St. Andrews Harbour

St Andrews Harbour is a tidal port located at the mouth of the Kinness Burn, supporting both fishing and leisure activities. It is managed by the St Andrews Harbour Trust and offers visitor moorings, a slipway, and community-focused amenities. Ownership: Fife Council Management: St Andrews Harbour Trust Usage: Leisure, Fishing (municipal harbour) 🛠️ Facilities & Services Slipway Access (Harrow): Located at the southern end of the Inner Basin and accessed via Woodburn Place. Launching and recovery are restricted to approximately two hours before and after high tide, due to tidal limitations. Visitor Berths: Pontoon moorings are available for visiting leisure craft. Vessels must not approach without prior permission and should report to the harbour office on arrival to arrange berthing and access (key fob for secure gates). Pontoon moorings are not suitable for yachts with deep keels. Toilets and Showers: Available near the harbour area for visiting crews. Electricity and Water: Supplied to visitor berths, available upon request. Flares Disposal: The St Andrews Coastguard Rescue Team accepts expired marine pyrotechnics. Their station is located approximately 500 m south of the harbour near East Sands. Appointments are required—contact the UK Coastguard (Aberdeen CGOC) at +44 1224 592334. Recreational Area: An outdoor playground and fitness circuit is located in the Green Links area, between the harbour and East Sands Beach. Nearby Services: Public telephone, accommodation, restaurants, cafés, fuel (off-site), and chandlery are available within short walking distance in the town centre. 📍 Contact Information St Andrews Harbour Trust Address: Inner Basin, Woodburn Place, St Andrews, Fife, Scotland, KY16 Website: www.standrewsharbourtrust.org General Inquiries: via website contact form 🔄 Seasonal Operation Summer Season (April 1 – September 30): Monday to Friday: 08:00–17:00 Saturday & Sunday: 08:00–12:00 Winter: Open with reduced hours. Contact the Harbour Trust in advance for winter visits or special access.