Beaches · Central Scotland
Balcomie Sands
In or near Pittenweem.
Balcomie Sands is a beach in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Summer (Jun–Aug)
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Balcomie Sands is a named beach on the United Kingdom coastline. Coordinates: 56.2840°, -2.5964°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Place summary
Balcomie Sands is a beach located in central Scotland, postcode KY10. This coastal area features sandy shores and scenic views, making it a notable spot in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 56.2840, -2.5964
- District
- Fife
- Postcode
- KY10 3XN
- Parliamentary constituency
- North East Fife
Sources
- osm: w636024257 (ODbL)
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Sauchope Links Holiday Park
Caravan parks · 2.1 km
Nearby
📷 3Golf courses · Central Scotland
Crail Golfing Society
Crail Golfing Society — golf club in Fife, Scotland, UK.
Castles · Central Scotland
Balcomie Castle (historical)
Balcomie Castle (historical) — a castle in scotland central.
Castles · Central Scotland
Balcomie Castle
Balcomie Castle — category B listed building-listed castle in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Lighthouses · Central Scotland
Fife Ness Lighthouse
Fife Ness Lighthouse — lighthouse at Fife Ness, Scotland.
Where to eat & stay near Balcomie Sands
Places to stay
Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Sauchope Links Holiday Park
Sauchope Links Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Sauchope Links Holiday Park
Sauchope Links Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
Hotels · Central Scotland
Balcomie Links Hotel
Balcomie Links Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.
B&Bs · Central Scotland
Cambo House
Cambo House — a bed-and-breakfast in scotland central.
Campsites · Central Scotland
Bankhead Farm
Bankhead Farm — a campsite in scotland central.
Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Kilrenny Mill Caravan Park
Kilrenny Mill Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
Places to eat & drink
Historic pubs · Central Scotland
12 Shore Street, Anstruther Easter
12 Shore Street, Anstruther Easter in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Railway Tavern, 14, 16 High Street West, Anstruther Wester
Railway Tavern, 14, 16 High Street West, Anstruther Wester in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Balcarres Arms Hotel, 59 Main Street, Colinsburgh
Balcarres Arms Hotel, 59 Main Street, Colinsburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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📷 4Frequently asked questions
- Where is Balcomie Sands?
- Balcomie Sands is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY10 3XN).
- What is Balcomie Sands?
- Balcomie Sands is a beach in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Balcomie Sands?
- The nearest town is Pittenweem. Drivers can use postcode KY10 3XN.
- Is Balcomie Sands free to visit?
- Yes, Balcomie Sands is free to enter.
- How do I get to Balcomie Sands?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KY10 3XN. It sits within the North East Fife parliamentary constituency.