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Cardenden

Scotland, United Kingdom · Europe

About Cardenden

Cardenden works well as a base: 5 minutes from Kinglassie, 19km from Queensferry Crossing.

Cardenden is a town located in Scotland, United Kingdom. With a population of 4,913, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Cardenden 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 Cardenden to your route.

About Cardenden

Cardenden (card-un-DEN; ) is a Scottish town located on the south bank of the River Ore in the parish of Auchterderran, Fife. It is approximately four miles (six kilometres) northwest of Kirkcaldy. Cardenden was named in 1848 by the Edinburgh and Northern Railway for its new railway station. A former mining town,

Read more Cardenden had a reported population of 448 in 1891 that had increased to 5,533 as of 2011. Areas of Cardenden include Auchterderran, Bowhill, Dundonald, the Jamphlars, New Carden and Woodend.

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What are the best things to do in Cardenden?

Cardenden 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 Cardenden located?

Cardenden is located in Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 56.1431 latitude, -3.2569 longitude.

What is the population of Cardenden?

Cardenden has a population of approximately 4,913 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
4,913
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Scotland
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
56.1431, -3.2569

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 Cardenden

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Knockhill Racing Circuit

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

15 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Forth Bridge

UNESCO-listed Victorian cantilever railway bridge spanning the Firth of Forth, a masterwork of 19th-century engineering in 54,000 tonnes of steel.

18 km · about 20 min drive

cafe

The Bikers Cove

A waterfront biker cafe in South Queensferry beneath the iconic Forth bridges, offering stunning views and a warm welcome to riders.

19 km · about 20 min drive

bridge

Queensferry Crossing

The 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.

19 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Calton Hill

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

21 km · about 25 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.

22 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Edinburgh Castle

Dramatic fortress perched atop Castle Rock, dominating the Edinburgh skyline for over 900 years.

22 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Edinburgh Zoo

Scotland's capital zoo home to the UK's only giant pandas and over 1,000 rare and endangered animals.

22 km · about 25 min drive

Driving roads near Cardenden

  • 19 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.
  • 21 kmCalton HillAn accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.
  • 22 kmThe Royal MileEdinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.
  • 23 kmArthur's Seat, EdinburghAncient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic 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 Cardenden.

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7 km awayPop. 50,370

Leslie

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7 km awayPop. 3,050

Thornton

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7 km awayPop. 2,110

Glenrothes

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