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There is plenty to offer visitors to this part of the East Neuk of Fife. Local traders in Pittenweem High Street provide day to day amenities whilst art galleries, bistros, artisan shops and restaurant tempt you with that little bit extra. Pittenweem Arts Festival, takes place in the first full week of August and hosts both well established artists and newcomers.
The harbour is home to one of Scotland’s last remaining fishing fleets. At the shore end of the outer harbour wall, some of the paving stones have numbers engraved in them. The numbers are now randomly scattered, but once were vital to the smooth operation of the fish market. Before the pier was re-surfaced, the stones were placed in numerical order at the quayside running outwards from the shore. The first fishing boat to return with its catch placed its haul alongside stone number one, the second boat at stone two and so on. When the market opened, the fish was sold in strict order of landing. While visiting this part of the harbour, try to find the stones in order.
Gyles House, built in the 17thC for Captain James Cook who took Charles II to France after his defeat at the battle of Worcester in 1651.
Pittenweem owes its name to the Picts who called it after its best known feature, a cave associated with St Fillan. Literally translated, Pittenweem refers to the “pit” or “place” by the “weem” or “cave”. Not only did St Fillan convert the Picts to Christianity but he is reputed to have written in the dark confines of his cave aided only by the light of his glowing left arm. Re-discovered in the early 20th century, St Fillan's Cave can be visited in Cove Wynd.
Tolbooth Tower which once imprisoned witches waiting their unfortunate trials.
Kellie Lodging, on the High Street is a 16th century town house which once belonged the Earls of Kellie Castle. In 1651 the town entertained King Charles II to a meal on his way to Anstruther. The meal was served outside Kellie Lodging.
In the 13th century, monks based on the Isle of May moved to the Pittenweem Priory to escape the ravages of marauding pirates. The east gatehouse of Pittenweem Priory has survived but much of its stone was incorporated into the building of in 1589 which is situated on the same site.
The Mercat Cross, the symbol of the burgh’s right to hold markets and fairs, stands at the east end of the High Street.
The Gyles are located in the East Shores of Pittenweem harbour. Once at Pittenweem, follow signs for the Harbour. At the foot of the hill when you reach the Harbour, turn left and you will see Gyles House straight ahead. Pittenweem is primarily accessible by road, but is within relatively short distance from train stations, ferry ports and airports.
From Junction 3 on the M90 follow the A92 to Kirkcaldy. Take the A915 through Leven, as far as Upper Largo, then the A917 through the East Neuk fishing towns of St. Monans and Pittenweem to Anstruther.
The two main bus routes servicing Pittenweem and the East Neuk of Fife are the 95, running between Leven and St Andrews and the X58/X60 operating between Edinburgh and St Andrews.
Fife Stagecoach Website
The east coast railway line runs through Fife from the Forth Bridge to the Tay Bridge. The nearest stations are Cupar and Leuchars (serving St. Andrews) with links to Glasgow and Edinburgh.
National Rail Website
The closest main airport is Edinburgh international and is around a 1 hour drive from Pittenweem. However, Glasgow and Prestwick international airports are a slightly longer distance, but are within a 2-3 hour car journey from Pittenweem.
Rosyth Ferry Terminal (ferries from Zebrugge) is a 45 minute drive away.
November, December, January, February and March (excludes Xmas & New Year)
Feb. Half-Term and April (excludes Easter Holidays)
May, September and October
Easter Holidays, June, July and August
Xmas, New Year, Pittenweem Arts Festival
Men’s or Ladies’ Open Championships – Please telephone: +44 (0)1333 310695 or email: number2thegyles@yahoo.co.uk for prices
Short Break Holidays
Weekend (Fri - Mon) and Mid-Week Short Breaks are available - particularly between September - May.
Short Break holidays are available at the following prices:-
No pets allowed.
Bookings are normally for full weeks commencing Friday to Friday (Christmas and New Year may vary). Bookings are from 4.00pm on the day of arrival until 10.00am on the day of departure. Occupancy restricted to stated maximum number (excluding babies in cots).
A non refundable deposit of 30% is required. The balance of 70% is due 6 weeks before the holiday start date. Bookings made less than 6 weeks before the start date must be paid in full at the time of booking. We accept payment by sterling cheque.
Please note that bed linen is provided. A cot and high chair can be provided, at no additional charge - please remember to request, and also, to bring your own linen for the cot. Electricity and gas, central heating and hot water are all included in the price.
All members of the your party must agree to -
Number 2 The Gyles is a non-smoking apartment.
The owner or owners’ agent reserves the right not to accept arrivals after 9.00pm, and to require an additional payment, equivalent to one day’s rental, for late departures.
Use of Number 2, The Gyles is at the holidaymaker’s own risk. No liability shall fall on the owners or owners’ agent for injury to the holidaymakers or for loss of personal property belonging to the holidaymakers. We recommend that holiday insurance should be taken out. The full price is due for cancelled holidays and although we will do our best to re-let the cottage we recommend that holiday cancellation insurance should also be taken out.
Holidaymakers have the right to occupy the property for the purpose of their holiday only - Section 12(2) and paragraph 8 of the Housing (Scotland) Act applies.
By signing the booking form and / or by making an email, internet or telephone booking with deposit / payment made by cheque you are deemed to have accepted these booking conditions, and you must ensure that all members of your party understand and comply with these terms.
The owner or owners’ agent reserves the right to demand the immediate departure of any holidaymaker/s not complying with the booking conditions, or for any conduct detrimental to the property.
For availabiltiy listings, please visit Owners Direct Enquiries, please contact Robert and Linda Gault Tel: +44 (0)1333 310695 Email: number2thegyles@yahoo.co.uk
