Dunfermline has more than its share of pubs, which has always been appreciated by the locals, but they often change hands, undergo a revamp, or close down and reopen under a new guise.

Here we look invite you to use our interactive sliders to compare how some current pubs look with how they used to be.

The Watering Hole - The Haberdashery

Located on the New Row, the Watering hole was a place where punters could relax for about five minutes before being challenged to a game of pool or darts. It closed it’s doors in 2016, making it’s way for the Haberdashery bistro to open up in 2021, focusing more on food. The beer garden still makes for a fantastic place to spend an afternoon in summertime.

Barley Sheaf 2010s - 2024

The Barley Sheaf on Evershed Drive has stood the test of time, but with a major facelift in the early 2010’s. One of the only pubs in a residential estate as opposed to the city centre, it has maintained a loyal group of locals and functions as something of a community hub for Pitcorthie people.

The Elizabethan

Likewise, the Elizabethan on Halbeath Road is hardly recognisable compared to back in the 2000s. Its location near East End Park makes the pub a favourite with football fans, particularly away supporters on their way to see their team play Dunfermline Athletic. The refurbishment has made

Thirsty Kirsty's - The Monarch

Thirsty Kirsty’s on James Street became the Monarch Bar in 2016. Like its predecessor, the Monarch routinely plays host to musicians of all types, and is a nice place for a game of pool.

Thistle Tavern - Rumblingwell

Baldridgeburn’s Thistle Tavern was refurbished in 2018, and is now the Rumblingwell. Described as bright, modern, and spacious, it’s a popular place for locals of all ages to grab a drink.