Tentsmuir Sands Beach
Tayport, Fife
A large sandy beach backed by Tentsmuir forest and an expanse of sand-dunes.
Beach Type
SandFacilities
ToiletsCafe
Disabled parking
Picnic area with access to the beach
Activities
Beach fishingWalking
Cycling and horse riding
Nature and Wildlife
There are three miles of sand to walk along or a three mile marked route through the pine-forests. There is a nature reserve and seals can sometimes be sighted in the water.Parking
Parking is available. a charge applies.Water Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
NoAwards and Recommendations
Marine Conservation Society RecommendedLocation
Nearest town: TayportCounty: Fife
Latitude/Longitude: 56.4075, -2.80871
Postcode: KY16 0DR
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
From Dundee take the Tay road toll bridge before turning off onto the A914 towards leuchars. From Leuchars follow signs to Kinshaldy. The beach is past Kinshaldy.Nearest Railway Stations
Leuchars (for St. Andrews) (Approx. 4 miles away)Broughty Ferry (Approx. 5 miles away)
Monifieth (Approx. 5 miles away)
Balmossie (Approx. 5 miles away)
Barry Links (Approx. 6 miles away)