COMPLETE BOOK LIST

KIRKCALDY CIVIC SOCIETY

History of the Kings and Other Kirkcaldy Cinemas

Kirkcaldy once had many cinemas. This book tells of how these picture houses sprang up around Kirkcaldy, how they operated, and their demise. Covers the Kings, Rio, Palace, Raith Luxury Cinema, Port Brae Picture House, Rialto/Gaumont and many others.

Beveridge Park in the Year 2000

The park was opened in 1892. The book tells of the history and evolution of the Beveridge Park over the years. Includes a poem about the park by Andrew Forrester.

Hunter Hospital / St. Brycedale House

A short history. Built as St Brycedale House, later converted to the Hunter Hospital. Chapters: 1. Introduction, 2. John Hunter, 3. St Brycedale House, 4. The Bequest,
5. A Bright Future, 6. Personal Recollections

Kirkcaldy's Churches Brief Histories

Tells of the many Churches in Kirkcaldy and Dysart. Also mentions the War Memorial. Includes "The Langtoon Grace" by David Galloway.

21 Years History of Kirkcaldy Civic Society

Founder members of KCS, the aims of the society, talks, walks, events, visits, visitors, exhibitions, newsletters, publications, plaques, concerns about the town, and ideas from 1974 to 1995 are all recorded in this book.

Guide to Kirkcaldy's Graveyards

General information on graveyards and a guide to interesting stones to be found in the main Kirkcaldy graveyards.

Kirkcaldy in a Nutshell

An introduction to Kirkcaldy. A short guide to the history of the town, its people and buildings.

Kirkcaldy Then and Now

Then and now photographs of areas in the town along with some of the history of what is shown.

Missed Along the Way

Written as a poem, the book mentions Kirkcaldy High Street shops of the period 1945 - 1970. Includes a section about Marjorie Fleming (Pet Marjorie) and another about the Chamber of Commerce.

Origin of Street Names, Kirkcaldy

How Kirkcaldy's streets got their name.

Robert Philp 1751 - 1828

Robert Philp is remembered in Kirkcaldy for the Philp Schools. Find out about the schools and what is known of his life, interests and activities.

Back 'o' the Toon

Tells of the expansion of Kirkcaldy inland from the mid 19th Century. Walkabout is from the junction of Dunnikier and Victoria roads to Pathhead Parish Church.

Burgh Boundary

The old Burgh Boundary of Kirkcaldy stretched from the harbour area, up Dunnikier Road, along Victoria Road, down Nicol Street to the esplanade. Walkabout from Kirkcaldy Museum to Nicol Street.

High Street

Walkabout from the harbour area to Nicol Street.

Links Street

Mentions Seafield Tower, the railway viaduct, Links Market and more. Walkabout from the Seafield picnic area to Nicol Street.

Pathhead

Find out about the "Feuars of Pathhead" and the nailmakers Adam Smith studied. Includes a short section on Ravenscraig Castle. Walkabout starts from the Port Brae car park, up the Path, along Commercial Street and ending at Ravenscraig Castle.

Rosslyn and St Clair Street

Covers the villages of Gallatown, Sinclairtown, Hawkly Muir and a section of Pathhead. The walkabout is from "Top O' Toun" bar to Ravenscraig Park.

Town Centre

Many influential (and rich) townsmen built their fine houses in the centre of Kirkcaldy. Walkabout from Kirkcaldy Museum and along Abbotshall Road, Nicol Street, Beveridge Road, Swan Road, George Street, Park Place, Town Square finishing at Wemyssfield.

Kirkcaldy's Plaques to People and Places

A record of the many plaques to be found in Kirkcaldy, their position, wording and some of the history as to why a plaque was placed on such a site.

Famous Folk Volume 1

William Adam, Robert Adam, Bailie Robert Philp, Dr John Philip, Marjory Fleming (Pet Marjorie), Sir Sandford Fleming

Famous Folk Volume 2

Adam Smith, Alexander Stewart, Thomas Carlyle, John McDouall Stuart, Thomas Elder & family, Anna Buchan (O. Douglas)

Famous Folk Volume 3

Families of Quyt or Whyt, Oswald of Dunnikier, Ferguson of Raith, Hutchison, Fergus, Malcolm, McIntosh, Lockhart, Aytoun, Nairn, Shepherd, Beveridge, Barry and Ostlere.

Kirkcaldy Remembered

Chapters: Introduction, 1. People, Famous and not so Famous, 2. Houses, Big and Small, 3. Streets and Shops, 4. Schools, 5. Sport and Leisure, 6. Churches, 7. Public Buildings, 8. Transport, 9. Industry, 10. Events, 11. Dysart

Volunteers' Green 1644 - 1992

An area of ground was given to the people of Kirkcaldy by King Charles I in 1644, today it is known as Volunteers Green. Our book covers the history of this area of ground near the shoreline.

James Reekie of Kirkcaldy his story from 1914 - 1940

This fascinating book covers James Reekie's schooldays, working life and married life. Mentions various places in the town, events and the difficult living conditions of the time.

Kirkcaldy A History and Celebration

The history of Kirkcaldy.

So You Think You Know ? Kirkcaldy

Facts, trivia and a quiz about Kirkcaldy.

Kirkcaldy Poems

Poems about Kirkcaldy by local authors.Includes the poem "Ballad of Bethelfield" by W. Allsop which tells the story of Reverend Shirra and John Paul Jones the privateer who sailed up the Forth threatening Kirkcaldy.

Kirkcaldy Remembered (small format A6)

Tea towel - Merchant's House

Kirkcaldy Civic Society Pen

Ballpoint pen. Text: KIRKCALDY CIVIC SOCIETY

Postcard

Shows 'Sailors' Walk'. The house is reputed to date back to 1459. Restored by National Trust in 1952. King Charles II spent a night in the house in 1651. Mary, Queen of Scots is said to have stayed here.

Kirkcaldy Civic Society Badge

House logo. Metal badge. 1.75cm width x 2.5cm height. Vertical pin. Was originally priced at £1.50.

Calendar 1992, 100 Years of the Beveridge Park

Postcards. Cover-Michael Beveridge, Raith entrance, Jan-Beechwood, Feb-Rugby Club building, Mar-lodge, Apr-lake, May-formal gardens, Jun-Bandstand, Jul-lake, Aug-Milton gates, Sep-Bowling green, Oct-Rock garden, Nov-Fountain, Dec-Bandstand

Kirkcaldy Civic Society 1995 - 2001

Follow up to '21 Years History' book. For committee, not for sale.

Kirkcaldy Civic Society Pen

Ballpoint pen. Text: KIRKCALDY CIVIC SOCIETY

Fife's Bridges

This publication looks at Fife's bridges and viaducts, their origins, dates, constructional materials and their place in the overall transport network of eastern Scotland. Colour photographs.

In the Steps of Adam Smith's Kirkcaldy

Adam Smith, the famous economist, was born in Kirkcaldy and wrote 'The Wealth of Nations' while staying at his mother's house in the town. Find out about the Kirkcaldy
Adam Smith knew. Includes a trail to follow.

The list below shows all the books and other items KCS have produced over the years.

For books that are currently available please use our current book list request form.

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