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Castle Haven

Beach in Fife

Scotland

Castle Haven

Crail harbour Looking north east from the corner of West Braes Crescent. The flowers are poppies.
Crail harbour Credit: Richard Dorrell

Castle Haven is a picturesque beach located in the historic village of Lower Largo, in the region of Fife, Scotland. Situated on the east coast of Scotland, this sandy shore stretches about 200 meters in length and is nestled between two rocky outcrops, providing a sheltered and secluded atmosphere for visitors.

The beach takes its name from the nearby Largo Castle ruins, which add a touch of medieval charm to the surroundings. With its stunning views of the Firth of Forth, Castle Haven offers visitors a tranquil and relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The beach is known for its clean and well-maintained sands, offering visitors the perfect spot for sunbathing, picnicking, or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll along the shore. The waters of the Firth of Forth are generally calm, making it an ideal location for swimming and paddling, especially for families with young children.

The area surrounding Castle Haven is rich in wildlife, providing a haven for bird-watchers and nature enthusiasts. It is not uncommon to spot seabirds such as gulls and cormorants, as well as seals and dolphins swimming in the waters nearby.

Castle Haven benefits from excellent facilities, including a car park, public toilets, and nearby cafes and restaurants. The village of Lower Largo itself offers a range of amenities, including shops, pubs, and accommodations, making it an attractive destination for both locals and tourists alike.

In summary, Castle Haven in Fife is a charming and peaceful beach, offering visitors an idyllic coastal retreat with its beautiful sands, breathtaking views, and abundant wildlife.

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Castle Haven Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.252917/-2.6299837 or Grid Reference NO6106. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Crail harbour Looking north east from the corner of West Braes Crescent. The flowers are poppies.
Crail harbour
Looking north east from the corner of West Braes Crescent. The flowers are poppies.
Home from home This small caravan has an extension that doubles its size, and provides satellite TV.
Home from home
This small caravan has an extension that doubles its size, and provides satellite TV.
North-east of Crail Harbour A path along the coast gives a view of the harbour and the headland beyond. From this point the path turns inland.
North-east of Crail Harbour
A path along the coast gives a view of the harbour and the headland beyond. From this point the path turns inland.
The harbour at Crail in Fife
The harbour at Crail in Fife
Crail harbour
Crail harbour
Crumbling Composer in Crail This amazing sand sculpture built in the High Street, Crail was beginning to crumble in the heat.
Crumbling Composer in Crail
This amazing sand sculpture built in the High Street, Crail was beginning to crumble in the heat.
Fishing boats in Crail Harbour The harbour dries out at low water and some of these boats are aground.
Fishing boats in Crail Harbour
The harbour dries out at low water and some of these boats are aground.
Crail Harbour Crail is still a working harbour, home to Fife's crab and lobster fleet, and though there are fewer boats than there used to be, visitors can still buy fresh lobster and shellfish from the harbourside.
Crail Harbour
Crail is still a working harbour, home to Fife's crab and lobster fleet, and though there are fewer boats than there used to be, visitors can still buy fresh lobster and shellfish from the harbourside.
Street in Crail This cobbled street leads uphill from the harbour.
Street in Crail
This cobbled street leads uphill from the harbour.
Shop occupying an ancient building in Crail On Marketgate.
Shop occupying an ancient building in Crail
On Marketgate.
The Tolbooth and clock tower in Crail On Marketgate.
The Tolbooth and clock tower in Crail
On Marketgate.
Kissing gate, Crail The kissing gate allows people entry to the small park beside St Andrews Road. The kissing gate is a traditional gate hung in a U or V shape that allows one person to pass at a time. In order for one person to pass fully through the gate they have to close it on the next person. Legend has it that at this point, when the two are on either side of the gate, the person in front ‘refuses’ entry to the second person until presented with a kiss.
Kissing gate, Crail
The kissing gate allows people entry to the small park beside St Andrews Road. The kissing gate is a traditional gate hung in a U or V shape that allows one person to pass at a time. In order for one person to pass fully through the gate they have to close it on the next person. Legend has it that at this point, when the two are on either side of the gate, the person in front ‘refuses’ entry to the second person until presented with a kiss.
Daffodils in the park, Crail A fine show of daffodils in a small park beside the A917, St Andrews Road.
Daffodils in the park, Crail
A fine show of daffodils in a small park beside the A917, St Andrews Road.
Westland Skelly Rocks at the Westland Skelly, viewed on a very overcast day, with the Bass Rock visible on the horizon.
Westland Skelly
Rocks at the Westland Skelly, viewed on a very overcast day, with the Bass Rock visible on the horizon.
Pillbox near Kirklands The pillbox guards the Fife coast.
Pillbox near Kirklands
The pillbox guards the Fife coast.
19 Nethergate North, Crail There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the corner of this pretty cottage.
19 Nethergate North, Crail
There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the corner of this pretty cottage.
Bench Mark, 19 Nethergate North The Ordnance Survey bench mark is to be found on the north east face of the building. For a view of the building <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2793961">NO6107 : 19 Nethergate North, Crail</a> and for further information on the cut mark and others in the area <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm41250" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm41250">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>
Bench Mark, 19 Nethergate North
The Ordnance Survey bench mark is to be found on the north east face of the building. For a view of the building NO6107 : 19 Nethergate North, Crail and for further information on the cut mark and others in the area LinkExternal link
Street scene, Crail Series 1 Land Rover parked on Nethergate North.
Street scene, Crail
Series 1 Land Rover parked on Nethergate North.
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Castle Haven is located at Grid Ref: NO6106 (Lat: 56.252917, Lng: -2.6299837)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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Located within 500m of 56.252917,-2.6299837
Bus Stop
Temple Crescent
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 56.2571859/-2.6310545
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Bus Stop
Temple Crescent
Bench: no
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Lit: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 56.2573647/-2.6309346
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Isle of Maybe
Addr City: Crail
Addr Housename: Osborne Terrace
Addr Housenumber: 2a
Addr Place: Osborne Terrace
Addr Postcode: KY10 3RR
Entrance: yes
Level: 1
Lat/Long: 56.2550824/-2.631012
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Addr City: Crail
Addr Housenumber: 2
Addr Postcode: KY10 3RR
Addr Street: Osborne Terrace
Entrance: yes
Level: 0
Lat/Long: 56.2551393/-2.6307414
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West Braes sewage pumping station
Level: -1
Man Made: pumping_station
Operator: Scottish Water
Operator Wikidata: Q7438022
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 56.254278/-2.6299881
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.2545496/-2.6369043
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.2549289/-2.6359657
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.2555618/-2.634894
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.256183/-2.6340506
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Historic: milestone
Lat/Long: 56.2570753/-2.6312128
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Information: guidepost
Operator: Fife Coast and Countryside Trust
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 56.2567021/-2.6317883
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