Looking for fun things to do in Fife? In light of the Pittenweem Arts Festival in August, why not visit some of Fife’s best known art galleries?
The Wade Gallery
Overlooking the harbour in the East Neuk town of Elie, the Wade Gallery is home to new, established and up and coming contemporary artists from all around Scotland. As Fife is widely known as one of Scotland’s top holiday destinations, exhibitions are usually held in the summer months of July and August.
Fisher Studio & Gallery
For over a decade, Fisher Studio & Gallery has been showcasing some of Scotland’s best known contemporary artists. Situated in the picturesque fishing village of Pittenweem, their many exhibitions and prints have become a place for young up-and-comers and talented graduates to show their work.
Cupar Arts
Cupar Arts is more than just an art gallery. It’s a creative space with contributing members from all over the Fife market town of Cupar. Successfully showing the work of over 200 artists, Cupar has turned traditional contemporary visual art on its head, by presenting art in a rural context. If you’re lucky enough to be in Cupar during their biannual art festivals or looking for things to do in Fife, you’re in for a treat.
Art Room 59
Art Room 59 is a wonderful artsy shop specialising in unique items at affordable prices. With a variety of arts and crafts from across the UK, you’ll find strange but cool items which are perfect for quirky gifts and home décor. With on-street parking, friendly assistance and gift wrapping to boot, it’s well worth a visit.
Maisie & Mac
Hosting work from over 70 artists, this gallery and shop combo sells a range of carefully selected quirky gifts, from paintings and sculptures to jewellery and ceramics. On exhibition until the 15th of August is the beautiful atmospheric work of Tracey Kinniburgh, dramatic flowers by Victoria Scrivener-Anderson and the quirky stylings of Linda Thomson.
Artery Gallery
If you’re in the mood for some unique, one-of-a-kind art pieces and designs, Artery Gallery is the perfect place for you. Their wide range of contemporary art, handmade crafts and designer jewellery is sourced from around the world. Catering for crafty novices and art connoisseurs alike, Artery Gallery’s creative blend of quirky and quimsical is well worth a visit.
If visiting art galleries isn’t exactly your cup of tea, see what TripAdvisor and Visit Scotland suggests you do to make the most out of your time in Fife. With distilleries, galleries, museums, historical tours and more, Fife is on the fast track to the top of every traveller’s bucket list. Alternatively, take the road less travelled, get off the beaten track and hire a Tourer Pitch from Silverdyke Holiday Park. Because when it comes to things to do in Fife, is the sky’s the limit.
