Recreation in Freuchie Online
Whilst the Fife region has many indoor sports and leisure centres, Freuchie's rural setting makes it ideally suited to outdoor recreation and leisure activities that can help lead a healthy lifestyle.
Walking
The whole of central and north west Fife is dominated by the twin plugs of old volcanoes known locally as ‘the Lomonds'. The Lomond Hills rise to almost 1750ft at West Lomond and 1500ft at East Lomond and roughly divide Fife Region into East and West. With expansive views from both summits (as far as the Borders and the Highlands on a good day), as well as notable historic features, the Lomond Hills Regional Park provides exceptional walking and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike. Suggested Lomond Hills walking routes.

Cycling
A healthy, fun and convenient way to circumnavigate the Howe is on a bicycle. Fife has over 300 miles of cycle paths, so there's plenty to choose from! The excellent Kingdom of Fife Millennium Cycleway has several routes which pass through Freuchie. Why not try the circular Ladybank - Auchtermuchty - Falkland route (15.5 miles or 25km, some hills, suitable for older children), or the slightly tougher Freuchie - Chance Inn - Cupar route (22miles or 35.4kms, on and off road and suitable for adults only.) There are also shorter or longer cycleways to suit - Freuchie to Falkland for example is only 4 miles. Freuchie route map and more info.
Sport & Health
Want to participate in a team sport? Check out Freuchie's own Bowling, Cricket and Football clubs, each with action packed events on and off the turf. Or if you prefer a more relaxed approach to health, The Lomond Hills Hotel offers free use of its health club and spa facilities for guests and a variety of value for money memberships for local people.
Get a Fifestyle card for up to 50% off a range of services including leisure centres, golf courses, theatres, libraries, outdoor education, sports and arts activities and childcare. You can also get discounts at a range of local businesses.
Recreation in Freuchie Directory
What’s Happening
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Latest News
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Freuchie Flood Action Group: inaugural meeting & minutes
Friday, 3rd October, 2008
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Fife Council strike called off
Friday, 3rd October, 2008
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Birnie and Gaddon Loch News Update, Oct 08
Thursday, 2nd October, 2008
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Smith seeks assurances on future for HBOS & Lloyds Branches in NE Fife
Wednesday, 1st October, 2008
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Scottish artist John Houston dies
Wednesday, 1st October, 2008
Events Calendar
October 2008
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Cupar Arts Festival
Friday, 10th October, 2008
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Fungal Foray
Sunday, 12th October, 2008
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Apple Day
Sunday, 12th October, 2008
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Permaculture at Monimail
Saturday, 18th October, 2008
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY
Saturday, 25th October, 2008

