Beaches · Central Scotland
Pathhead Sands
In or near Pathhead.
Pathhead 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)
- Nearest railway station
- Kirkcaldy · 1.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Pathhead Sands is a named beach on the United Kingdom coastline. Coordinates: 56.1167°, -3.1427°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Place summary
Pathhead Sands is a beach located in central Scotland, postcode KY1. It offers a stretch of coastline that is typical of the region, providing a natural space for coastal activities. The area is primarily known for its scenic views and local wildlife.
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- Coordinates
- 56.1167, -3.1427
- District
- Fife
- Postcode
- KY1 2SQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy
- Nearest railway station
- Kirkcaldy — 1.6 km
Sources
- osm: w229970994 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
Ravenscraig Castle
Castles · 0.3 km
Path House (Pathhead Medical Centre), 3-9 Nether Street, Kirkcaldy
Historic houses · 0.4 km
Lookout Tower, Ravenscraig Park
Memorials & monuments · 0.5 km
Stanes
Public art & sculpture · 0.5 km
Pathhead
Towns & cities · 0.5 km
Feuars Arms, 66-68 Commercial Street, Kirkcaldy
Historic pubs · 0.5 km
East Bridge, East Bridge Flour Mills, The Path, Kirkcaldy
Historic bridges · 0.5 km
Kirkcaldy Harbour
Marinas · 0.5 km
Pathhead Evangelical Union Congregational Church, Pathhead Court, Kirkcaldy
Historic churches · 0.6 km
461 and 463 High Street, Kirkcaldy
Historic pubs · 0.6 km
Pathhead Parish Church, Church Street, Kirkcaldy
Historic churches · 0.6 km
The Royal Scot, 395-399 High Street, Kirkcaldy
Historic pubs · 0.7 km
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Feuars Arms, 66-68 Commercial Street, Kirkcaldy
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Places to eat & drink
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Feuars Arms, 66-68 Commercial Street, Kirkcaldy
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461 and 463 High Street, Kirkcaldy
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The Royal Scot, 395-399 High Street, Kirkcaldy
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pathhead Sands?
- Pathhead Sands is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY1 2SQ).
- What is Pathhead Sands?
- Pathhead Sands is a beach in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Pathhead Sands?
- The nearest railway station is Kirkcaldy, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY1 2SQ.
- Is Pathhead Sands free to visit?
- Yes, Pathhead Sands is free to enter.
- How do I get to Pathhead Sands?
- The nearest railway station is Kirkcaldy, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY1 2SQ.