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Burntisland Beach

(Burntisland Sands)

Fife, Scotland


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Burntisland Beach, located on the shores of the Firth of Forth, offers a traditional seaside experience with a range of facilities and activities for visitors to enjoy. .

Burntisland Beach is a sand and rock beach situated east of Burntisland, providing stunning views of the Firth of Forth. The beach boasts a traditional seaside setting, complete with a promenade, making it an ideal destination for families.

The beach offers a variety of facilities and activities to cater to different interests. These include:

* A modern leisure centre

* Seaside Park

* Crazy golf

* Bouncy castles

* A summer fairground

The beach provides a range of amenities and features that make it an attractive destination for visitors. Its traditional seaside setting and promenade offer a classic beach experience, while the various facilities and activities available ensure that there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Harbour Sand Rock

Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 96%
Max temperature 16°C
feels like 16°C
Wind 18mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 57%
Min temperature 11°C
feels like 12°C
Wind 18mph

The tide at Burntisland Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 5:47 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 11:33 AM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Detailed weather and tides »

Recommended holiday cottages near Burntisland Beach

Things to do and see in the area

The Dive Bunker (0.3 miles)
Museum of Communication (0.5 miles)
Burntisland Golf House Club (0.5 miles)
Aberdour Castle (3 miles)
Silver Sands Spa (3.1 miles)
Aberdour Golf Club (3.1 miles)
King Tours Scotland - Private Day Tours (3.5 miles)
Beveridge Park (3.5 miles)
Inchcolm Abbey and Island (3.8 miles)
Adam Smith Theatre (4.2 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Burntisland

Location type: Town

OS Grid: NT240859

Coordinates: 56°3'38"N 3°13'14"W

Mapcode: GBR 27.Q2DX

What 3 Words: code.skimmers.makeup

Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.

Country: Scotland

Local Authority: Fife Council

Nearest postcode: KY3 9JZ

(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)

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