Buckhaven Heritage Regeneration Project

Published 30th June 2023

Fife Council and Fife Historic Buildings Trust have been successful in their bids for funding from the Heritage Fund and Historic Environment Scotland for the development phase of the Buckhaven Heritage Regeneration Project, which aims to bring the historic town centre of Buckhaven back to life.

We will work with the local community to invest in Buckhaven’s historic buildings and streets to support the town’s future. The project will include a mix of historic building projects and improvements to public spaces.

There will also be a wide range of heritage activities for the community, and traditional skills training for young people and the local construction industry.

Christine May, Chair of Fife Historic Buildings Trust, said: “This is a really exciting opportunity for Buckhaven, and we are looking forward to working in partnership with the community and Fife Council to explore the local heritage, discover the places and stories that are important to people, and develop a range of heritage projects that will support the town’s future. 

“For centuries Buckhaven played an important role in the economy of Fife and it will be great to bring that history to life. 

“We are absolutely thrilled for Buckhaven, and we can’t wait to get started.”

The project will now be developed further throughout 2023 and 2024 and, if project funders are supportive of the plans, the project will begin in autumn 2024 and will run until 2029.

Watch this video to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMLgMO8XrT8

Keep an eye out on our Buckhaven Project Page