Visiting the picturesque small town of Culross on the Firth of Forth in Fife, with its collection of wonderfully preserved 17th Century buildings, cobbled streets and narrow wynds, gives the impression that you have stepped back in time. The remains of Culross Abbey are certainly worth exploring and have a wealth of history attached to them. The Abbey was founded in 1217 by Malcolm, 3rd Earl of Fife and was originally a Cistercian monastery. Part of the Abbey is still used as the present parish church. We enjoyed the peace and tranquility of this beautifully tended walled garden which we happened upon by chance while walking up to the abbey.