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Shell Bay

Bay in Fife

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Shell Bay

Child's play A grandfather (in red) introducing his grandchildren to the thrills of the Elie Chain Walk, Scotland's only Via Ferrata.
Child's play Credit: James Allan

Shell Bay is a picturesque bay located on the eastern coast of Scotland, in Fife. Situated near the town of Elie, it is known for its stunning sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and panoramic views of the Firth of Forth.

The bay stretches for approximately 4 kilometers and is backed by rolling dunes covered in marram grass. These dunes not only provide a scenic backdrop but also act as a natural barrier, protecting the bay from strong winds and creating a tranquil atmosphere.

Shell Bay is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, especially during the summer months when visitors can enjoy sunbathing, picnicking, and leisurely walks along the shore. The beach is also a haven for water sports enthusiasts, with opportunities for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the diverse wildlife that can be spotted at Shell Bay. Seals can often be seen basking on rocks near the water's edge, while a variety of seabirds, including gulls and terns, soar above the bay.

In addition to its natural beauty, Shell Bay offers convenient amenities for visitors. There is a car park nearby, making it easily accessible, and public toilets are available for public use.

Overall, Shell Bay in Fife is a captivating coastal gem, offering a serene and idyllic setting for beachgoers, nature lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Shell Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.191045/-2.8743139 or Grid Reference NO4500. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Child's play A grandfather (in red) introducing his grandchildren to the thrills of the Elie Chain Walk, Scotland's only Via Ferrata.
Child's play
A grandfather (in red) introducing his grandchildren to the thrills of the Elie Chain Walk, Scotland's only Via Ferrata.
Coastline rocks, Kincraig Point Several families of eiders with ducklings were bobbing about just off the shore.
Coastline rocks, Kincraig Point
Several families of eiders with ducklings were bobbing about just off the shore.
Sea-washed rock platform, Kincraig Point Near-horizontal bedding of the rocks has produced this platform on the coastal edge. Across the Forth, Bass Rock is to the left and North Berwick Law to the right.
Sea-washed rock platform, Kincraig Point
Near-horizontal bedding of the rocks has produced this platform on the coastal edge. Across the Forth, Bass Rock is to the left and North Berwick Law to the right.
Earlsferry Links from Kincraig Looking from the Fife Coast path which follows the cliff edge before descent to Earlsferry. The Isle of May is in view on the horizon.
Earlsferry Links from Kincraig
Looking from the Fife Coast path which follows the cliff edge before descent to Earlsferry. The Isle of May is in view on the horizon.
Gun pit, Kincraig gun battery Part of the remains of a World War II gun battery. An information board near the foot of the cliff has photographs of the battery in 1943. The site housed up to 200 men to operate two 6-inch guns with a range of 10 miles (16 km); there were also ammunition stores, an observation post and a command bunker. This is gun pit no. 3 in which a gun was never installed.
Gun pit, Kincraig gun battery
Part of the remains of a World War II gun battery. An information board near the foot of the cliff has photographs of the battery in 1943. The site housed up to 200 men to operate two 6-inch guns with a range of 10 miles (16 km); there were also ammunition stores, an observation post and a command bunker. This is gun pit no. 3 in which a gun was never installed.
Coast path signpost, Earlsferry The Fife Coast path turns inland to cross the golf course.
Coast path signpost, Earlsferry
The Fife Coast path turns inland to cross the golf course.
Low tide at Earlsferry Kincraig Point is the prominent headland.
Low tide at Earlsferry
Kincraig Point is the prominent headland.
Kincraig Point to Earlsferry High tide at Kincraig Point, looking east to Earlsferry Links from near the Elie Chain Walk (which can only be attempted at low tides).
Kincraig Point to Earlsferry
High tide at Kincraig Point, looking east to Earlsferry Links from near the Elie Chain Walk (which can only be attempted at low tides).
Devil's Cave, Kincraig Point A short scramble down from the raised beaches to the point where the Elie Chain Walk begins.
Devil's Cave, Kincraig Point
A short scramble down from the raised beaches to the point where the Elie Chain Walk begins.
Beach, Shell Bay Shell Bay dries at low water. Taken about an hour after low water on a spring tide. The bay's name is obvious nearer the high water mark.
Beach, Shell Bay
Shell Bay dries at low water. Taken about an hour after low water on a spring tide. The bay's name is obvious nearer the high water mark.
Beach, Shell Bay Near the sea as it advances on a flooding tide. The trap landscape of Kincraig Hill, formed by successive lava flows, is very clear.
Beach, Shell Bay
Near the sea as it advances on a flooding tide. The trap landscape of Kincraig Hill, formed by successive lava flows, is very clear.
Low water, Shell Bay Shell Bay dries at low water and on a spring tide there is a vast expanse of exposed sand. Much of the beach remains water covered and a large pool is draining into the sea here.
Low water, Shell Bay
Shell Bay dries at low water and on a spring tide there is a vast expanse of exposed sand. Much of the beach remains water covered and a large pool is draining into the sea here.
Look down on lava A near-vertical view from the Fife Coastal Path as it crosses Kincraig Hill of the volcanic rock platform far below. This forms part of the Chain Walk, an alternative route for more intrepid Coastal Path walkers..
Look down on lava
A near-vertical view from the Fife Coastal Path as it crosses Kincraig Hill of the volcanic rock platform far below. This forms part of the Chain Walk, an alternative route for more intrepid Coastal Path walkers..
Way in to the Chain Walk Looking down from the official route of the Fife Coastal Path to the sandy beach that leads more intrepid walkers across to the distant rocks and along the infamous via ferrata known as the Elie Chain Walk.
Way in to the Chain Walk
Looking down from the official route of the Fife Coastal Path to the sandy beach that leads more intrepid walkers across to the distant rocks and along the infamous via ferrata known as the Elie Chain Walk.
Cliffs and caves Kincraig Point and Hill, seen under a lowering sky.
Cliffs and caves
Kincraig Point and Hill, seen under a lowering sky.
Coastline at Kincraig Point The rocky coast at Kincraig Point, viewed from the Fife Coastal Path. The rock here is igneous, composed of tuff and agglomerate and formed approximately 271 to 326 million years ago in the Permian and Carboniferous Periods. Reference: Geology of Britain Viewer: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://mapapps.bgs.ac.uk/geologyofbritain/home.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://mapapps.bgs.ac.uk/geologyofbritain/home.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Coastline at Kincraig Point
The rocky coast at Kincraig Point, viewed from the Fife Coastal Path. The rock here is igneous, composed of tuff and agglomerate and formed approximately 271 to 326 million years ago in the Permian and Carboniferous Periods. Reference: Geology of Britain Viewer: LinkExternal link
Kincraig Point Cliffs at Kincraig Point viewed from the Fife Coastal Path. The beach at Earlsferry and the village of Elie can be seen in the distance, despite a haar limiting visibility on an April afternoon.
Kincraig Point
Cliffs at Kincraig Point viewed from the Fife Coastal Path. The beach at Earlsferry and the village of Elie can be seen in the distance, despite a haar limiting visibility on an April afternoon.
Fife Coastal Path at Earlsferry A view towards Kincraig Point from the Fife Coastal Path, which crosses a golf course here - warning signs alert walkers to the danger posed by low-flying golf balls.
Fife Coastal Path at Earlsferry
A view towards Kincraig Point from the Fife Coastal Path, which crosses a golf course here - warning signs alert walkers to the danger posed by low-flying golf balls.
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Shell Bay is located at Grid Ref: NO4500 (Lat: 56.191045, Lng: -2.8743139)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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