Achi news desk-
The area, described as one of Crail’s most beautiful and iconic spaces, is maintained by a group of volunteers.
Community asset transfers were introduced in 2015 by the Scottish Government in an attempt to give communities more control over local assets.
At a meeting of Fife Council’s Cabinet Committee, councilors agreed to transfer ownership of the forest to the local partnership for £1 to allow the partnership to access more external funding to manage the area as a community green space.
Fife Council communities spokeswoman Councilor Linda Erskine welcomed the agreement. He said: “This is great news for the local community.
“Denburn Woods is a popular local asset in Crail and is a frequently used scenic route. The Crail Community Partnership are worthy custodians of its future.”
