Things to See and Do
- The East Neuk of Fife is one of the driest and sunniest areas of Scotland.
- Pittenweem hosts its annual Arts Festival every August. There are many galleries to visit in the village, as well as many old fishing houses to see and closes to explore. Go and see St Fillan’s cave.
- We are only 5 minutes walk from the beach and harbour, which is home to the last fishing fleet in Fife.
- St Monans Windmill, Kirk and castle ruins are only 5 minutes drive away. Or 20 minutes along the Coastal Path.
- Isle of May Boat Trips from Anstruther Harbour, April to September. The island is the best puffin site in the UK. http://www.isleofmayferry.com
- The Fife Coastal Path – running from The Forth Bridges up through arguably some of the most stunning scenery in Scotland, through Pittenweem and onto the Tay Bridge. http://www.fifecoastalpath.co.uk/main.asp?cookies=True
- Golf! – there is only one Home of Golf, why go anywhere else? The place where the game was born is still the finest golf destination in the world. Boasting 45 excellent courses, the Kingdom of Fife has a range of golf to suit every ability and pocket. We can book tee-times in advance of your arrival.
- Kellie Castle & Gardens, nr. Pittenweem. Great views of the Firth of Forth and Bass Rock. http://www.nts.org.uk/Property/38/#
- Anstruther is home to the UK’s best fish and chips. The Scottish Fisheries Museum is well worth a visit. http://www.scotfishmuseum.org/
- Secret Bunker, nr. Anstruther. Open Easter to October. http://www.secretbunker.co.uk/
- Crail is home to the famous pottery shop.http://www.crailpottery.com/ Try fresh lobster and crab at the harbour kiosk.
- The Byre Theatre, St Andrews – Scotland’s only 5 Star Arts Attraction. For tickets and information – http://www.byretheatre.com/
- St Andrews Aquarium. http://www.standrewsaquarium.co.uk/
- British Golf Museum, St Andrews. http://www.britishgolfmuseum.co.uk/
- St Andrews Castle, Cathedral and other places of interest in the area. http://www.visit-standrews.co.uk/standrewscastle.cfm
- Walk in the grounds of St Andrews University buildings. Try and play the Himalayas putting course. Take the wee (and big) ones to Craigtoun Meadows Country Park or the Botanic Gardens.
- Fife Animal Park, Collessie, nr. Cupar. http://fifeanimalparkandpetcentre.com/animal_park.html
- Scottish Deer Centre, nr. Cupar. http://www.tsdc.co.uk/
- Elie Watersports – windsurfing, sailing, water-skiing and more. http://www.eliewatersports.com/
- East Neuk Outdoors – Canoeing, kayaking, climbing, mountain biking, archery… makes me tired just typing it! http://www.eastneukoutdoors.co.uk/
By michael
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