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Good climbing hill for cycling on MTB or gravel tyres only. Watch out for grumpy fisherman and the crinkly bottoms of naked doggers

Still tricky to get bikes across the reservoir as the larger gate at one end is padlocked & the smaller gate is too small to push an adult bike through up on its rear wheel. The fence alongside had been “lowered” & we lifted our bikes over between us (heavy e-bikes with panniers). Care was needed in doing so as it’s a narrow grassy verge with water below. Wouldn’t have managed this had I been cycling solo.

Pretty but busy on nice days

Constructed in 1880, Harperleas Reservoir is the highest in a series of reservoirs built to supply drinking water to the towns of Kirkcaldy and Dysart. There are several lovely walks here, including the Four Reservoirs Circuit, which takes in the eastern shore of Harperleas.

Benarty Hill at 1,167 feet (356 m) is but a small mound in Scotland, and it is a relatively straight-forward hill walk to get to its trig pointed top, but it is huge in rewards with stunning views down over Loch Leven. The best way up is from the south, where you will have a short, steep climb up through the trees to get to the summit plateau and the trig point. The best way back is simply to retrace your steps. This has simply got to be one of Scotland’s underrated hills.

Some areas may be flooded but overall easy accessible

Lovely big loop to get some running in away from the roads. It can get really muddy in sections, generally in the South West. Lots of dog walkers and occasional cows!

Loch Ore is a beautiful wild area managed by Fife Council. The loch and surrounding area are popular for running, walking, cycling and bird watching. The running around the loch is a really nice loop and it's also great for families.