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St Andrews Castle on the Fife coast
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Dog-friendly Fife and Kinross: cafes, stays, walks and days out

Short answer: Yes, Fife and Kinross has dog-friendly options. We list 27 checked places so far, including Forrester Park Resort, DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Queensferry Crossing, The Nethergate, Newhill Farm Cottages. Each listing shows where dogs are allowed, any fees, the source and the date we last checked it.

Last updated 24 October 2026

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Cafes, pubs and restaurants (8)

Prost Coffee at Abbot House Dunfermline

Inside: Well behaved dogs are welcome

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

The Bruce Arms Limekilns

Inside: Dogs are allowed, according to the pub's facilities list

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Arina Meze Bar Burntisland

Inside: Well behaved dogs are welcome. Dog friendly indoor seating is limited to the window table and must be requested when booking

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

114 Bistro Burntisland

Inside: Dogs are welcome in the dog friendly area, with a limit of two dogs per booking

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Shieldbank Cafe Saline

Inside: Dogs are welcome

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

The Village Cafe Ceres

Inside: Dogs are welcome

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Loch Leven's Larder Kinross

Inside: Only service dogs are allowed inside the Larder Outside: Other dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas and the outdoor Canopy Cafe, which has water bowls and a tap. Not in the enclosed play park

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Balgedie Toll Tavern Wester Balgedie, Kinross-shire

Inside: Dogs are welcome in a small dog friendly area, which is popular. Book ahead

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Places to stay (12)

Forrester Park Resort Cairneyhill, near Dunfermline

Inside: Good tempered and groomed dogs are welcome

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Queensferry Crossing North Queensferry

Inside: Dogs are welcome in the pet friendly standard and deluxe rooms. Outside: Not stated.

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

The Nethergate Kinghorn

Inside: Dogs are welcome

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Newhill Farm Cottages Auchtermuchty

Inside: Dogs are welcome at the cottages by prior agreement, one dog per cottage. They are not allowed upstairs or on the furniture £30 per dog

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Silverburn Park Pods Leven

Inside: Dogs are welcome in the pods £10 per booking for dogs

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Leven Beach Holiday Park Leven

Inside: Not applicable Outside: Pets are allowed in the touring area. They are not allowed in the tents

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

The Steadings Bed and Breakfast Kettlebridge, near Cupar

Inside: Dogs are welcome in The Steadings Self Catering Accommodation and Beech Lodge, by prior arrangement

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

The Kithmore Hotel St Andrews

Inside: Dogs are welcome in the dog friendly bedrooms and the dog friendly dining areas

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Tayport Links Caravan Park Tayport

Inside: Not applicable Outside: Dogs are welcome. The park says there are plenty of walks nearby

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Larick Campsite Tayport

Inside: Not applicable Outside: Dogs are welcome free of charge, up to two per pitch. Keep them on a short lead on the site None

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Source: Venue website

Gallowhill Campsite Kinross

Inside: Not applicable Outside: Dogs are welcome, free of charge, with a private dog walk on site None

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Source: Venue website

Loch Leven Lodges Loch Leven, Kinross-shire

Inside: Well behaved pets are welcome in the lodges

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Walks (3)

Hooves 'n' Paws Fife Secure Dog Park Cardenden

Inside: Not applicable Outside: Bookable secure dog field. Dogs must be on leads in the external car parks

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Falkland Estate Falkland

Inside: Dogs are welcome in the cafe, with water bowls. Outside: Dogs are welcome on the estate. Keep them on leads and under close control, as there is livestock and wildlife.

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

St Andrews Dog Run St Andrews

Inside: Not applicable Outside: Bookable private run where dogs can go off the lead. Bring your own water

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Days out (3)

Dunimarle Castle Culross

Inside: Assistance dogs are allowed inside the castle Outside: Dogs are welcome throughout the estate and in the gardens, on a lead

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Cairnie Fruit Farm Cupar

Inside: Dogs on a lead are welcome. There are a few areas they cannot go Outside: The farm has a large open play area for dogs

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Lindores Abbey Distillery Newburgh

Inside: Terms say pets are not allowed inside the visitor centre or distillery, except guide and hearing dogs Outside: Supervised pets are allowed on the cafe terrace, and water bowls are outside

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Shopping (1)

Lochend Farm Shop Scotlandwell, Kinross-shire

Inside: Well behaved dogs are allowed in the conservatory area of the cafe Outside: Dogs have water bowls ready

Dog policy checked

Source: Venue website

Still being researched here: beaches. We only publish places once their dog rules are confirmed.

Walkers and their dog beside Loch Morlich
Photo: Julian Paren, CC BY-SA 2.0, cropped
A dog walk on the beach at Nairn
Photo: John M, CC BY-SA 2.0, cropped

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FAQ

Is Fife and Kinross dog friendly?

Yes, Fife and Kinross has dog-friendly options. We list 27 checked places so far, including Forrester Park Resort, DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Queensferry Crossing, The Nethergate, Newhill Farm Cottages. Each listing shows where dogs are allowed, any fees, the source and the date we last checked it.

How many dog-friendly places are listed in Fife and Kinross?

27 so far. By type: cafes, pubs and restaurants 8; places to stay 12; walks 3; days out 3; shopping 1. We last checked a listing here on 24 October 2026, and we add places only once their dog rules are confirmed.

How much do places to stay in Fife and Kinross charge for dogs?

Charges we have recorded: Newhill Farm Cottages: £30 per dog; Silverburn Park Pods: £10 per booking for dogs; Larick Campsite: None; Gallowhill Campsite: None.

Do dogs need to be on a lead?

Many walks and estates here ask for leads, especially near livestock and ground-nesting birds from April to July. Follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code and any local signs.

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