East Wemyss to Kirkcaldy Coastal

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Overview

Bus to East Wemyss from Kirkcaldy Bus Station. From there the Coastal Path through West Wemyss, Dysart and Ravenscraig Park ending in Kirkcaldy. The walk visits Wemyss caves, picturesque West Wemyss and the historic harbour of Dysart.

Sunday, 22 March 2026

Meeting time:: 9:30 am
Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: linear

Website:: https://fifecoastandcountrysidetrust.co.uk/walks/fife-coastal-path/

You'll need a packed lunch though there are cafés in West Wemyss and Dysart (possibly closed)

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NT 27919 91404
Nearest postcode:: KY1 1AH
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Meeting time:: 9:30 am

Kirkcaldy Bus Station

Starting point

Grid reference:: NT 33999 96899
Nearest postcode:: KY1 4RS
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Start time:: 9:30 am

Get off bus in East Wemyss then drop down to the Coastal Path

Finishing point

Grid reference:: NT 28342 91784
Nearest postcode:: KY1 1JN
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Estimated finish time:: 3:45 pm

West end of Esplanade in Kirkcaldy

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