On a windy day it feels as though you will be blown all over the place but on a clear day you get a fantastic view over to Dundee & Angus. More

You must have seen the beach on Tv. Goes for miles and walking back towards the spires of St Andrews is special. Too cold for a swim when we visited but I have done it in the past. The air is as fresh as it gets! More

We enjoyed a lovely walk on the west sands, with the setting sun very romantic, good clean beach, where you can walk for miles. More

the beach was nice for a walk even in April. The rock pools didnt seem to have much life in them but the were some razor clams on the beach to keep the kids interested. The tide goes out a long way and comes back in quite quickly More

The West Sands are so close to the 18th of the R&A that it woulw almost be rude not to have a wander down them when you're there. A nice traditional Scottish beach that's quiet prety much all the time. More

Unusual shells...usually a crab or two. Don't forget to visit the SeaShell cafe for a cafe latte.. More

we love this beach, even in the winter it can be amazing. Our kids age 6 love it, so does our dog and it is just amazing for a family day out - if you get the sun - wow - fantastic! More

West Sands has its claim to fame as the location for the beginning of the film "Chariots of Fire". They are working hard to conserve the sand dunes there. Beyond that it is a very large beach and is used by people using "para buggies" There used to be one hot and cold food "take away", but last time I... More

Walk for as far as you like, Great for kids and dogs, .Summer time makes it one of the best beaches around. More