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The Great Britain Guide

Historic bridges Β· Central Scotland

Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie

In or near Windygates.

Free admission

Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie β€” category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Don't feed the horses^ - geograph.org.uk - 6514174

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–30 min
Nearest railway station
Markinch Β· 2.6 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Balfour Bridge in Milton of Balgonie, the nearest railway station is Markinch, located 2.6 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is KY7 6QB, and entry to the bridge is free.

Directions on Google Maps β†’

About

Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie is a category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB42987). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

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Heritage listing

Category B Date Added 01/03/1996 Local Authority Fife Planning Authority Fife Parish Markinch NGR NO 32422 00565 Coordinates 332422, 700565 β€” Probably rebuilt 19th century. Single arch bridge over River Leven. Squared and coursed rubble with ashlar coped parapet and circular terminal piers. Armorial panel (from previous bridge?) to E. β€” Situated on access route to site of 17th century Balfour House (home of the Beatoun?s) remodelled by David Bryce in 1853, of which only the walled garden (listed separately) remains.

From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.

Place summary

Balfour Bridge is a bridge located in Milton of Balgonie, central Scotland. It is designated as a category B listed building, recognising its historical and architectural significance.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
56.1929, -3.0905
District
Fife
Postcode
KY7 6QB
Parliamentary constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife
Nearest railway station
Markinch β€” 2.6 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie?
Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY7 6QB).
What is Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie?
Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie β€” category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie?
The nearest railway station is Markinch, about 2.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY7 6QB.
Is Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie a listed building?
Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
Is Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie free to visit?
Yes, Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie is free to enter.
How do I get to Balfour Bridge, Milton of Balgonie?
The nearest railway station is Markinch, about 2.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY7 6QB.