Crail is an ancient fishing village overlooking the Firth of Forth on the east-coast of Fife in Scotland known as the East Neuk situated four miles east of Anstruther and 10 miles south-east of St. Andrews. The settlement dates back to the 800s and became a thriving centre by the 1100’s famous for its export of ‘Crail Capons’ a type of dried/smoked haddock. Crail had the largest medieval marketplace in Europe and was awarded royal burgh status in 1178. Crail is an idyllic sea-side resort, the quaint village has little cottages and narrow cobbled streets leading down to the small picturesque harbour sheltered by cliffs, it is a popular tourist destination with its hotel dating back to the 1700’s, there is a caravan and camping park, self-catering accommodation, shops and places to eat out. Historically interesting features include St Mary’s Church dating from the 12th century containing a Pictish slab from the 8th century, the 17th century Market Cross and the Tolbooth with its Dutch Bell dating from the 16th century the Town Hall was added in 1814. Attractions include the 18-hole Balcomie Links golf-course, Crail Pottery, Crail Museum and Heritage Centre, the Jerdan Gallery with Scottish Art from the 19th and 20th century and the Victorian walled Cambo Garden with beautiful waterfall.
Attraction
Caravan Park
Golf Club
Pub and Bar
School
Self-Catering
Shops
The Beehive
Your Store
Fresh Fruits
Barnett
Crail Bookshop
Deveron Shellfish
A & M Nuttall
Places to Stay near Crail
Caiplie House (0.15 miles)
Balcomie Links Hotel (0.31 miles)
Balcomie Links is a friendly, family run small hotel, situated on the outskirts of Crail near St Andrew's.
In Fife's famous and sheltered East Neuk, this is one of the sunniest corners on the East Coast ... More
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Cambo House (2.37 miles)
Kilrenny Mill Farmhouse (2.90 miles)
The Bank (3.96 miles)
Craw's Nest Hotel (4.17 miles)
The Old Station (5.74 miles)
Fairmont St Andrews Golf Resort & Spa (5.94 miles)
Fairmont St Andrews, Scotland sits proudly amidst the rugged, coastal landscape of the North Sea, whilst commanding spectacular views of the bay's golden beaches and medieval St Andrews. The hotel recently completed a £13 million ... More | visit website
Albany Hotel (8.41 miles)
Peacefully situated in the heart of historic St Andrews this elegant Georgian terraced house dates from 1795. We are close to Castle Cathedral,the University, cinema, Byre Theatre, shops,restaurants and a stones throw from the famous ... More | visit website
Ardgowan Hotel (8.49 miles)
Centrally situated in St. Andrews the Home of Golf and only a short stroll to the famous Old Course and The Royal and Ancient. 19 modern ensuite bedrooms , many can be arranged with additional ... More | visit website
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