Dates for your calendar……
Now that the sun has been shining over Tayport it is time for you to start planning future trips. We will try to keep you informed best we can but here are a few dates you may be interested in for booking.
We have a live band at the Larick centre 7th June JazzMoPolitan@7pm Tickets £6 and you can bring your own booze.
Saturday 26th July we have Live Pro Wrestling 7pm £10 adults, £7 kids or £30 family ticket.
Our Summer Celebration Market is on the 23rd August. A great time to see our local products.
East Fife’s open weekends where a variety of owners open their doors to the public for free is held on 6/7th of September.
Autumn Celebrations will be held on 25th October followed by the Christmas Market on 6th December with winter night celebrations on 20th December.
If you are walking or cycling the Fife Coastal Path we are a great stop off point before reaching the last three destinations which are Newport, Wormit and Newburgh. Once you pass the ice house trail in Tentsmuir Forrest just follow the coastal path towards the Lundin Bridge and you will find us opposite the car park or children’s play area. We know it is your final stretch and offer backpacker spaces for £15 or £20 for 2. It’s a great place to shower and refresh yourself before continuing your journey. The Larick Cafe is next to the campsite and offers a variety of food. In the final stretch beyond Wormit there are no facilities until you reach Newburgh. So come on by and share your experiences with us.
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Our Campsite
Are you looking for somewhere to take your dog on long walks through the forest or along the coast; take your children cycling along traffic free forest tracks where Red Squirrels may peep out from behind the trees and maybe catch sight of a Sea Eagle; perhaps visit the V&A in Dundee, or stroll around the streets of St Andrews?
If so then families, nature lovers and culture vultures will find Tayport an ideal location for a relaxing break.
Families
The Larick campsite is on the coast close to the northern entrance of Tentsmuir Forest. The forest contains many trails for walking, cycling and horse riding. The terrain is generally fairly level, and the coastal boundary comprises dunes and a large sandy beach.
Tayport common is adjacent to the campsite. On the common are two children’s play areas, outdoor exercise machines, a duck pond and a BMX track. The Fife Coastal Path and the Coast and Castles cycle route pass the campsite.
Nature
It is said that the the five iconic Scottish wild animals are the Golden Eagle, the Red Deer, the Red Squirrel, the Common seal, and the Otter. While Tentsmuir Forest doesn’t have Golden Eagles or Red Deer, as well as Red Squirrels, Common Seals, and Otters, it has Sea Eagles and Roe Deer. Grey Seals and Dolpins are also present in the Tay.
Heritage
Tayport and the surrounding area is steeped in history. Formerly known as Ferry-Port on Craig the first record of a ferry across the Tay here was in the the 12th Century. The name was changed to Tayport when the Edinburgh, Perth and Dundee Railway operated the world’s first rail ferry from Tayport to Broughty Ferry. Tayport Heritage Trail takes you around the heritage highlights.
Dundee to the north across the river, and St Andews to the south are well known Scottish cities, with much to see and enjoy.
Campsite
The site takes its name from a local landmark, the Larick Pile Light at the entrance to Tayport Harbour.
We welcome campervans, motorhomes, caravans, and tents (walkers, motorbikes, cars & cyclists). There are a variety of pitches and a well-maintained facilities building. The site is next to our community and sports centre – The Larick Centre. It contains a well catered café/restaurant. The Centre also hosts various events during the year including children’s events. Tentsmuir Forest and National Nature Reserves are within walkable distance. We are on the main bus route from Dundee to St Andrews. And just across the road is the world’s 13th oldest golf course – Scotscraig Golf Club.
We have a modern amenity block with heated toilet and shower rooms including a family room, accessible toilet and wash room, dish washing room and laundry facilities.
Keep up to date with your emails and browse Facebook with free Wi-Fi in the café and across the site.
Accessibility
There is an accessible shower room in our facilities block and there is a Changing Places toilet within the Larick Centre.
Pets
We welcome dogs, free of charge, but there is a limit of two dogs per pitch. We ask that all dogs are kept on a short lead whilst on the campsite. There is a quick link path to the common and miles of beautiful coast line for walking your dogs.
Booking
Arrival between 1:30pm to 8:00pm. Please let us know if you are arriving later.
Reception Opening Hours 9:00 am to 10:00 am, and, 1:30 pm and 8:00 pm
