Tour Culross

Culross Village in west Fife, on the Firth of Forth, with many 17th and 18th century buildings restored by the National Trust for Scotland. The Palace, built in 1597 for mine-owner George Bruce of Culross, later of Carnock; died in1625, and the Tolbooth, dating originally from 1626, are two reminders of Culross’s prosperous trading days.

Culross Abbey was founded for Cistercian monks in 1215, but a religious community existed here many centuries earlier. Part of the abbey church serves as the parish church, and contains a remarkable monument to George Bruce of Carnock.

Keavil House Hotel. A beautifully appointed country house hotel near Scotland's ancient capital of Dunfermline. All bedrooms are calm and tastefully designed. The award-winning Cardoon Restaurant offers a varied menu of light to modern Scottish dishes using locally sourced, quality food, which is served in a relaxed and stylish setting. Guests can pamper themselves in the luxurious Picture of health club, play golf on one of the local golf courses or visit the beaches of the Fife coast. Edinburgh is only 30 minutes drive away. Fife Hotel Breaks.

Corus Hotel North. This modern hotel is situated on the north side of the Firth of Forth with spectacular views overlooking the famous bridge and offering easy access from M90 motorway. The elegant restaurant offers both traditional and international cuisine, with wonderful views of the river. A great base for visiting Edinburgh and historic Fife. Fife Hotel Breaks.

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