The lovely town of Culross, in Fife, in has been used in several Outlander episodes. The town is owned by the National Trust for Scotland (NTS) who have been instrumental in helping preserve the town’s historical buildings, many dating to the 18th century.

Why is Culross a Royal Burgh?

The Royal Burgh Culross was an important religious centre as early as the 6th century. The monks mined coal, and over the next centuries the small town became a centre for the coal trade, so much so that the Culross chalder became the standard Scottish unit of measure for weighing coal.

Is Culross a nice place to live?

The beautiful conservation village of Culross is a really different place to live. It is historic and quirky and has a very lively community, but has a restful and relaxing pace of life. With cobbled streets and secret gardens, it’s always a magnet for tourists and film-makers.

Is Culross Palace dog friendly?

Only assistance dogs are permitted inside Culross Palace and the Palace Garden. We welcome children of all ages, but we ask that buggies are stored in our safe place while you explore the property. Please see our drop-down Facilities below for more helpful information about planning your visit.

Did they use Falkland Palace in Outlander?

Falkland Palace Filming took place in Falkland village in October 2013 for Season 1, and in January 2016 for Season 2. In Season 1, the village, home to Falkland Palace, is re-cast as 1946 Inverness, where Claire and Frank stay on their second honeymoon.

What is Culross famous for?

Culross has been a Royal burgh since 1588; and with its striking buildings and winding cobbled streets, a visit to the area will transport you straight back in time to 16th and 17th century Scotland. Culross was then a thriving community trading with other Forth ports and the Low Countries in salt and coal.

Does Culross have a beach?

Culross Beach This sandy beach also has rockpools with an abundance of marine life. It is situated in a historical town which has featured in the Scottish TV series, Outlander.

Is Culross on the coast?

Culross is one of the starting points for the Fife Pilgrim Way and is on the Fife Coastal Path.

Can you take dogs to Falkland Palace?

There are several cafés and tearooms in Falkland village. We regret that dogs are not permitted in any part of the palace or garden, with the exception of assistance dogs.

Are dogs allowed in the Jigger Inn?

Review of The Jigger Inn. Lovely view of The Old Course, Semi dog friendly! Love this pub, special place over looking The Old Course and absolutely great on the dry sunny days. Such a shame dogs aren’t allowed inside as we would have gone down in the evening as well.

Where is the black Kirk in Outlander?

Culross West Kirk
The West Kirk, near Culross, is the site of the Benedictine abbey, the Black Kirk. In “The Way Out” the Black Kirk is blamed for Tammas Baxter’s illness, the villagers believing him to be possessed after visiting the kirk.

What to do in Culross Palace?

The streets of Culross have appeared many times in the hit US TV series Outlander. Explore Culross Palace, with its tiny rooms, connecting passageways and painted ceilings.

Who owns Culross Palace in Scotland?

It is now owned and cared for by the National Trust for Scotland. Outlander fans who know Culross Palace will be aware that it has been used for filming several times. Appearing in seasons 1, 2 and 4, its rooms, courtyard and gardens have been used to great effect in many scenes.

Are there any accessible areas in Culross?

There are cobbled streets throughout the town. Culross Palace, Study and Town House are unsuitable for visitors with limited mobility due to uneven surfaces and spiral staircases, but the palace garden may be suitable, with difficulty, for wheelchairs. We have an ongoing programme of accessible content development.

Where is Fife and where is Culross?

Fife: About 7 miles west of Dunfermline, in village of Culross, on minor roads north of B9037, on north side of Firth of Forth, at Culross Palace.