A booklet produced by Kirkcaldy Civic Society sheds some fascinating light on their stories.We dipped into it for this second gallery of photos to give a snapshot of the streets where you live.
And if you missed our first round up, here’s the link:
5. Kirkcaldy's street names
Kidd Street: Mr Scott was a joiner and owner of a sawmill in Kirkcaldy. He built the houses in Kidd Street and named it after his wife’s maiden name. Photo: na
6. Kirkcaldy's street names
Marion Street: The street was named after Marion Young, who was the daughter of William Young who owned Links Street Pottery. Photo: na
7. Kirkcaldy's street names
Clark Place: Another street named after a local man - Charles Clark was a coal merchant. He also served in the Town Council from 1923-29. Photo: na
8. Kirkcaldy's street names
Buchanan Court/Street: These streets took their name from a 19th century property developer. He built cheap working class houses. Buchanan Court was the site of the Robertson and Adam tile works - the street was originally known as Causengutter Wynd. Photo: na