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St. Andrews is a well-known visitor destination in Fife, and its beaches are one of the main reasons for visiting. East Sands, located on the south side of the old harbour, is a favourite among both locals and visitors to Fife. The beach features a sandy shoreline with a path on the inland side, making it an ideal location for walkers.
East Sands offers a range of amenities, including a café, play park, and toilet facilities (seasonal). The beach is also serviced by a nearby car park and first aid facilities, making it one of the most accessible beaches in the area. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, such as fishing, surfing, swimming, kayaking, and windsurfing. The beach is situated on the Fife Coastal Path and is close to the harbour and sailing club, making it perfect for water sports enthusiasts.
The beach is a great destination for families, with a children's play area and on-duty lifeguards during peak season. The café and nearby amenities make it an ideal venue for a fun-filled family day out at the seaside.
St. Andrews East Sands is adjacent to the Fife Coastal Path.
Harbour Sand Rock
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 16mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 91% |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 10°C |
| Wind 16mph |  |
The tide at St. Andrews East Sands is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 6:29 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 11:48 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Litter bins
Slipway
There is free parking next to the beach.
Dogs are not allowed on the beach.
Beach cleaned weekly.
Daily - 25th June - 4th September
Excellent water quality
around 2 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 5 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 6 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 8 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 9 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 9 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 9 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 9 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 10 miles north as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 10 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 10 miles south as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 10 miles south as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 10 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 11 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 11 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 12 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 27 miles by road.
around 12 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 12 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 27 miles by road.
around 13 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 13 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
Location: St Andrews
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: NO518162
Coordinates: 56°20'9"N 2°46'48"W
Mapcode: GBR 2R.4Z6G
What 3 Words: loafer.doubts.noun
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
Nearest postcode: KY16 8LB
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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