The late Queen and Duke of Edinburgh were here on a number of occasions, along with while Prince Charles and Princess Anne, the Princess Royal – and the region’s links with Prince William saw him return to St Andrews for a special anniversary celebration.

1. Royal visits to Fife
Prince Edward is given a tour of Falkland Palace in Fife during a visit in July 1989. Photo: Donald Macleod

2. Royal visits to Fife
Prince William and Kate Middleton return to St Andrews for the university's 600th anniversary celebrations. William and Kate sit at the Dias during the formal part of the visit. Photo: Ian Rutherford


4. Royal visits to Fife
Princess Anne speaking to children from the McKay School of Dancing on a visit to Glenrothes in Fife, July 1984. Photo: Hamish Campbell