Attending a festival or event is a great day out for everyone and an opportunity to visit somewhere you haven’t visited before. Read more
Summer Festivals in St Andrews and the East Neuk of Fife
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A Weekend Getaway to Crail Scotland
Now that spring is here and the weather starts to get warmer it is time to book that weekend getaway that you have been promising yourself. You will find lots of things to see and do in Crail and the East Neuk of Fife. Here are just a few ideas to make your weekend a memorable one.
Read moreWhat’s On in Crail 2020
If you are planning to spend some time in Crail with us at Sandcastle Cottage and want to know what’s on, here are some events taking place which may be of interest to you
Read moreChristmas Shopping in St Andrews
For our Christmas Shopping we take the opportunity to base ourselves in Crail and then head for a delightful stroll round the University town of St Andrews. Read more
The Fife Pilgrim Way Culross to Dunfermline
This section of the Fife Pilgrim Way Culross to Dunfermline starts in one of Scotland’s oldest Royal Burghs.
Culross (pronounced Coo ross) is one of the most picturesque burghs in Scotland. Culross in Gaelic Cuilean Ros means holy point or promontory. Situated on the north bank of the Firth of Forth between Dunfermline and Stirling its little houses and cobbled streets provide a picture postcard appearance. Culross is popular with artists and Outlander fans will recognise it as the fictional village of Cranesmuir.
Read moreWalking the Pilgrim Way Kennoway to Ceres
Section 6 Kennoway to Ceres
Walking the Pilgrim Way Kennoway to Ceres takes the walker out across open farmland with some fine views over the East Neuk of Fife, the Firth of Forth and the Lomond Hills.
Read moreOctober Half Term in Crail
October half term will soon be upon us. The challenge is finding something to do with the kids that keeps then amused during half term and doesn’t cost a fortune. Read more
Walking The Fife Pilgrim Way
The Fife Pilgrim Way runs between North Queensferry or Culross on a 64 mile route all the way to St Andrews. The route opened in July 2019 and is designed as a varied route for residents and visitors alike. It follows in the footsteps of the medieval pilgrims and takes in many sites of historical interest uncovering some hidden gems along the way.
Read moreWalk the Lade Braes St Andrews
The Lade Braes Walk is one of the most popular walks in St Andrews. Read more
Autumn Breaks Near St Andrews
As we look forward to the seasons beginning to turn from summer towards autumn, we start to welcome different groups to Sandcastle Cottage for our autumn breaks. Read more