Memorials & monuments Β· Central Scotland
Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate
In or near Kirkcaldy.
Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate β category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 minβ45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Kirkcaldy Β· 2.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Raith Tower, you can take a train to Kirkcaldy station, which is 2.6 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate is a category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB9688). 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 10/09/1979 Local Authority Fife Planning Authority Fife Parish Kirkcaldy And Dysart NGR NT 24957 91880 Coordinates 324957, 691880 β Early 19th century. 3-storey, square-plan lookout tower with inside stair, crenellated parapet and round angle-turrets. Harled brick. Vaulted 1st storey with pointed arches, and turnpike stair inside. β Several stone coffins, urns and human bones have been found on Cormie Hill which is thought to have been a military station at some time. Used as a private museum until the 1970s, now derelict.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
Raith Tower is a memorial located on Comrie Hill within the Raith Estate in central Scotland. It is designated as a category B listed building, highlighting its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 56.1138, -3.2084
- District
- Fife
- Postcode
- KY2 5YB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy
- Nearest railway station
- Kirkcaldy β 2.6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17808235 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate?
- Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY2 5YB).
- What is Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate?
- Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate β category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate?
- The nearest railway station is Kirkcaldy, about 2.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY2 5YB.
- Is Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate a listed building?
- Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate free to visit?
- Yes, Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate is free to enter.
- How do I get to Raith Tower, Comrie Hill, Raith Estate?
- The nearest railway station is Kirkcaldy, about 2.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY2 5YB.