Pettycur Bay
12 minute walk from Kinghorn station · Stirling, Central and Fife · Free entry
A calm and scenic stretch of coastline, Pettycur Bay is framed by rocky outcrops and sandy patches. Its sheltered waters make it a favourite for paddling, kite flying, and playing on the beach, while the nearby dunes and grassy banks are great for picnics and relaxation. On a clear day, the bay offers views across the Firth of Forth toward the Edinburgh skyline and Bass Rock.
Visitor information
- Place type
- Beach
- Good for
- Beaches, Scenic viewpoints, Walking
- Characteristics
- Coastal, Open-air, Rocky, Sandy
- Admission
- Free
- Region
- Stirling, Central and Fife
Stations within walking distance
- Kinghorn station — 12 min walk, 0.9 km
Other places near Kinghorn
- Kinghorn Harbour Beach — 1 min walk from the station
- Kinghorn Kirkcaldy Circular Walk — 3 min walk from the station
- Kinghorn Loch — 19 min walk from the station
- The Ecology Centre — 19 min walk from the station