Tentsmuir

Opening times

• Summer opening: April to end of October 8am till 9pm. Last entry 8.30pm 
• Winter opening: November to end of March 8am till dusk

Delicious food served by our onsite caterers Salt and Pine. For menus and opening times visit: Salt and Pine Facebook page 

Watch out for ticks

Ticks can be found in woodland, moorland, grassland and parks, and are most active between March and October. Find out how to check for ticks after a visit to the countryside here.

Help keep Tentsmuir safe 

One stray spark from a fire could destroy the whole forest. No fires are allowed at Tentsmuir, either in the forest or on the beach, to keep wildlife and visitors safe. 

To help protect this special place for the future and ensure everyone can enjoy it:

• barbecues can only be used in the picnic area - use the barbecue plates provided on picnic tables and keep barbecues raised off the ground 
• barbecues are not permitted during dry spells and when there is a high fire risk
• never leave a barbecue unattended and take used barbecues home with you
• use a gas stove or gas barbecue instead – these are a safer alternative
• ensure any cigarettes are fully extinguished and properly disposed of
• if you see a wildfire, call 999  

Find out more about wildfire prevention 

No alcohol

To help keep Tentsmuir welcoming and safe for everyone, a byelaw prohibits alcohol on the site.

Accessibility

Tentsmuir Forest is 1½ miles (2.4 km) east of the B945 between Leuchars and Tayport in northeast Fife. Follow signs for Kinshaldy Beach.

Using SatNav?

KY16 0DR is the closest postcode for Tentsmuir.

Public transport

The nearest bus stops are in Tayport and Leuchars. Buses will stop by request at the Morton Loch road end, from where you can walk to Morton Lochs and then into the forest. Check Traveline Scotland for details.

There are small car parks at Morton Lochs and Tayport, from where you can walk or cycle into the forest.

Get directions

The charge to park at Tentsmuir is £4 for the day.

Payment options: coin and card

Tentsmuir operates a pay barrier system that takes coin and card payments. Annual Pass holders should swipe the separate pass reader next to the payment machine.

Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates. Nearby car parks with free parking can be found in our local forest list without the £ symbol.

Annual parking passes are available for this site, visit our parking page for more information.

Blue Badge holders 

Blue Badge holders park for free at all our car parks. At Tentsmuir, you can:

• Pay £4 on entry at the barrier and contact us for a refund after your visit. We’ll just need to know your Blue Badge Serial Number and the day that you visited. You can reach us on 0300 067 6380 or at enquiries@forestryandland.gov.scot.

• Apply for an annual pass using the form below:
  Tentsmuir Blue Badge application form

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