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Blairadam Forest

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About Blairadam Forest

Blairadam has now re-opened with the exception of the Kelty Glen Trail. Visitors are asked to exercise caution as some blocked paths may still exist due to storm damage (Updated 23 January 2012) 

The estate of Blair Crambeth was bought by the Scottish architect Sir William Adam in 1733. After building Blairadam House he added neighbouring estates to his land. In common with other landowners across Scotland at this time, he began to plant trees to create an attractive landscape and to produce commercial timber.

Most of this forest was felled during World War One. The Forestry Commission replanted the forest primarily with conifers such as Sitka and Norway spruce.

Whilst still producing commercial timber, Blairadam Forest also has a large network of paths and roads to explore. 

How to get there:

Kelty, Cowdenbeath, and Dunfermline are the nearest towns or villages.

Take junction 4 from the M90 and head west along the B914.

OS Grid Reference: NT120950
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com

Places to go in Blairadam Forest

Blairadam Wood

Other places to go in this area

Facilities:

Parking

Activities:

WalkingCyclingHorse RidingArtsHeritagePicnic

Contact

Jenny Ventham
Community Ranger
01555 660190
e-mail: jenny.ventham@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

User Comments

3 Stars 3 Stars

Great forest and lovely trails. Unfortunately it is often spoiled by illegal motocross bike riders riding at high speed along the footpaths and mountain bike trails. This is very dangerous and the noise spoils the atmosphere.

ForestWalker, 28/Jan/2012

If you encounter motocross riders using forest trails illegally, call the police and pass them as much detail as you can regarding location, numbers of bikers and descriptions. When you make your report ask for an incident number. You can also pass the incident nymber to our local office so that our team can follow up with the police. Public assistance in dealing with the issue of illegal motorised access is very much appreciated - but we always caution that you should not at any time put yourself at risk. Do not confront anyone. Report it to the police.

Forestry Commission Response
5 Stars 5 Stars

It's a beautiful forest, unfortunately wind developers have submitted an application to develop a wind farm near the area, will certainly ruin the feel of the place.

TerryM, 13/Nov/2011

I grew up in kelty. Me and my dog called scott explored every inch of Blairadam. From doo hill castle to lassodie . Happy childhood

David skinner, 29/Nov/2010
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Walking guide

Cover of the Blairadam Forest walking leaflet
Download the Blairadam Forest Leaflet (PDF 975Kb).