Aberdour
Travel To Edinburgh
Outdoor Activities
Aberdour enjoys the best of all worlds. Situated by the seaside, the climate is kind, beaches are safe and clean and the fine golf course challenging. The village has excellent communications, interesting shops, lively pubs and good food. There are many picturesque walks in this charming conservation village and around every corner history waiting to be explored.
As a holiday resort Aberdour can offer both the freshness and variety of the seaside and the charm and peace of the country. Its mild climate makes it a delightful resort. One of its seaside walks is often called the "Fife Riviera" - while its facilities for bathing, boating, golf and tennis, bowling and putting; bring back visitors year after year. The Forth Road Bridge provides an added attraction to sightseers and also allows travel by car to Edinburgh in 35 minutes. There is a frequent train service to Edinburgh with a journey time of 35 minutes. A very good bus service runs to Dunfermline and Kirkcaldy where links are available to Edinburgh and Glasgow. Bus tours to the Trossachs, the Highlands and some West Coast resorts can be taken from these stations if the mood takes you.
Whether you stand on the seashore and look out to the islands of the Forth - or whether you prefer to go inland and enjoy the panorama of the hills you will easily understand why Aberdour is one of the most popular villages in Fife. The history of the village is enshrined in four buildings; The Abbey on the island of Inchcolm, Aberdour Castle, The Parish Church of St Fillan's and St. Bridgets Kirk dating from 1244AD in nearby Dalgety Bay.The Castle, which dates back to the 14th century has been taken over by Historic Scotland, the walled garden is especially lovely, along with the terraced gardens recently renovated. St Fillans approached by the road leading down to Silver Sands beach is one of the gems of Scottish ecclesiastical architecture and is often described as a miniature cathedral. Open daily it is well worth a visit.
The Silver Sands beach with its European Flag for cleanliness and facilities in the East along with similar qualities on the West beach attract many people during the summer months. The charming harbour is very busy during the season. The Boat Club has a good yachting calendar for all those interested in sailing.
