Where is Castle Sands?

Castle Sands is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY16 9BE).

How do I get to Castle Sands?

The nearest railway station is Leuchars, about 7.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY16 9BE.

Is Castle Sands free to visit?

Yes, Castle Sands is free to enter.

How do I get to Castle Sands?

The nearest railway station is Leuchars, about 7.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY16 9BE.

Beaches · Central Scotland

Castle Sands

In or near Strathkinness.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly👪 Family-friendly

Castle Sands is a beach in the United Kingdom.

The Bottle Dungeon, St Andrews Castle - geograph.org.uk - 1131155 — Gwen and James Anderson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–3 h
Best time of year: Summer (Jun–Aug)
Nearest railway station: Leuchars · 7.4 km

Free entry
Family-friendly
Dog-friendly

Castle Sands is a named beach on the United Kingdom coastline. Coordinates: 56.3419°, -2.7890°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.

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Official information

St Andrews Castle is a historic site that served as a bishop's palace, fortress, and state prison over its 450-year history. Visitors can explore the infamous bottle dungeon and admire the Hamilton Façade, which showcases the architectural grandeur of its time.

Place summary

Castle Sands is a beach located in central Scotland, postcode KY16. This coastal area is known for its scenic views and proximity to historical sites.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 56.3419, -2.7890
District: Fife
Postcode: KY16 9BE
Parliamentary constituency: North East Fife
Nearest railway station: Leuchars — 7.4 km
Official site: www.historicenvironment.scot

Sources

osm: w134642442 (ODbL)

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Historic churches · Central Scotland

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Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland

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Where to eat & stay near Castle Sands

Places to stay

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Hotels · Central Scotland

Hazelbank Hotel

Hazelbank Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.

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Hotels · Central Scotland

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Entrance to former West Infant School, Market Street, St Andrews - geograph.org.uk - 6109900

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Hostels · Central Scotland

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Hotels · Central Scotland

Seaton House

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Caravan parks · Central Scotland

St. Andrews Holiday Park

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Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Cairnsmill Caravan Park

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