Limekilns Scout Slipway

Slipway Infront of building used by Limekilns Scout Group.

Updated: August 15, 2025

Description

At the Eastern end of the village of Linekilns, there is a small slipway in front of the 81st Fife Sea Scouts building. Ownership of the slipway is uncertain, but nearby buildings are used by Limekilns Scout Group.

Located around 2.5 nautical miles upriver from the Forth Bridges, Limekilns Scout Slipway is on the Northern shore of the Firth of Forth, close to the dockyard at Rosyth.

The slipway is of concrete construction and runs across the beach, extending towards the mud flats. It is only accessible towards the top of the tide as the solid surface does not extend far onto the mud.

The slipway is most suitable for hand-launched boats due to the buildings at either side near the top. Parking is available further along the foreshore or along nearby roads.

The slipway is located close to Capernaum Pier, which is the home of Forth Cruising Club, so facilities are available within a short distance.

The village of Limekilns is well served with cafes and pubs, but you will need to venture further afield for shops and fuel.

Contact Details

Coordinates: 56.031532, -3.477025

Address: Limekilns, Dunfermline, KY11 3HZ

Facilities

  • Parking Available

Roadside parking.

Slipway

Construction

Concrete

Vehicle Access

Slipway is located on a road, so vehicles can access it. Buildings are close by, so large vehicles may struggle with access.

Charges

Unknown

Club

Type

Scout Group

Membership Details

Scouts is available for young people, with adults welcome as leaders.