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Elie Harbour Beach

(Earlsferry Beach)

Fife, Scotland


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Elie Harbour Beach is a charming and sheltered beach located in the picturesque town of Elie, in Fife, Scotland. .

The beach is composed of dark-golden sand backed by dunes, and its sheltered position means that it provides a safe location for bathing. At high tide, the beach appears modest, but as the tide goes out, it joins up with neighbouring Earlsferry to form almost a mile of sand.

Being located in a sheltered bay, by the harbour, Elie Harbour beach is a great spot for watersports, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and windsurfing. There are places to hire equipment if you fancy taking to the water, and lifeguards are on duty during the summer months.

With plenty of facilities close to hand, it is no surprise that this safe, sandy beach is a popular spot for families. Although it can get busy during the holidays, the expansive beach at low tide means that it rarely feels overcrowded.

Elie Harbour Beach is situated near Earlsferry in Fife, and is easily accessible for those looking to enjoy a day at the beach.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 100%
Max temperature 15°C
feels like 15°C
Wind 20mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 52%
Min temperature 11°C
feels like 11°C
Wind 19mph

The tide at Elie Harbour Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 5:20 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 11:21 AM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Elie Harbour Beach

Things to do and see in the area

St Andrews & Elie Sea Safari (0.2 miles)
Elie Deli (0.2 miles)
Elie Golf House Club (0.4 miles)
Ardross Farm Shop (1.3 miles)
Lady's Tower (1.6 miles)
St Monan's Windmill and Salt Pans (2.8 miles)
Kellie Castle & Garden (3.9 miles)
Anstruther Pleasure Cruises-Boat Day Tours (4.8 miles)
Anstruther Harbour (5.3 miles)

Places to eat near Elie Harbour Beach

Elie Beach Cafe (50 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Elie

Location type: Village

OS Grid: NT490998

Coordinates: 56°11'17"N 2°49'22"W

Mapcode: GBR 2Q.G1RM

What 3 Words: wiped.loosens.warthog

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: KY9 1DW

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