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Tayport Beach is a large expanse of sand and shingle situated to the south east of Tayport Harbour. The beach provides stunning views of the mouth of the Firth of Tay, and at low tide, a vast area of sand is exposed. However, the tide rushes in at high tide, and the entire area can be submerged.
This beach is an excellent spot for spotting dolphins, particularly between March and September. However, swimming is not recommended due to strong currents. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities, including walking along the promenade, having a picnic in the nearby park, and playing golf at the nearby Scotscraig Golf Club.
The beach is backed by a promenade and a park featuring a small lake and a children's play area, making it an ideal location for a family picnic. Tayport Links Caravan Park is located south of the beach, and the town offers a range of amenities, including shops, cafes, and bars. The Bell Rock Tavern, which has been serving visitors since 1871, and the Harbour Café are popular spots to relax and enjoy a meal.
Tayport Beach is adjacent to the Fife Coastal Path.
Harbour Sand Shingle
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 100% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 17mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 56% |
| Min temperature | 11°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 17mph | |
The tide at Tayport Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 11:58 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 6:22 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Food available
Shops
There is parking in the town.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
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Scotscraig Golf Club (0.4 miles)
Strachan Tours (0.4 miles)
Broughty Castle (1.1 miles)
Pirate Boats (1.1 miles)
Tentsmuir National Nature Reserve (1.5 miles)
Barnhill Rock Garden (1.7 miles)
Tentsmuir Forest (2 miles)
Drumoig Golf Course (2.6 miles)
Tatha Gallery (2.6 miles)
All distances are approximate
around 2 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 4 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 7 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road or 15 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road or 16 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 9 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 13 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 13 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 14 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 16 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 16 miles south as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 16 miles south as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 17 miles south as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 17 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 17 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 17 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 18 miles south as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 18 miles south as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
Location: Tayport
Location type: Town
OS Grid: NO461287
Coordinates: 56°26'50"N 2°52'29"W
Mapcode: GBR VN.4N7F
What 3 Words: pinches.detergent.calms
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: DD6 9EL
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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