Doors Open Days | West Fife

West Fife

Abbot House, Dunfermline

21 September 2024

Abbot House is a beautiful ‘A’ listed building, dating back to at least the 16th Century. It’s situated within Dunfermline’s Heritage Quarter and is steeped in the rich history of Scotland’s ancient capital. The house is instantly recognisable by its colour and is known fondly as the ‘pink hoose’ by locals.

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Limited Access
Disabled WC
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Events For Children

West Fife

Aberdour Lapidarium

21 September 2024

22 September 2024

In collaboration with the Aberdour Cultural Association this is an opportunity to see an unrivalled collection of authentic copies of over 130 mediaeval and Pictish carved stones from Britain and Ireland. Sculptor Leslie Alan Reid will be on hand to talk about the stones and explain the designs on them.

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Limited Access
WC

West Fife

Cairneyhill Parish Church

22 September 2024

Visit this historic church whose structure has remained largely unaltered since 1752 and join our morning Service at 1130. Then enjoy the guided tour and walk around the many interesting memorials of the kirkyard where you can learn of the purpose of the 'Watch House'.

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Disabled Access
Disabled WC
WC
Parking
Limited Access
Hearing Loop

West Fife

Forth Bridge Heritage Centre

21 September 2024

22 September 2024

The Forth Bridge Heritage Centre at the North Queensferry Victorian railway station is a wee gem of a place that has been lovingly restored by volunteers and is now managed by North Queensferry Heritage Trust. Come and see our new exhibition.

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Disabled Access
Disabled WC
WC
Events For Children
Parking

West Fife

Forth Bridges Lighthouse Museum & Light Tower

21 September 2024

22 September 2024

The world’s smallest working light tower and Scotland’s smallest museum can be found together at the head of John Rennie’s Town Pier. A tour of the tower will appeal to visitors young and old alike and you can make an appointment to light the lamp !

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Limited Access
Events For Children

West Fife

Forthview Church, Inverkeithing

22 September 2024

Visit this historic church to see one of the finest baptismal fonts in Scotland. Hear its remarkable story and get the chance to see our lovely stained glass windows, both old and modern.

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Disabled Access
Disabled WC
WC
Refreshments
Parking
Hearing Loop
Limited Access

West Fife

Holy Name RC Church, Oakley

22 September 2024

The present Holy Name Church was opened in 1958. Join us for a tour to see its architecture, the stained glass windows and small museum.

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WC
Refreshments
Parking
Limited Access

West Fife

Holy Trinity Scottish Episcopal Church, Dunfermline

22 September 2024

Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this fine ecclesiastical building, and explore the features, including the reredos, and the lovely Kempe & Wilson windows.

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Disabled Access
Disabled WC
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Parking

2024 Theme

West Fife

Lathalmond Railway Museum

22 September 2024

Enjoy a day at Shed47 Railway Restoration Group, in the original 1942 WW2 locomotive shed and restored railway of the Royal Naval Stores & Transit Depot, Lathalmond. Visit and find out all about Dunfermline & West Fife's rich railway heritage.

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Limited Access
WC
Parking

West Fife

Saline & District Heritage Museum

21 September 2024

22 September 2024

Visit our Heritage Centre to see our exhibition on Communications & Technology and local history, or join our guided tour of the Old Saline Kirkyard and see the finds we made in the Glebe Field.