Links Market

The Links Market in Kinghorn is one of those historical spots that doesn't announce itself loudly, but once you know it's there, it makes sense of the whole town layout. This is where the town's medieval heart beat - a market ground that's been operating in some form since the 1200s, though what you see today is mostly the bones of that history rather than a functioning market in the old sense.

It's primarily a place for history enthusiasts and anyone curious about how Scottish coastal towns actually developed. You won't find much in the way of attractions or facilities - it's more about understanding the geography and reading the landscape. The market ground itself is open access, and you can wander round free of charge to get a sense of its importance to Kinghorn's medieval economy.

Really, it works best as part of a broader walk around Kinghorn itself. Spend thirty minutes here, then explore the harbour and foreshore which still carries echoes of the trading activity that once defined the place. It's not a destination in itself, but it fills in gaps if you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks - Kinghorn Harbour Holiday Park is practically on the doorstep, while Pettycur Bay and Sandhills are short drives away.

Walkers will appreciate the coastal connections and the way the market's location reveals medieval trading routes. For families, it's brief but educational. Don't expect ruins or reconstructions - just the space where something important once happened.