A new photography exhibition celebrating Kirkcaldy’s changing landscape has opened at Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy.

The exhibition, in the building’s community gallery, was originally produced to mark the 120th anniversary of Kirkcaldy Photographic Society, and brings together historic and contemporary images of the Lang Toun, and shows how familiar places have changed over time.

With support from Fife Health Charity, it will run for nine months, with 80 images in total featured across the exhibition period.

An initial selection of 40 photographs, hung society members Rab Kerr and Andrew Mitchell, will be on display until mid-July, followed by a further 40 which will remain on show until the end of the exhibition.

The exhibition can be seen at the Victoria Hospital's community gallery (Pic: Submitted)

placeholder image — The exhibition can be seen at the Victoria Hospital's community gallery (Pic: Submitted)

The photographs featured include well-known and much loved local landmarks such as Beveridge Park, Ravenscraig Castle, Kirk Wynd, Seafield Tower and Sailors’ Walk. They offer a powerful visual record of how the town’s streets, coastline and public spaces have evolved over time, while retaining their strong sense of local identity.

Cathy Davies, president of Kirkcaldy Photographic Society, said: “This exhibition is a special way for us to celebrate both the history of our society and the history of Kirkcaldy itself. By placing historic images alongside contemporary photographs, we hope visitors will enjoy reflecting on how the town has changed over the years, while recognising the familiar landmarks that continue to shape Kirkcaldy’s identity.

“We’re delighted to have the opportunity to share this work with the community in such a well used public space, and we’re grateful to Fife Health Charity for their support.”

The Vic’s community gallery provides an opportunity to showcase local artists and community groups while helping to create a more welcoming and calming environment for patients, visitors and staff. It has been supported by Fife Health Charity as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing hospital spaces across the region.

Mark McGeachie, director of the charity, said: Showcasing local photography within our hospital spaces helps to create a more welcoming environment and gives patients, visitors and staff the chance to connect with the local area while they are here.”

The exhibition is free to view and is located within the gallery, adjacent to the ‘Grab & Go’ coffee shop.