Fife Forge

20/06/2026

19/06/2026

Introducing our newest Kirkcaldy featured artist: Nauman!

Nauman creates vibrant colourful emotional pieces featuring bold abstract figures imbued with elements of Fauvism and Expressionism.

He is very passionate about his work and you can read his thoughts in the attached artist profile.

Limited edition prints of his works, and the originals on application, are available for viewing & sale exclusively in our gallery & gathering space at Fife Forge 69 High Street, Kirkcaldy.

Take the opportunity to view beautiful unique works by a promising new artist right here in the Kirkcaldy High Street.

JD

18/06/2026

Ravenscraig Castle Restoration Proposal Update

It is still very early days, but we are continuing to build some momentum on the early stage assessment process for the castle restoration, with David Torrence MSP continuing to engage with Historic Environment Scotland.

In addition, we have got support from architects & archeologists Simpson & Brown who are keen on helping. They are particularly keen on a first phase re-roofing of the castle to prevent degradation, which is in accordance with current conservation good practise.

The attached drawings are by Simpson & Brown and give us a peak at what a restored Ravenscraig Castle could look like. John

18/06/2026

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18/06/2026

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Behind the antiques, books and collectables at Fife Forge, 69 Kirkcaldy High Street, something quietly special is taking shape.

17/06/2026

Mining Road Trip

We had a small trip to Cardenden yesterday to pick up some mining plates. We have 3 local mine plates to add to the Lang Toun Little Museum.

Norrie Menzies also kindly donated 3 great items for our Museum, a miners pick axe from Seafield and two Deputy sticks.

'A Deputy's Stick or Gas Probe was used by mine deputies and shotfirers, it allowed miners to test for dangerous, explosive gases (like methane or "firedamp") in the upper, out-of-reach areas of a coal seam or roof. An aspirator bulb and a tube attachment would be attached to the stick. Deputies would squeeze the bulb to draw gas samples from high, inaccessible cavities in the mine roof. '

We also stopped off at the impressive mining memorial at Lochore Country Park on the way back.

Remember to visit the wonderful Mining Museum at West Wemyss this summer, just along the road from Kirkcaldy, the Old Wemyss Ways Heritage Centre, 65 Main St, West Wemyss, Kirkcaldy KY1 4SP.

We sell various mining treasures at Fife Forge on behalf of the Old Wemyss Ways Heritage Centre, with proceeds going towards supporting both our Museums.

Mining was a tradition and way of life that was once synonymous with Kirkcaldy and Fife. It was also a dangerous one in which many men, women and children lost their lives in pursuit of the black gold; over 15000 in Scotland alone. Least we forget.

JD