West Sands Beach
- February 14, 2007
- Rated 4 of 5 by
Gigi from Oldsmar, Florida
This is the beach made famous in the opening scene of the movie "Chariots of Fire". If you have ever yearned to recreate that scene, be aware that Scottish weather is not always the best, often chilly and rainy (but than the dedicated runner is not deterred by them). We walked the beach on a bright sunny windy fall day and found it refreshing. Met lots of locals with their dogs as well as tourists. Very quintessential Scottish landscape with the chilly gray waters of the Firth of Forth and hills beyond. The hearty Scottish actually swim here in the summer.
From journal St. Andrews - Home of Golf and a wee bit of Scottish History
East and West Sands
This is the famous beach from the film 8 Miles! But don't be tempted to pack your bikini--you get only a few days of good sunshine and high temperatures during the summer. The bay is good for sailing fans or for those who enjoy swimming in the cold waters of the sea on their horse's back. The sky and sunsets are amazing--don't forget the camera!
From journal St. Andrews - The Jewel of Bonnie Scotland!
West Sands
- April 27, 2004
- Rated 5 of 5 by
laurencetonkin from St Andrews, United Kingdom
The beach at St Andrews is very long, golden and quite simply beautiful. The view both out to sea and back to the town is amazing, particularly on a sunny day. The sand is kept very clean by the council. You'd be brave to go in the sea on all but the warmest days, as it is freezing!
From journal St Andrews - A Resident's Perspective