Lathones is a small settlement in the council area of Fife, Scotland. It is situated within the historic civil parish of Cameron and lies in the eastern part of the county, a short distance west of the town of St Andrews. The community consists primarily of residential dwellings surrounded by agricultural land. Lathones falls under the jurisdiction of Fife Council for local government services.
Geographical context: The settlement is located near the A91 road, which provides transport links to nearby towns and the broader region of eastern Scotland. The surrounding landscape is characteristic of the lowland areas of Fife, featuring mixed farmland and patches of woodland.
Administrative classification: Lathones is part of the parliamentary constituencies of North East Fife for the UK Parliament and the Scottish Parliament. It is also within the postal district that serves the surrounding area of Fife.
Historical and cultural notes: There is limited published information on the historical development of Lathones. The name is believed to be of Scots or Gaelic origin, possibly derived from elements meaning “the hills” or “the low ground,” although specific etymological analysis is not definitively documented.
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