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About Backmuir of New Gilston

Backmuir of New Gilston lies in rural Fife between the Howe valley and East Neuk coast. Access via A91 from Perth/Stirling through Cupar, or A90/M90 from Edinburgh. Local routes connect through Strathkinness from St Andrews. The name derives from the "back muir" - the rear moorland above the fertile Howe valley.

Where is Backmuir of New Gilston on the map?

Backmuir of New Gilston is in Scotland, at 56.267, -2.917 - about 15 km north-east of Pepper Hill, Fife.

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The closest airport to Backmuir of New Gilston is Dundee Airport, 34 km (about 36 min by car). Other airports nearby: Edinburgh Airport.

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