Anstruther is a small village in the Kingdom of Fife and is actually one of the largest villages in the East Neuk region, with a population of about 3500 people. It is a very picturesque sight with the line of shops along the street overlooking the harbour. This village is the main shopping centre for the surrounding villages. It is located only 9 miles southeast of St. Andrews and comprises the villages of Anstruther Easter, Anstruther Wester and Kilkenny. A small stream called the Dreel Burn separates the two Anstruthers. Archaeological evidence points to Anstruther as having been inhabited during the time of the Picts and is directly linked to the early Christian Church in Scotland. In its early days, the economy of the village had its base in the fishery, but today it is mostly concentrated on tourism. You can learn about the fishing heritage when you visit the Scottish Fisheries Museum. Here you will see many models of boats as well as all kinds of artefacts related to the fishing industry as well as the R. N. L. I lifeboat, which is the major attraction.
Anstruther has a golf course where you can tee off in the most scenic location in the country. Enjoy fish and chips at the local store and see why this store has won so many awards for its delicious food. There is a wealth of attractions for you to visit in and around the village and it is the perfect base from which you can explore the countryside. Just a mile away from Anstruther you can visit the remains of a priory at Pittenweem. The fine Gothic church in Abercromby is the perfect photo taking opportunity as it sits on top of the hill as if it is guarding its domain. One of the ships of the Armada landed in Anstruther in the 15th century, with many of the sailors remaining here to marry Scottish girls and settle down.
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