Keep Scotland Beautiful

Beach Awards and Coastal Campaigns: Award Winning Beach

St Andrews West Sands

Image of St Andrews West Sands

Famous for the opening scenes of the film Chariots of Fire West Sands extends for almost two miles of uninterrupted sand backed with dunes and the world-renowned golf course. The beach is about 15 minutes walk from the town centre. There is plenty of car parking, lots of information available and zoning of the beach to keep sand yachts and families apart. It is very popular for walking and running on as well as for swimming. Shops and restaurants are close by and there are plenty of wet weather alternatives, including the Golf museum and nearby Castle and Cathedral.

Facilities

17 Years of Seaside AwardBlue Flag AwardRecreationalWildlifeFamilySandyDunesSurfingWind SurfingCanoeingCafeToiletsDisabled Visitor FacilitiesDisabled Access to BeachFirst AidLifeguardDog Restricted AreaDog Exercise AreaCrazy GolfPay ParkingDisabled ParkingTownHarbourShopsHistoric

Directions

The beach is accessed from A91 Cupar - St Andrews road. It is 15 minutes walk from the bus station.

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Robbie Blyth
Telephone: 08451 55 55 55 444981
http://www.fife.gov.uk
robbie.blyth@fife.gov.uk