Newburgh Auchtermuchty Pitmedden
| Route Details | |
| Start Point | Newburgh |
| End Point | Newburgh |
| Total Distance | 17.500000298 miles (28.2 km) |
Route Description
This route is 17.7 miles in total and is on and off road. There are some hilly stretches. Suitable for adults and older children. This route could be tough for some. The route begins in Newburgh, on the Firth of Tay and takes you through both farmland and forest in the Howe of Fife. It takes in the town of Auchtermuchty, the setting for the TV drama Doctor Finlay’s Casebook and a good place to stop and rest. You’ll also cycle through Pitmedden Forest where you can enjoy some off road cycling on the forest routes.
Newburgh to Den of Lindores
1.6 miles (2.6 km) As you leave the car park, turn left to cycle through the town of Newburgh. Take time in Newburgh to visit the Laing Museum where local collections and archaeological remains tell the history of the area.
i For opening times, contact St Andrews Tourist Information Centre on 01334 472021
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1.6 miles (2.6 km) As you leave the car park, turn left to cycle through the town of Newburgh. Take time in Newburgh to visit the Laing Museum where local collections and archaeological remains tell the history of the area.
i For opening times, contact St Andrews Tourist Information Centre on 01334 472021
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| Terrian | Some Hilly Streches |
| On Road / Off Road | On and Off Road |
Den of Lindores to Auchtermuchty
4.0 miles (6.4 km) Turn right by the Den of Lindores at the sign for Auchtermuchty and climb steadily for great views.
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4.0 miles (6.4 km) Turn right by the Den of Lindores at the sign for Auchtermuchty and climb steadily for great views.
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| On Road / Off Road | On and Off Road |
| Terrian | Some Hilly Streches |
Crossing the A91 in Auchtermuchty.
0.9 miles (1.4 km) Take care crossing the busy A91 in Auchtermuchty.
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0.9 miles (1.4 km) Take care crossing the busy A91 in Auchtermuchty.
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| On Road / Off Road | On and Off Road |
| Terrian | Some Hilly Streches |
Nethermyres towards Strathmiglo
3.0 miles (4.8 km) Turn right at Nethermyres and turn right again along the A912 where you see the sign for Strathmiglo.
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3.0 miles (4.8 km) Turn right at Nethermyres and turn right again along the A912 where you see the sign for Strathmiglo.
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| On Road / Off Road | On and Off Road |
| Terrian | Some Hilly Streches |
Through Strathmiglo
0.3 miles (0.5 km) Turn left when you reach Strathmiglo and follow the signs through the village.
Take care crossing the busy A91 again outside Strathmiglo
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0.3 miles (0.5 km) Turn left when you reach Strathmiglo and follow the signs through the village.
Take care crossing the busy A91 again outside Strathmiglo
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| On Road / Off Road | On and Off Road |
| Terrian | Some Hilly Streches |
Glentarkie to Pitmedden Forest
2.4 miles (3.9 km) Climb the hill past Glentarkie and follow the off road track through Pitmedden Forest or try some of the other forest routes before continuing your journey.
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2.4 miles (3.9 km) Climb the hill past Glentarkie and follow the off road track through Pitmedden Forest or try some of the other forest routes before continuing your journey.
Properties
| Terrian | Some Hilly Streches |
| On Road / Off Road | On and Off Road |
Pitmedden to Newburgh
5.3 miles (8.5 km) Remember your brakes on the very steep downhill back into Newburgh.
The Celtic cross of Mugdrum is a reminder of Newburgh’s Pictish past. Carved hunters on horseback chase wild boar that once roamed this area. Another stone cross – Macduff’s Cross – once stood on the hill above Newburgh. It is thought to have been a place of sanctuary for members of the Macduff Clan but today only the base remains.
Protestant Reformers probably destroyed the rest in 1559.
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5.3 miles (8.5 km) Remember your brakes on the very steep downhill back into Newburgh.
The Celtic cross of Mugdrum is a reminder of Newburgh’s Pictish past. Carved hunters on horseback chase wild boar that once roamed this area. Another stone cross – Macduff’s Cross – once stood on the hill above Newburgh. It is thought to have been a place of sanctuary for members of the Macduff Clan but today only the base remains.
Protestant Reformers probably destroyed the rest in 1559.
Properties
| Terrian | Some Hilly Streches |
| On Road / Off Road | On and Off Road |