Location: Crail
Top Things to do in Crail
Top 8 Things to do in Crail, United Kingdom (UK)
Crail ( listen (help·info)); Scottish Gaelic: Cathair Aile) is a former royal burgh, parish and community council area (named Royal Burgh of Crail and District) in the East Neuk of Fife, Scotland.
Restaurants in Crail
1. Crail Golfing Society - Balcomie and Craighead Courses
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
Hugely enjoyable golf, splendid clubhouse and warm welcome await at Crail Golfing Society. Founded in 1786 and the seventh oldest golf club in the world, it celebrated its 225th anniversary in 2011. The club has two courses: Balcomie Links, a unique, traditional links laid out by Old Tom Morris, and Craighead Links, a challenging links experience designed by 2009 Golf Course Architect of the Year Gil Hanse.
Reviewed By WilliamHorn - St. Andrews, United Kingdom
Today I played the Craighead Course for the 1st time, in the past I played thevBalcomie Links & it was great. Today's game on Craighead was a pleasant surprise. The course was in great condition especially the greens & it was another great course to play in the Kingdom of Fife. Amazing sea views of the North Sea & Firth of Forth no better place to be on a sunny day.
2. Crail Harbour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 282 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
I had my traditional walk down to the harbour after 9.00 hoping to catch the rising sun on the harbour walls but it was overcast . 2 hours later the clouds disappeared and the sun was out but it was to late we were on our way home . There was not a soul down at the harbour and I had it all to myself. Everything very tidy and ready for the next day took a few photos and walked back up into town . It is always a special feeling in this pretty harbour scene
3. Scotland's Secret Bunker
Overall Ratings
4 based on 697 reviews
Scotland's best kept secret.... Until now! Hidden beneath an innocent Scottish farmhouse lies Scotland's Secret Bunker. A 450 foot tunnel leads you to the blast proof doors which defend 24,000 square feet of secret accommodation which was built to help safeguard Scotland during the Cold War in the event of a nuclear attack. The Secret Bunker lies 100 feet underground and is the size of two football pitches, one on top of the other so there is plenty of exploring to do! Come and discover how Scotland would have been governed from the depths of Fife and how they would have survived a nuclear attack from the most deadly bombs!
Reviewed By Jay A - Ashford, United Kingdom
Really enjoyed the military bunker, that was decommissioned in the early 1990s has been made into an unusual tourist attraction. Really interesting, especially the farm house disguised the guard house and entrance into the bunker. The sheer scale of the bunker is amazing. We really enjoyed it, my only criticism would be some of the information displays felt a bit amateurish and lacked details. However, the audioguide was well worth the cost, as it give you more details, information and background.
4. Crail Pottery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Jessica A - Windsor, Canada
This place still makes me smile, looking back. Beautiful pottery everywhere, creative minds, friendly faces, we loved it there! We bought two mugs and a few souvenirs for home. We cherish them. The pottery work well, they are gorgeous, and traveled great in our luggage. Can't wait to get back there in 2018. This is a must visit! Support local artisans!
5. Crail Museum and Heritage Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Edmund R - St. Andrews, United Kingdom
This museum was a pleasant surprise. It is small with four rooms to view but there is a wealth of information, all displayed well. We started with the room that contains the Royal Burgh of Crail exhibition - provost's robes, history of the town, the doocot, the kirk, postcards from 1900 to 1920, etc. We then went upstairs to see an exhibition about the Kingo family and weaving in Crail which was on the landing at the top of the stairs. Then we went to the room with an exhibition about the shops in Crail. Again, a really excellent exhibition with adverts for the shops and items they sold. On the other side of the landing was a room with a 'Childhood in Crail 1900-1960' exhibition. There are children's toys and games but, unlike so many other museums, you are encouraged to play with the toys. There was information on Brownies and Girl Guides, old school instruments, etc. Finally we returned down the stair and went to the final room which had a permanent exhibition about Crail Airfield with photos and items relating to people serving there both World War I and World War II. The exhibition is free with a suggested donation of £2 - its worth a lot more than that! The staff were very friendly and helpful adding to a very pleasant visit.
6. Crail Church
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Earliest know church here was in 1160 .Concecrated in 1243 there are still parts of the original in the grounds .An addition to the Tower was added in 1500. ....1517 saw it become a collegiate |church . The Church has had many alterations and renovations over the centuries . The Graveyard itself has many interesting gravestones and a memorial to William Bruce of Symbister. Entry to the Church is through a 1st and 2nd world war memorial arch with a bronze plaque of names on either pillar of the arch . The church itself is highly active in the area with a web site and facebook page
7. Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
The present Church was built in 1859 as United Presbyterian Church replacing an older church on the site (The Burgher Church of Crail ) It became the West United Free Church (1900). In 1942 the disused Church was purchased with the help of Polish soldiers based in the area and became the present day Holy Trinity Catholic Church.
It is an active church in the area with service times on the notice board
8. Inspired Falconry
The Scottish Countryman delivers engaging and entertaining falconry and archery experiences to connect you to Scotland's countryside. Originally a game hawker, Steve Brazendale, The Scottish Countryman, first began offering bird of prey experiences to the public when he established Inspired Falconry in 2008. Since then, Steve has inspired hundreds of people with his unique connection and intuitive ability with birds of prey. In 2016 Steve added archery as an activity at our base just 1 mile from Crail in the East Neuk of Fife. Archery is great for all ages and abilities and Steve offers full instruction and fun competitions to ensure you get the most from your experience. Ideal for families and large groups, including stag and hen parties, significant birthdays and corporate days out. You can combine archery and falconry in one afternoon, do a hawk or owl experience late morning or evening, learn all about the ancient sport of falconry or even buy gift vouchers from us.
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