Old Kirk, Kirkcaldy
Central Fife
Marvel at the Old Kirk's beautiful stained glass by famous artists, browse our exhibitions on Adam Smith, baptised in the Old Kirk in 1723, and Kirkcaldy Civic Society’s Golden Anniversary.
Climb the 15th century tower with one of our guides for panoramic views, and ring the bell, first cast in 1553. Less mobile? –view it on our screen or wander through the Kirk in our digital world of 1500.
Tour the graveyard to hear "Stories from Stones" about the famous and not-so-famous people buried there – e.g. the two duellists of the last fatal duel in Scotland, and the butler who became Provost because of a whale!
Children can take part in a scavenger hunt inside, a scavenger hunt outside in the graveyard, web pages, colouring in sheets and lighting up the model tower by human energy
Teas and coffee will be available for a small donation and quiz around the church.
Kirkcaldy Old Kirk is now owned by a local Trust who are maintaining it as a community venue and heritage centre. You will meet some of its volunteer members in the Kirk as guides.
Facilities
Additional Access Information
N.B. vehicular access for wheelchair users is via Oswald Wynd and there is limited parking for disabled drivers within the churchyard. A large public car park is available at the entrance of the approach drive.
Gallery
Key Information
BOOKING REQUIRED FOR GRAVEYARD & TOWER TOURS
Weather permitting.
Graveyard tours @ 1100 and 1400, and tower tours (limited space) from 1030 every hour on the half hour, can be pre-booked by email on www.kirkcaldyoldkirktrust.org.uk
or direct to
Where to find us
Address
- Kirk Wynd
- Oswald Place
- Kirkcaldy
- KY1 1EH & KY1 1BG