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Dunfermline and West Fife Group

We are the Dunfermline and West Fife Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

This circular walk explores two tunnels (each about 500m long) that were part of the North British Forth Railway Bridge to Perth Railway Route. The line was opened in 1890 and closed in 1970. As it is very dark in the tunnels, a good bright torch is required for this walk. 

Ramblers walk grade: Leisurely/C. Walks for reasonably fit people with at least a little country walking experience. May include unsurfaced rural paths. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are recommended.

OS Map Landranger 58.

Car share; return mileage is 44. Passengers please give your driver £3.

Thursday, 7 May 2026
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.4km / 5.2mi
Ascent:
200m / 656ft
Type:
circular

The walking within the tunnels is sometimes rough and wet. Please bring a torch or headtorch. Otherwise, the route takes us on countryside tracks in farmland (may be wet), parts of the old railbed and some road walking on quiet country roads. There are two fences to cross, assistance available from the leader!

Registered assistance dogs only; no school-age children.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 09867 87773
Nearest postcode:
KY12 7QH
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Meeting time:
9:30 am

Leys Park road car park, Dunfermline

Starting point

Grid reference:
NO 15956 13050
Nearest postcode:
PH2 9PY
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Start time:
10:00 am

Bein Inn car park, opposite hotel. Please obtain permission to park at the hotel (possible refundable deposit).

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking