Carnock, Dunfermline, KY12 9JF

Carnock is a village and parish in Fife, Scotland, situated approximately 4 ¼ miles (7 km) west of Dunfermline. The village lies within the postal district KY 12 and is part of the historic county of Fife. It is a small settlement with a Gaelic name, A' Chàrnaich, reflecting its Scottish heritage. The nearest larger town is Dunfermline, which lies about 3 miles (5 km) to the east, and historically served as the de‑facto capital of Scotland between the 11th and 15th centuries. The area around Carnock is characterised by rural surroundings and proximity to the northern shore of the Firth of Forth. Residents benefit from the village’s close link to Dunfermline, which offers a wider range of services and amenities. The locality’s setting within Fife provides access to regional transport routes and the scenic countryside of eastern Scotland.