Fife holiday park re-opens its doors

One of Fife’s biggest holiday parks is gearing for its re-opening.

Pettycur Bay Holiday Park, in Kinghorn, will welcome back home owners from Friday, July 3 – and it is also taking bookings from visitors.

It’s a major step forward after a three-month lockdown, and a move welcomed by the family which owns the huge park.

But while Pettycur’s leisure facilities, together with the Horizons Restaurant & Waterfront Bar, will remain closed,, the Wallace family, are confident that the hospitality sector in Scotland is on its way to recovery.

They have plans to open a new outdoor area for food and drink on Monday July 6, subject to Scottish Government regulations giving the go-ahead.

Tommy Wallace, director, said: “Many of our holiday homeowners will be delighted to be able to visit their holiday properties here after what has been a tumultuous few months for the country.

“Along with many other holiday parks in the country, we can now start the climb back, and hopefully obtain some all important summer trade.”

And he hopes Pettycur will get a spin-off from the predicted boom in ‘staycations’ as people opt to holiday in Scotland rather than go abroad.

He said: “Clearly the staycation is going to be to the fore this summer, so we are pleased to be partially re-opening for the traditional Scottish school summer holiday period. It’s a start for sure.”

“We can welcome self contained motor homes and tourers too at Pettycur, but we can’t as yet take tents, as our toilet and shower block is still closed.”

The centre has included all safety measures, and has been offering a takeaway menu for the past few weeks.

Added Mr Wallace: “Some of our chefs were brought back to the kitchens to work on a new takeout menu.

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“So far it has gone down very well locally. There has been a huge demand for different providers of carry out food. We’re known for our delicious gluten free options too, so it has helped provide choice to this sector of the community.

“Now those staying on the park can also take advantage, and have food delivered straight to their holiday homes.”

He aims to re-open his restaurant and bar in the middle of July, and is looking for the green light to launch is planned outdoor dining area.

He added: “We are very fortunate here to have so much room on the estate with a number of viewpoints where you can take advantage of the vistas over the beach and Firth of Forth. Our great strength here is our fresh air and wonderful setting.”

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