East Sands Beach
East Sands Beach
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ch00chter
Buchlyvie, UK469 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2021 • Couples
Popped along for a wee visit to eat our fish suppers. Managed to get a parking space (normally it's choc a bloc. Beach was busy with loads of surfers, a few wild swimmers (very brave) and a rowing boat, with plenty of walkers. Children's play area was busy also. Had a pleasant stroll to the harbour and back via Kinkell BRAES end
Written 25 October 2021
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family4Fife
St. Andrews, UK21 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
June 2021
The great thing about this beach is that it is small and sheltered. The harbour is nearby and the waves are gentle.
The West sands is an expanse of sand but is very open and can be a little windy - although...it too is exceptionally stunning.
I am not aware of public toilets at the East sands, so this could be problematic if you plan to stay all day.
There is a swing park for the kiddies and snack bars too.
The view is outstanding!
Written 28 June 2021
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dundeetravellermrshc
Dundee, UK4,698 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
July 2021 • Couples
Another luvly beach to visit, down by the harbour area. A wee cafe with outside seating, also a cheesey toast shack to visit. Picnic benches and childrens play area. Worth a visit. :)
Written 13 July 2021
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Ann C
Airdrie, UK104 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2019
I love this beach as it has its own lifeguards to watch everyone and make sure we are all safe . Toilets nice and clean too and plenty car psrking space .Beautiful sands
Written 30 November 2019
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Toky
Scotland, UK129 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
June 2021
We visited several times this week as it’s in a good location. Lovely walk along the beach to the harbour wall. Snack bar, ice cream parlour and toilets nearby
Written 10 June 2021
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ajdmouse
Stirling, UK163 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
Avery different experience from West Sands; East Sands is smaller and more enclosed but can still be windy.. Great for a walk with or without dog and more family friendly
It has the famous cheese shack too
Written 24 August 2020
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elizabeth5142015
Edinburgh, United Kingdom123 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
July 2018 • Family
Lovely beach and nice walk with our dog. Stopped off at the snack bar/ice cream shop. Staff lovely and delicious ice cream cones.
Written 15 July 2018
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PonyUpMum
292 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
June 2023 • Family
Always really quite clean and well kept. Good for a stroll along with the kids while inevitably waiting for the swimming pool to open
Written 1 June 2023
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Lins
6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022
This is a great beach for an early morning swim. Easy parking just at the back of the beach. If the tide is in it gets deep quite quickly so no long wading out. Clean, beautiful and very handy.
Written 25 February 2022
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emma
36 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022
Great beach walk! Lots of dog walkers out and about and a beautiful view of the ocean. Visited on a day trip to St Andrews and would highly recommend this and the West Sands beach too!
Written 9 February 2022
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