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Islands · Central Scotland

Carcraig

In or near North Queensferry.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly

Carcraig — small island in the Firth of Forth, Scotland, UK.

Carcraig, islands in Central Scotland

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
4 h–12 h
Nearest railway station
Aberdour · 2.5 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Carcraig is a island in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "small island in the Firth of Forth, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 56.0337°, -3.2869°.

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Place summary

Carcraig is an island located in central Scotland, within the postcode KY3. It is known for its natural landscape and serves as a notable feature of the local geography.

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

Coordinates
56.0337, -3.2869
District
Fife
Postcode
KY3 0RQ
Parliamentary constituency
Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy
Nearest railway station
Aberdour2.5 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Carcraig?
Carcraig is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY3 0RQ).
What is Carcraig?
Carcraig — small island in the Firth of Forth, Scotland, UK.
How do I get to Carcraig?
The nearest railway station is Aberdour, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY3 0RQ.
Is Carcraig free to visit?
Yes, Carcraig is free to enter.
How do I get to Carcraig?
The nearest railway station is Aberdour, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY3 0RQ.