Explore some of the best locations the East Neuk has to offer
Explore locations
Welcome to the East Neuk of Fife. The perfect location for a summer staycation. Fancy a lobster roll, a stroll along a beautiful beach or a trip to the Isle Of May to spot some Puffins?
The ‘East Neuk’ is one of Scotland’s hidden gems. Stretching from the villages of Elie & Earlsferry to Crail and Kingsbarns, the East Neuk was once the heart of the east coast of Scotland’s fishing trade.
The tiny harbours along the East Neuk may now be home to more pleasure boats than those landing lobster and crab, but the area’s fishing history now gives it its charm.
Crail
The furthest north of all the East Neuk villages might be a challenge to get to, but it’s worth the effort. From the beautiful high street (with some of the quirkiest and beautifully restored cottages you’ll see) pop into the Crail Pottery and then follow the winding coastal path down to the pretty harbour.
Crail has something of a foodie reputation, with the Crail Food Festival taking place every June. Outside of the festival, a seafood shack ‘The Lobster Hut’ on the harbour side serves up crab rolls and plates of lobster. Bring the champagne, the salads, and grab a bench for a complete feast.
After lunch, climb up the harbour wall, and while away the afternoon in the sunshine. If you fancy a drink after lunch, the Golf Hotel on the high street is friendly and quaint.
Pittenweem
Pittenweem’s picturesque harbour is stuffed full of working fishing boats and is lined with pantiled cottages – influenced by trade with the Netherlands. Visit the fishmarket to see what the boats have caught that day – there might be herring or langoustines on offer.
Named place of the caves, Pittenweem is home to the tiny St Fillan’s Cave – home to the Irish missionary in the 7th century.
In August, the Pittenweem Arts Festival takes over the small town, with over 100 artists displaying their works in galleries and in their own homes, sheds and garages. If you visting Pittenweem you must visit the Pittenweem Chocolate Company and coffee shop – heaven for chocolate fans!
Surrounding Villages
St Andrews
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Anstruther
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Elie
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St Monans
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