10 am Medium: Rough walking in places, a harder walk with some steep, muddy sections 8 km (5 miles) 234 m (770 ft) 2.5 hours Meal at Sands Hotel to close the Walking Festival Yes (number 7 bus or walk from Burntisland Railway Station) Marilyn Edwards (CRCT) Walkers should have stout footwear and rainwear. Because cattle will be in fields this walk is not suitable for dogs.

23 ing Points in Kinghorn and Burntisland. Those in Auchtertool and Aberdour will be obvious.

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