About Dunfermline

Dunfermline is a town located in Fife, Scotland, with the postcode area KY12. It is known for its historical significance and is the former capital of Scotland. The town features several notable landmarks, including Dunfermline Abbey, where many Scottish kings and queens are buried, and the impressive Palace of Dunfermline, which was once a royal residence. In addition to its historical sites, Dunfermline offers a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and parks. The town is well-connected to Edinburgh, making it a convenient location for those wishing to explore the surrounding areas. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks along the local parks and riverside paths, providing a pleasant environment for outdoor activities.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Dunfermline City Train Station 0.6 miles
Dunfermline Queen Margaret Train Station 0.9 miles
Rosyth Train Station 2 miles
Inverkeithing Train Station 3 miles
Dalgety Bay Train Station 3.7 miles
North Queensferry Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Garvock Hill 0 yards Brucefield 0.6 miles Kingseathill 0.6 miles Bellyeoman 0.6 miles Headwell 0.9 miles Pitcorthie 0.9 miles Townhill 1.2 miles Parkneuk 1.4 miles Halbeath 1.4 miles Wellwood 1.4 miles Milesmark 2 miles Duloch 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Fife
Ward Dunfermline North
Constituency Dunfermline and West Fife

Notable & Famous People from Dunfermline 26 people

Allan Evans
Association football coach
Scottish footballer (born 1956)
Barbara Dickson
Singer
British singer and actress, recording artist
Billy Liddell
Association football player
Scottish footballer (1922–2001)
Claire Baker
Politician
Scottish politician (born 1971)
Craig Levein
Association football coach
Scottish association football player and manager (born 1964)
Dan McCafferty
Composer
British singer (1946–2022)
Debbie Knox
Curler
Scottish and British female curler and coach
Dorothy Dunnett
Writer
British writer (1923–2001)

Streets in Dunfermline 30 shown View all streets

A823 10 A823(M) 1 A907 11 A92 3 A921 4 A985 11 A994 2 Abbey Park Place 4 Abbey Street 1 Abbey View 2 Abbot Street 2 Abel Place 3 Abercrombie Place 1 Aberdour Crescent 1 Aberdour Place 2 Aberdour Road 9 Aberlour Street 2 Abington Road 1 Academy Square 1 Acorn Street 2 Adamson Crescent 5 Adia Road 1 Admiralty Road 11 Affric Way 1 Afton Grove 1 Aidan Gardens 2 Albany Street 3 Albert Street 2 Alder Grove 1 Alderston Court 2

Postcodes in Dunfermline 50 shown View all postcodes

KY11 1AA KY11 1AB KY11 1AD KY11 1AE KY11 1AF KY11 1AG KY11 1AH KY11 1AJ KY11 1AL KY11 1AN KY11 1AP KY11 1AQ KY11 1AR KY11 1AS KY11 1AT KY11 1AU KY11 1AW KY11 1AX KY11 1AY KY11 1AZ KY11 1BA KY11 1BB KY11 1BD KY11 1BE KY11 1BF KY11 1BG KY11 1BH KY11 1BJ KY11 1BL KY11 1BN KY11 1BP KY11 1BQ KY11 1BS KY11 1BT KY11 1BU KY11 1BW KY11 1BX KY11 1BY KY11 1BZ KY11 1DA KY11 1DB KY11 1DD KY11 1DE KY11 1DF KY11 1DG KY11 1DH KY11 1DJ KY11 1DL KY11 1DN KY11 1DQ