Zooming in on part of the postcard image posted yesterday, there was a bakery for a long time in these buildings next to the Keil burn. David Watson ran the business, sometimes referred to as the 'Keilside Bakery', during the early 20th century. When his death was reported in the Courier on 11 July 1935, it stated that "for almost 30 years he had carried on most successfully the business of "Watson the baker" at The Brig, Lundin Links. His vans served an extensive area." It also noted that Mr Watson had won many prizes and competitions for his baking and confectionery art.
Going back to 1836 and the same premises are listed for sale in the Fife Herald of 3 March. This detailed advert gives an idea of the extent of the property and the elements of which it comprised. It was at that time used for brewing as well as baking.
Over the decades, the bakery premises changed hands several times. Eventually the buildings were converted into houses.
Over the decades, the bakery premises changed hands several times. Eventually the buildings were converted into houses.
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