Fife swimming beaches
- St Andrews West Sands.
- St Andrews East Sands.
- Pettycur Kinghorn.
- Shell Bay Earlsferry.
- Aberdour-Silver Sands.
- Earlsferry.
- Aberdour-Harbour.
- Linktown Kirkcaldy.
Is Wild swimming legal in Scotland?
Where can people swim? In Scotland swimmers have a right to swim as part of their right to responsible access, which means they can swim freely in open spaces. The law about swimming outdoors is more restrictive and often disputed in England and Wales.
Can you swim in Fife?
Take The Plunge In Fife! Wild swimming (known locally as ‘going for a dook’!) is very popular in Fife, with swimmers from near and far taking full advantage of the Kingdom’s sandy beaches and sheltered bays.
Can you swim in the sea at St Andrews?
The 1.8 km long sandy beach is backed by sand dunes which form the boundary with the St Andrews Links Jubilee golf course. The area is popular for walking, running and swimming. During high and low tides the approximate distance to the water’s edge can vary from 20–400 metres.
Where is safe to wild swim in Scotland?
Inversnaid, Loch Lomond
The little sandy beaches at Inversnaid offer the perfect launch pad for a dip in one of Scotland’s most famous bodies of water, with Milarrochy Bay on the east side also a popular site for wild swimmers.
Do you need a wetsuit for wild swimming Scotland?
Open water swimming
As such, there’s a few things you should do to stay safe: Wetsuit: Even in summer, Scotland’s waters are very cold. A wetsuit will help keep your body warm, and provide buoyancy. If you plan on swimming more than a few minutes, consider wearing a wetsuit.
Do I need a float for wild swimming?
A swim tow float’s main function is safety. If you’re swimming in open water, you might encounter rowers, sailors, ferries and other swimmers. A bright tow float will make you far more visible to anyone in the water (and to friends or a lifeguard watching from shore) than you’d be without one.
What is the most deprived area in Fife?
According to the SIMD figures, the 10 most deprived areas in Scotland are as follows:
- Alloa South and East.
- Buckhaven, Denbeath and Muiredge (Fife)
- Cliftonville, North Lanarkshire.
- Paisley Ferguslie (S01012067)
- Inverness Merkinch.
- Linlathen and Midcraigie, Dundee.
- North Barlanark and Easterhouse South, Glasgow.
Can you swim at Kirkcaldy beach?
This beach is a designated bathing water site. An electric sign displaying real-time bathing water quality predictions is available at this beach between 1 June – 15 September. You can also find out the daily prediction by visiting the SEPA website. Please observe local signage and only swim where it is safe to do so.
Can you swim at Findhorn?
next to the village of Findhorn. The designated bathing water is a 1.5 km stretch that sits at the western end of the sweeping Burghead Bay. The beach is backed by dunes, a caravan site and the Findhorn Bay Nature Reserve.
Do you have to pay to swim in St Andrews lake?
£10 per session. Swim coaches and groups are most welcome to swim at St Andrews Lakes either by joining one of our daily swim sessions or booking the entire swim course to have privately to yourselves.
Is St Kilda beach safe to swim?
Patrols. St Kilda Beach is a patrolled beach. Stay safe – swim beween the flags.
Can you swim in Scottish canals?
For your safety please adhere to Scottish Canals’ staff instructions at all times. SWIMMING Please do not swim in the waterway, you could become entangled in weeds or rubbish, be hit by a passing craft or be drawn into a sluice when locks are in use. The results could be fatal.
Are there any natural hot springs in Scotland?
While there aren’t too many hot springs in Scotland, you won’t be disappointed with Stobo Castle. It is certainly a possibility and is among the UK’s most appealing spa destinations.
How do I start wild swimming in Scotland?
Top tips for wild swimming
- Go with a friend – Never swim alone, even if you are an experienced swimmer.
- Keep it quick – Take it slowly and if you’re new to the sport, go in and out quickly for your first few swims to get used to the feeling of the cold water, and stay close to the shoreline.
Is it safe to swim in lochs in Scotland?
Parents, guardians and teachers
They should never swim in an unsupervised area like lochs, rivers or ponds where there is not an adult to help if they get into trouble. It is much safer to go to a swimming pool where there is a lifeguard on duty.
How long should you stay in the water when wild swimming?
In general, the more you swim in cold water the less you will feel the cold and the greater the health benefits. This called ‘cold adaptation’. Don’t stay in so long that you start to shiver, though, and definitely get out and warm up after 20 minutes.
Can jellyfish get through wetsuit?
To Sum It Up
Yes, a wetsuit protects against jellyfish stings. A wetsuit can also protect against rash, sunburn, and potentially prevent hypothermia. Rashguards can even help prevent jellyfish stings.
Can I wee in a wetsuit?
Nothing in your urine will eat away at the seams of your wetsuit or create holes, so don’t worry about damaging your suit with a little bit of pee here and there. That said, you should always be sure to properly rinse out your suit in freshwater after a dive to keep it in the best shape possible.
Do you shower before you float?
A pre-float shower ensures that all makeup, natural body oils, lotions and product are removed from your body and hair. Without this first shower, an oily film would develop on top of the pod water and ruin your float experience.
Should you wear a wetsuit when wild swimming?
Swimming Wetsuit
If you’re new to open water swimming, it’s wise to wear a wetsuit. You’ll still feel the cold initially but soon after the layer of water trapped between the skin and wetsuit will warm you up.