Lochore Castle Ruins – Loch Ore loop from Ballingry

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Lochore Castle Ruins – Loch Ore loop from Ballingry

Moderate

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Lochore Castle Ruins – Loch Ore loop from Ballingry

02:41

10.4km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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660 m

Sandy Wood

Forest

1.67 km

Lochore Castle Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

A motte and bailey tower from 1300's. Originally on an island.

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2.99 km

Lochore Meadows Double Gates Trail

Highlight • Lake

This trail has it's fair share of gates, there must have been half a dozen double gates the same as the photo. There are loads of single gates also, they …

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3.64 km

Lochore Meadows Country Park Lake

Highlight • Forest

Surrounded by beautiful fields and forests Lochore is a joy to cycle around with plenty of wildlife to spot along on the way.

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3.96 km

Loch Ore is a beautiful wild area managed by Fife Council. The loch and surrounding area are popular for walking and bird watching. It's great for families with some nice short walks, play areas and a beach.

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4.26 km

Bridge Over Lochore Meadows

Highlight • Bridge

Within Lochore meadows and a lovely spot to give those legs a well deserved rest. I’ve never cut across the meadows before, always preferring the roads, but I always will …

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9.27 km

Mary Colliery Winding Gear and Mining Train

Highlight • Monument

The Mary Colliery opened in 1904 and worked two shafts until 1966. It was once the deepest mine in the area with a network of tunnels under what is now …

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9.83 km

White Wood

Forest

10.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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