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Kingsbarns Beach stretches for approximately two miles and is bordered by rolling sand dunes, providing a picturesque backdrop for visitors. The Fife Coastal Footpath passes above the beach, making it a popular destination for walkers who come to enjoy the scenic views and tranquil atmosphere.
The beach is a haven for those who appreciate big skies and wide open spaces, with its 2-mile stretch of golden sands and interesting rocky outcrops. The beach is backed by low, grassy dunes and one of Scotland's finest golf courses. The dunes provide a habitat for a variety of insects and birds, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers. Visitors can enjoy rockpooling, exploring the many little pools exposed at low tide, where they can spot crabs, anemones, starfish, and a variety of small fish and shellfish. Fossil hunters also visit the beach, where they can find fossilised remains of plants from the Carboniferous period, dating back 335 million years.
Kingsbarns Beach has previously been awarded the Keep Scotland Beautiful Seaside Award, recognising its exceptional cleanliness and natural beauty.
The beach is located approximately 8 miles down the coast from St Andrews, making it an easily accessible destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Visitors can enjoy the beach at sunrise on a beautiful summer's day, taking in the magic of this special spot.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 100% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 55% |
| Min temperature | 11°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 19mph | |
The tide at Kingsbarns 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
Toilets
Litter bins
Free parking for 50 cars.
Dogs are allowed.
Beach cleaned weekly by the council.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Excellent water quality
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Kingsbarns Golf Links (0.3 miles)
Kingsbarns Distillery and Visitor Centre (1.1 miles)
Scotland's Secret Bunker (3.1 miles)
Crail Pottery (3.1 miles)
Crail Harbour (3.2 miles)
All distances are approximate
around 3 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 6 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 6 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 7 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 10 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 11 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 11 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 12 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 12 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 13 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 13 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 14 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 14 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 27 miles by road.
around 14 miles north as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 14 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 25 miles by road.
around 14 miles north as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 14 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 15 miles north as the seagull flies, around 35 miles by road.
around 15 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
Location: Kingsbarns
Location type: Village
OS Grid: NO602124
Coordinates: 56°18'10"N 2°38'37"W
Mapcode: GBR 2Y.6S0H
What 3 Words: tilts.hesitate.desiring
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: KY16 8SX
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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