Seals at Seafield Tower – View of Inchkeith Island loop from Kinghorn

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Royal Burgh Of Kinghorn

Seals at Seafield Tower – View of Inchkeith Island loop from Kinghorn

Moderate

5.0

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Seals at Seafield Tower – View of Inchkeith Island loop from Kinghorn

02:55

10.8km

140m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.31 km

Old Wall on the Firth of Forth

Highlight • Historical Site

Right on the water, there is an old wall here. Possibly, this was the site of a castle.

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2.36 km

Seals at Seafield Tower

Highlight • Natural

Just after passing the tower, look out for seals along the shore. Watch and listen to them as you enjoy the view of the surrounding area. On a brighter day, you can just see Arthur’s Seat across the water.

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2.45 km

Seafield Tower

Highlight • Castle

The lands here at Seafield (as well as the lands at Markinch) were granted to Robert Moultrie by King James II in 1443 and the tower was in his family …

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2.59 km

View of Inchkeith Island

Highlight • Viewpoint

Inchkeith island viewing along the coastal path near Seafield tower, the island has been the refuge to many infectious diseases i.e. syphilis from 14th Century to 16th Century. The island …

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2.94 km

Fife Coastal Path

Highlight • Cycleway

Good path. Mix of trail and gravel with steps and rock gardens. Possibly not for beginners.

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3.10 km

Seafield Abandoned Dock and Piers

Highlight • Structure

In 1883, Seafield Dock and Railway Act, granted a company of shareholders permission to erect five acre dock enclosed by two piers here. Primarily, the dock intended to gain share …

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3.67 km

Seafield Beach, Kirkcaldy

Highlight • Beach

This photo is of Seafield beach in 1900, with merrymakers thronging the beach. The building flying with flag was the Seafield café which advertised musical comedy and entertainers in summertime. …

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10.6 km