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The Eden Estuary Centre is closed due to an act of vandalism
Please be cautious on Fife Coastal Path at St Bridget's Kirk, Dalgety Bay. Machinery present for path resurfacing, but path remains open.
Toilet at Coalfaulds Park, Aberdour [Black Sands] closed awaiting repairs
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Key Information

Starting Point

Grid Reference: NT193850

Postcode: KY3 0TR

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Weather...

Temperature

12°C

Feels Like...

11°C

Wind Speed

7 mph

Chance of precipitation

9%

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Aberdour Black Sands

Aberdour Black Sands is a small, quiet, sandy bay. Its peaceful and tranquil surroundings make it a popular beach with the local community and visitors to the area. This beach is a fun place to visit and to take in the views of the Firth of Forth.

Black Sands is a winner of a Keep Scotland Beautiful 2024 Scotland’s Beach Award and was recognised in the Loo of the Year Awards 2023. Visit our Plan Your Trip section for toilet opening times.