Leslie is a quiet rural community in central Fife, developed along a ridge sheltered on the north by the Lomond Hills, west of Glenrothes overlooking the River Leven. Leslie was originally known as Fettykil until 1283 when Norman de Leslie obtained a grant of land. Leslie was made a burgh of barony in 1458. The principal industry was handloom weaving and by the 19th century the town flourished as a centre of spinning, bleaching and papermaking. Leslie’s medieval layout consisted of the Church on the Green, marking the centre of the village, and houses at the head of Green Wynd. Leslie Church built in 1868 replaced earlier churches; at the front is the Bullstone, a relic of county fair entertainment and a reminder of the cruel sport of bull-bating. The forty inch high stone has a groove running around the middle was where a bull was tethered, bulldogs originally bred for this purpose, were encouraged to attack the bull. The High Street consists of many historical buildings including the Town Hall 1872, the Parish Church 1879, a Baptish church 1880, a variety of shops, pubs and other amenities. Nearby Strathendry Castle c1600 and Leslie House 1667, have interesting histories and architectural features.
Dentist
Leslie Dental Practice
Shabgard Dental Surgery
Doctor
Leslie Surgery
Suzanne Boyce & Partners
Pub and Bar
Burns Tavern
Coach House Inn
Rothes Oak Bar
The Clansman
The Prinlaws
West End Bar
Restaurant
Taxi
Associated Taxi Cabs Ltd
Doherty Taxis
Express Taxis
Quick Cabs
Shops
Places to Stay near Leslie
The Forbes Arms Hotel (5.16 miles)
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Kildrummy Inn (9.69 miles)
Burnett Arms Hotel (9.84 miles)
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Kildrummy Castle Hotel (10.17 miles)
Bennachie Lodge Hotel (10.19 miles)
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Castle Hotel (10.74 miles)
Thainstone House Hotel (11.26 miles)
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Kintore Arms Hotel (11.34 miles)
Situated in the historic town of Inverurie, The Kintore Arms Hotel dates back to 1855 and is still an integral part of the community.
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Meldrum House Hotel, Golf & Country Estate (13.09 miles)
We are one of Scotland's finest Country House Hotels set in 350 acres of mature woodland and rolling parkland. We have a relaxed home from home atmosphere.Our 18 hole Golf ... More
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