Public art & sculpture · Central Scotland
The Hands
In or near Kinglassie.
The Hands — a public art in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Markinch · 4.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Hands is a public art located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The Hands is a public art installation located in central Scotland. It is notable for its distinctive design and serves as a significant landmark in the area.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 56.2052, -3.1952
- District
- Fife
- Postcode
- KY6 3PF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glenrothes and Mid Fife
- Nearest railway station
- Markinch — 4 km
Sources
- osm: node/2551540686 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Hands?
- The Hands is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY6 3PF).
- What is The Hands?
- The Hands — a public art in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Hands?
- The nearest railway station is Markinch, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY6 3PF.
- Is The Hands free to visit?
- Yes, The Hands is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Hands?
- The nearest railway station is Markinch, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY6 3PF.