Tourism in Falkland & Newton of Falkland Online

Aside from the historic National Trust owned properties, Falkland has much to interest and accommodate visitors to the area.

Accommodation

There is a good range of affordable accommodation offered in Falkland and surrounds.

Historic Ladywell House, just outside Falkland was once a manse and is surrounded by an acre of beautiful walled garden. It offers bed & breakfast accommodation in a choice of three rooms with a dinner option.
The Kilnhouse in Newton of Falkland was once an old Maltings and offers unique accommodation in one double and two twin rooms.
The National Trust for Scotland owned St Andrew's House is situated on the first floor, overlooking the beautiful Palace orchard and garden. It offers unique self-catering accommodation with direct access to the Palace grounds.
The pretty 4-bedroomed Parliament Square cottage sleeps up to 7 people in 4 bedrooms and is available for a minimum stay of 3 nights.
Luxury Braehead Cottage sleeps up to 4 in two bedrooms and is a low allergen self catering property, fully equipped with every modern convenience.
Italian inspired accommodation can be found at the newly refurbished Luigino's (previously the Covenanter Hotel) on the High Street. For more accommodation choices see nearby Strathmiglo & Freuchie.

Eating and drinking

It is possible to eat well in Falkland on most weekdays, with a wide range of choice available at affordable prices, eat in or take away. Informal choices include homebaking at The HayLoft Tea Room, traditional Scottish fayre at Kind Kyttocks Kitchen and an organic menu at Pillars of Hercules farm café. Restaurant dining can be found at Warbeck's on the high street, Green House Chinese Restaurant, and Luigino's as well as many pubs and hotels. Not forgetting the great reputation for Newton of Falkland's The Malt Barn Inn, which service Scots-French cuisine.

Pubs

The inns and taverns of Falkland continue to play their historic role as the hub of community life throughout the year. They cater for all age groups, providing children as well as adults with entertainment, leisure and community participation opportunities including: pub quiz's; darts; the screening of major sporting events; meals; live music; supporting charity and fundraising events and going out of their way to welcome everyone. Check out the cosy local pub with family fare at the Lomond Tavern and newly refurbished restaurant and wine bar at The Stag Inn.

Food shops/banking facilities 

The village is fortunate in having a number of food and other shops as well as a cash point. All of the businesses in Falkland participate fully in village life, as well as sustaining (in more ways that one) the local community .These include: Falkland Store & Post Office, Fruit and Scoop, Wee Bakers, Pillars of Hercules Organic Farm Shop and Café 

Shops & Services

There are a number of interesting and unique shops in Falkland which draw customers from a wide area to use their services and to sample what is on offer in their regularly changing stock. For crafts & gift shopping see Cottage Craft Centre, The Rowan Tree, Fayre Earth and National Trust Shop and Garden Centre.

Transport

If you're planning to travel to and from Falkland and its surrounds using public transport Traveline makes it easy.

By car: Falkland is most easily reached by road, and is just off the A92 north of Glenrothes. Falkland taxis can help you get there.

By rail: Falkland is approx 5 miles from both Ladybank railway station and Markinch railway station. For further information & booking see Scotrail, Trainline, or  National Rail Enquiries, tel: 0345 484950

By Bus: Stagecoach operates several local bus services to and from Falkland and Newton of Falkland from Glenrothes, Cupar, Perth and further afield. For timetable info call Travel Line on 0871 200 22 33.

If are interested in car sharing, reducing petrol costs and helping the environment Tripshare can help. Lots of Falkland folks are regsitered now, making it a viable option for Howe residents to travel to work, or simply get around.

Parking

There is limited parking on the High Street, double yellow lines and restrictions are now in force throughout the village. Ample parking for everyday cars and coaches is provided in the main car park in the centre of the village. When there are special events being held at the palace or in the village, additional car parking is made available adjacent to the Bowling Club, on the western entry to the village. Falkland Estate has ample car parking near to the main entrance giving disabled access to specially adapted local paths.

Accessibility

It should be noted that traditional cobbles are a significant feature of the pavements in Falkland; these can be uncomfortable for those with mobility issues.

Maps

Download a village map. Maps are also available at in the main car park and in the forest.

Weather

Check our the Falkland weather forecast for today and the weeks ahead.

Toilets

Clean, well managed toilets with disabled access can be found in Back Wynd near to the car park, next to the Village Hall.