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Ladybank

Scotland, United Kingdom · Europe

About Ladybank

Ladybank works well as a base: 5 minutes from Freuchie, 35km from Queensferry Crossing.

Ladybank is a town located in Scotland, United Kingdom. With a population of 1,530, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Ladybank 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 Ladybank to your route.

About Ladybank

Ladybank () is a village and former burgh of Fife, Scotland. It is about 62 kilometres (39 mi) north of Edinburgh, 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) southwest of Cupar, close to the River Eden. Its 2006 population was estimated at 1,582.

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What are the best things to do in Ladybank?

Ladybank 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 Ladybank located?

Ladybank is located in Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 56.2742 latitude, -3.1239 longitude.

What is the population of Ladybank?

Ladybank has a population of approximately 1,530 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
1,530
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Scotland
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
56.2742, -3.1239

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 Ladybank

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.

21 km · about 25 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.

23 km · about 25 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.

27 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.

29 km · about 35 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.

35 km · about 40 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.

35 km · about 40 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.

36 km · about 40 min drive

historic highway

The Royal Mile

Edinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.

36 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Ladybank

  • 35 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.
  • 36 kmThe Royal MileEdinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.
  • 36 kmCalton HillAn accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.
  • 37 kmArthur's Seat, EdinburghAncient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic summit.
  • 70 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 Ladybank.

Kingskettle

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Freuchie

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4 km awayPop. 1,240

Falkland

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5 km awayPop. 1,110

Auchtermuchty

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 2,120

Markinch

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 2,430

Kennoway

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 4,600

Cupar

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 9,270

Glenrothes

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 38,360

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