Location: St Monans
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What to do and see in St Monans, Scotland: The Best Sights & Landmarks
St Monans (often spelt St Monance) (/ˌsɪntˈmoʊnɪnz/ ( listen); locally /ˈsɪmɪnɪnz/ ( listen)) is a village and parish in the East Neuk of Fife and is named after the legendary Saint Monan. Situated approximately 3 miles west of Anstruther, this small community, whose inhabitants formerly made their living mainly from fishing, is now a tourist destination situated on the Fife Coastal Path. The former burgh rests on a hill overlooking the Firth of Forth, with views to North Berwick, the Bass Rock and the Isle of May. St Monans contains many historical buildings, including the now defunct windmill (which can be visited) that once powered a salt panning industry, and a 14th-century church that sits on the rocks above the water on the western side. Approximately ½ mile west of St Monans are the remains of Newark Castle, a 16th-century manor that has since fallen to ruin through cliff erosion and disrepair. In 2002, with the permission of Historic Scotland, an unsuccessful attempt to restore the castle was made.
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1. St Monans Church
2. St Monans Church of Scotland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Built in the mid 14th century and funded by David the second and built by Sir William Dischington ,This beautiful church and graveyard is set in the most beautiful spot overlooking the sea . With many ancient gravestones .The church had extensive restoration in 1828. It was gifted to the Dominicans as a friary by David the third . It is an active and outgoing church in the community
3. The Welly Boot Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Lindamackay - Kilconquhar, United Kingdom
Such a great idea and so much fun Love the "pick me herbs" growing in little pairs of wellies. If in St Monans, take a walk down to sea front to see this.
4. St Monans Harbour
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By margareth273 - Leeds, United Kingdom
This is a lovely working harbour here in St. Monans. You can walk up several different piers here just watch underfoot for ropes etc. It’s great to walk around the East Pier and climb up the ladder on the wall to look at the zig zag breakwater. Just turnaround and look at the lovely vista of st. Monans houses, streets etc across the harbour it’s lovely. It really is nice to see the lobster and crab pots piled up ready for the next days fishing. Great place.
5. St Monan's Windmill and Salt Pans
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By Didydoo - Upper Slaughter, United Kingdom
Well described and very picturesque, this coastal path is really interesting and shows the history of the salt pans and production. Worth a visit
