Fife community bids to take over beauty spot

Crail Community Partnership has been given the green light by Fife Council to take control of three local beauty spots through community asset transfers – Bow Butts park, the Pinkerton Triangle and South Kilminning.

Following a successful crowdfunder for the park, the group has now launched a new fundraiser to help it purchase South Kilminning.

The funding will be used for legal fees and the first phase of work.

A spokesperson said: “This is a very significant section of land with more potential for strong impact of wildlife, especially migratory birds. And as an additional outdoors attraction for Crail residents and visitors alike.”

They continued: “Recent rare birds sitings have drawn large numbers of bird enthusiasts.

“The site includes a wildlife reserve currently leased to The Scottish Wildlife Trust.”

Rewards are being offered to donors, from plaques thanking those who have given money, to high-quality prints.

The crowdfunder for Bow Butts ended last week and passed its target.

For more information about the project, or to donate, visit the fundraising website – www.crowdfunder.co.uk/south-kilminning-community-ownership.