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Balmullo

Scotland, United Kingdom · Europe

About Balmullo

Balmullo works well as a base: 15 minutes from Newport-on-Tay, 26km from Glamis Castle.

Balmullo is a town located in Scotland, United Kingdom. With a population of 1,430, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Balmullo sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Balmullo to your route.

About Balmullo

Balmullo (Gaelic: Baile Mhullaich) is a village in Fife, Scotland. It is 7 miles (11 km) from the town of St Andrews and near to the villages of Lucklawhill, Guardbridge, Dairsie and Leuchars. Army base Leuchars Station is also nearby.

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Balmullo offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Balmullo located?

Balmullo is located in Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 56.3769 latitude, -2.9294 longitude.

What is the population of Balmullo?

Balmullo has a population of approximately 1,430 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
1,430
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Scotland
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
56.3769, -2.9294

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Balmullo

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

St Andrews

Historic university town and home of golf, with a ruined cathedral, medieval castle and the world-famous Old Course links.

9 km · about 15 min drive

museum

V&A Dundee

Scotland's first design museum in a striking Kengo Kuma waterfront building, celebrating the country's rich design heritage.

9 km · about 15 min drive

restaurant

Anstruther Fish Bar

Multiple UK Fish and Chip Shop of the Year winner on the harbourfront of the East Neuk's prettiest fishing town, frying haddock landed along the Fife coast. Eat on the sea wall watching the boats.

22 km · about 25 min drive

castle

Glamis Castle

The childhood home of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, steeped in legend and set in the scenic Angus region of Scotland.

26 km · about 30 min drive

racetrack

Knockhill Racing Circuit

Scotland's national motorsport centre, a compact but thrilling circuit with sharp elevation changes near Dunfermline.

45 km · about 50 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Calton Hill

An accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.

49 km · about 55 min drive

museum

National Museum of Scotland

A stunning Victorian and modern building housing diverse collections from Scottish history to world cultures and natural science.

50 km · about 60 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh

Ancient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic summit.

50 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Balmullo

  • 49 kmCalton HillAn accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.
  • 50 kmArthur's Seat, EdinburghAncient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic summit.
  • 50 kmThe Royal MileEdinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.
  • 52 kmQueensferry CrossingThe world's longest three-tower cable-stayed bridge, opened in 2017, carrying the M90 high over the Firth of Forth alongside its famous Victorian and 1960s neighbours: three centuries of bridges in one view.
  • 64 kmCairnwell PassThe highest main road in Britain at 670m, where the A93 crosses the Grampians at Glenshee between Braemar and the ski centre. The famously steep Devil's Elbow hairpins lie just below the summit.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

May to September

Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Balmullo.

Leuchars

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 km awayPop. 2,200

Newport-on-Tay

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7 km awayPop. 4,203

Cupar

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8 km awayPop. 9,270

Tayport

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 3,920

Saint Andrews

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 18,410

Dundee

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

11 km awayPop. 148,210

Invergowrie

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

12 km awayPop. 1,770

Monifieth

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

14 km awayPop. 8,210

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