Published Date: Sep 2nd, 2025
THIS month, Fife is celebrating Doors Open Days 2025 – Scotland’s largest free festival that gives you the chance to explore Fife’s rich history, architecture, and cultural heritage.
Beginning in East Fife this weekend, Saturday 6th and 7th September, Doors Open Day will take place across three consecutive weekends and all participating venues, many of which are often not normally accessible, will offer you free entry and behind the scenes access.
A diverse mix of buildings and spaces will open their doors to locals and visitors alike, offering exciting opportunities to experience guided tours, expert talks, and family-friendly activities, trails, and exhibitions. From iconic landmarks to hidden architectural gems, most venues don’t require booking, although some may have limited capacity or scheduled tours.
In East Fife, venues include doocots, historic homes and coastal towers: Cupar’s 1940s House, Dreel Halls in Anstruther, Cambo Gardens, and more. For the first time, visitors can step inside the Cambo Mausoleum and explore the landscapes of the Erskine family estate, rooted in over 300 years of local history.
In Central Fife on Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 September 2025, discover the heart of Fife with access to town halls, churches, and heritage centres in places like Kirkcaldy, Burntisland, and Glenrothes, along with specialist tours and exhibitions.
The final weekend of Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 September 2025 will be the turn of West Fife, where you’ll have the chance to explore Dunfermline’s historic civic buildings, Aberdour’s heritage sites, and charming community projects that reveal the stories of West Fife’s past and present.
Planning your Doors Open Day weekend couldn’t be simpler - visit www.welcometofife.com/event/doors-open-day-2025 to download your free brochure and begin exploring.
