Coach Friendly

Welcome to Dunfermline: A Coach-Friendly Destination

Why Bring Your Group to Dunfermline?

As Scotland’s ancient capital, Dunfermline offers a perfect mix of rich history, vibrant culture, and modern amenities, making it an ideal stop for coach tours. We’re proud to be a coach-friendly city, providing everything you need to make your visit seamless and enjoyable.

Why Coach Drivers Love Dunfermline

• Hassle-Free Access:
  Well-signposted routes and clear directions for navigating the city.
• Warm Welcome:
  Local businesses and attractions appreciate coach tours and are ready to provide top-notch service.
• Recognition for Your Hard Work:
  Drivers can enjoy discounts at select attractions and eateries, ensuring you’re rewarded for bringing your group to our city.

Attractions Your Group Will Love

• Dunfermline Abbey and Palace: Step back in time to discover the resting place of Scottish kings and queens.
• Pittencrieff Park (The Glen): A stunning green space perfect for a leisurely stroll or group picnic.
• Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum: Celebrate the life of Dunfermline’s most famous son.
• Heritage Quarter: Explore cobbled streets lined with unique shops, eateries, and galleries.
• Check out Welcome to Fife for inspiration

Convenient Coach Parking

• Five designated parking spaces for coaches are available at Pittencrieff Park
  • Coaches of any size
  • Free Parking
  • Postcode: KY12 8QH
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• Two designated parking spaces for coaches are available at Glen Bridge Car Park
  • Maximum coach size 32 seater
  • Free Parking
  • Postcode: KY12 8DF
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Easily accessible drop-off and pick-up points close to major attractions

• James Street
  • Bus Stance (C)
  • Coaches of any size
  • Postcode: KY12 7QE,
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• Moodie Street
  • Outside Andrew Carnegie Birthplace
  • Coaches of any size
  • Postcode: KY12 7PL.
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• Carnegie Drive
  • Outside Kingsgate Shopping Centre
  • Coaches of any size
  • Postcode: KY12 7HJ,
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• Heritage Quarter
  • St Margaret Street
  • KY12 7PE
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  • This point is not recommended for coaches over 32 seater due to the tight cobbled streets around the city centre.

Coach Friendly Map - Drop off points, parking, LoveFife Visitor Information points

Driver Amenities

Rest facilities for drivers, including clean toilets and refreshments available at the Peacock Rooms at the Glen Pavilion, Pittencrieff Park.

Drivers may redeem a complimentary tea, coffee, cake or sandwich from the Peacock Rooms. To redeem please follow the below procedure.

• On arrival at the Peacock Rooms please make yourself know to one of the venue supervisors
• Show any of the following forms of identification
  • Digital tachograph card or Driver CPC card
  • Work instruction ticket.
  • Company Name Badge
• Offer subject to availability
• 1 item per driver
• Failure to provide the correct form of identification may result in offer not being valid

Refreshment facilities also available at Glen Bridge car park. Currently no offers available from businesses.

Group-Friendly Dining Options

Dunfermline boasts an array of restaurants and cafes offering group menus, quick service, and dietary options. Whether your passengers are seeking a traditional Scottish meal or international cuisine, there’s something for everyone. For large groups booking ahead of arrival is preferred however there are plenty options around the city centre for visitors to choose from.

Mobility Options for Passengers

Fife Shopmobility proudly supports the Confederation of Passenger Transport’s (CPT) Coach Friendly accreditation, enhancing accessibility for all visitors arriving by coach. This recognition ensures that coach passengers, including those with mobility challenges, can seamlessly explore Dunfermline. Upon arrival, passengers can access the free mobility services, offering manual and powered wheelchairs, as well as electric scooters, facilitating effortless navigation of the city centre shopping areas and heritage area.

By integrating Shopmobility services with the Coach Friendly scheme, Fife ensures a welcoming and accessible experience for all visitors, fostering sustainable and inclusive tourism.

Guests are advised to where possible pre-book the service in advance to ensure availability, if pre booked guests will be welcomed at James Street Bus Stance C.

Should guests wish to access the service on arrival please visit Shopmobility in the Kingsgate Shopping Centre.

• Head into the shopping centre from James Street
• Walk straight ahead in the centre and then head to the right
• Visitors can either use the escalators outside Debenhams store or use the lifts to the ground floor
• Shopmobility can be found on the ground floor next to the Debenhams store
• Please note this service has limited range for support service across the city centre
• Shopmobility is a charity who offer the service for free. Donations welcome

Contact Shopmobility Fife

Dunfermline
Ground Floor
Kingsgate Shopping Centre
Dunfermline
KY12 7QU

Email: dunfermline@shopmobilityfife.uk
Call: 01383 661455
Tuesday-Friday
9.30am-1pm
1.30pm-4.30pm

Plan Your Visit Today

For up-to-date information about parking, amenities, and special events, contact our visitor support team at promoting.fife@fife.gov.uk

Bring your group to Dunfermline and discover why we’re one of Scotland’s most coach-friendly destinations. We look forward to welcoming you!