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Welcome to Thornton

Thornton is a Scottish civil community within the unitary authority of Fife


Thornton is a village in Fife, Scotland. It is between Kirkcaldy and Glenrothes, and stands between the River Ore to the south and the Lochty Burn to the north.

Contact Information

Address
c/o 2 Park Place
Thornton
Kirkcaldy
Fife
KY1 4AN

Forthcoming Meetings

There are currently no scheduled meetings.

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News

Recreation

Help Us Bring New Play Equipment to Thornton Memorial Park

Thornton Community Council is calling on local residents, families, businesses and supporters to help transform Thornton Memorial Park by supporting our new community crowdfunder

Community

Party in the Park 2026

Another great day in Memorial Park for our community!

Transport

14-Month Road Closure for Thornton

Thornton residents have been informed this week of major disruption terminating access to the village from the south, starting in only five weeks-time on 12th May and lasting for 14-months.

Council Business

IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM THE COMMUNITY COUNCIL – PLEASE READ

Thornton Community Council: Membership Appeal

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  • Community Policing Team (Police Scotland)

    Contact details for Community Policing Team

  • Thornton Event Calendar

    Calendar for all publicly accessible events in Thornton, as well as useful reminders. Email us with details if you’d like to add an event

People

Area Information

Stats

Population Estimate 2253
Unitary Authority Fife Council
Country Scotland
Postcode District KY1 4
Dialling Code 01592
Police Force Police Scotland
Fire Authority Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Health Area NHS Fife