Kinghorn - Pettycur Beach
Kinghorn, Fife
Pettycur Bay is a small sheltered sandy bay backed by sand dunes. It is an ideal spot to stop off and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Firth of Forth.
Beach Type
sandFacilities
VillageShops
Toilets
Harbour
Activities
SwimmingFishing
Nature and Wildlife
At low tide the beach expands for many miles allowing interesting coastal walks.Parking
Parking available for 50 cars. Parking fees apply.Water Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
NoCleaning and Litter
The beach is cleaned twice per week by Fife Council. this includes mechanical and manual beach cleaning. litter bins and dog bins present. Und.Dogs
Beach users are encouraged to keep their dogs under control in line with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.Awards and Recommendations
Green Coast AwardMarine Conservation Society Recommended
Location
Nearest town: KinghornCounty: Fife
Latitude/Longitude: 56.0628, -3.18168
Postcode: KY3 9SB
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
Access to Kinghorn is via the A921 by car/bus and 5 minutes walk from the train station.Public Transport
The nearest train station is Kinghorn train station. The Fife inner circle line serves this station. The inner circle line runs between Edinburgh and Glenrothes with Thornton via Fife's coastal towns and villages. Trains run frequently throughoutNearest Railway Stations
Kinghorn (Less than a mile away)Burntisland (Approx. 2 miles away)
Kirkcaldy (Approx. 3 miles away)
Aberdour (Approx. 5 miles away)
Cardenden (Approx. 6 miles away)