Beach Type

sand

Facilities

Village
Shops
Toilets
Disabled toilets

Activities

Swimming
Fishing
Nearby golf course

Nature and Wildlife

The beach is connected to the Fife Coastal Path which runs from the Forth Bridge to the Tay Bridge. Several bird species can be seen in the area including redshank. turnstone and oystercatcher. Seals and dolphins are also sighted regularly.

Parking

Free parking for 50 cars

Water Quality

Acceptable

Lifeguard

No

Cleaning and Litter

The beach is cleaned at least once per week by Fife Council. Litter and Dog bins present.

Dogs

Dog owners are encouraged to keep their dogs under control in line with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code which states dogs should be at heel or on a lead.

Awards and Recommendations

Green Coast Award

Location

Nearest town: Kingsbarns
County: Fife
Latitude/Longitude: 56.3021, -2.63985
Postcode: KY16 8SX
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

The beach is off the A917 Crail - St. Andrews and a 10 minutes walk from village. There is ample car parking.

Public Transport

Kingsbarns is served by the number 95 Fife Stagecoach bus service. For information on timetables and bus routes go to www.stagecoachbus.com or call 0870 608 2 608

Nearest Railway Stations

Leuchars (for St. Andrews) (Approx. 11 miles away)

Tourist Information

Tourist information Centre Crail. Museum & Heritage Centre.62 - 64 Marketgate. Crail Tel: +44 (0) 1333 450 869

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Kingsbarns