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Spot de St. Andrews West Sands

St. Andrews West Sands

St. Andrews West Sands

United Kingdom

56.36 | -2.81

Overview

West Sands is one of Scotland's most iconic beaches, made famous by the film "Chariots of Fire". This immense stretch of sand of nearly 2 km, facing east/north-east, offers excellent conditions for kitesurfing in St Andrews Bay. The body of water is relatively flat with limited fetch, ideal for progression. The beach is wide at low tide, allowing easy kite launching and landing.

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Technical details of St. Andrews West Sands spot

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Spot opening date

Open all year round

Required level

Intermediate

Parking
Large free car park at the end of the road leading to West Sands, accessible from St Andrews town centre. The car park can be very busy in summer and on sunny weekends. Direct beach access from the car park.
Hazards
Tidal currents at the entrance to the Eden Estuary north of the beach — avoid this area. Shifting sandbanks at low tide. The beach is shared with walkers and dogs, stay vigilant. Frequent sea fog (haar) which can severely reduce visibility.
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