As a Scottish Fisheries Museum Member, you can visit as often as you like—completely free! Whether you want to take a deep dive into Scotland’s fishing history, explore a new exhibition, or just pop in for a browse, your membership gives you unlimited entry all year round. Plus, you’ll enjoy 10% off your total bill in the café, special member-only events, and the chance to be part of a community that helps preserve Scotland’s fishing heritage. We love welcoming our members back time and time again—so come in, make yourself at home, and enjoy everything the museum has to offer!

Visiting with a group? We’ve got you covered! Whether you're a club, society, or just a gathering of friends, the Scottish Fisheries Museum offers a fascinating and memorable experience for groups of 12 or more. Enjoy discounted entry, and if booked in advance, we can arrange for one of our knowledgeable volunteer guides to bring the stories of Scotland’s fishing past to life. Need a spot to relax? Our tearoom and courtyard are perfect for a break after exploring. To make the most of your visit, we recommend booking ahead—just get in touch, and we’ll help plan your trip!

Group booking rates per person (minimum of 9 in the group)

Adult: £9.00
Concession: £7.00
Youth: £4.00 (to ages 16 & 18 in secondary education)
Group Leaders: £4.00

Group leaders accompanying youth groups are free at a ratio of 1:5 for early years and 1:10 for primary /secondary. Any additional group leaders are £4.00 each.

To book a group visit call +44 (0) 1333 310 628 or email enquiries@scotfishmuseum.org

A trip to the Scottish Fisheries Museum is more than just a day out—it’s a hands-on journey into Scotland’s fishing history! Our interactive exhibits, historic boats, and engaging workshops bring the past to life, making learning fun and memorable for students of all ages. Whether you choose a self-led visit or a staff-led workshop, we’ll help tailor the experience to suit your class. Teachers and group leaders can even enjoy a free familiarisation visit before the trip. Get in touch to book your school visit—we can't wait to welcome your class aboard!

Per Pupil: £4.00
Class Teacher: Free
Additional Adults: £4.00
Addition Support Teachers: Free

*We require a minimum of 1 adult per 5 children for early years / 1 adult per 10 children up to age 16.

Free familiarisation visit for teachers and group leaders! Please ask about this when booking.

• Please note: Our Education Centre can accommodate a class or group of up to 33 pupils. However if you wish to bring more than one class or group, please contact the museum to discuss.
• Particular areas of the museum can be cold in winter particularly in the boat yard where there is no heating to preserve the boats, so please dress appropriately!
• Behaviour and conduct are the responsibility of the teachers and accompanying adults at all times

Behaviour and conduct are the responsibility of the teachers and accompanying adults at all times

To book a school visit call +44 (0) 1333 310 628 or email enquiries@scotfishmuseum.org

We know that plans can change, and sometimes groups may need to cancel. If that happens, we’d really appreciate it if you could let us know as soon as possible— especially if you’ve booked one of our staff-led workshops. It helps us make sure we can accommodate other visitors. Thanks for your understanding!

Our Education Centre is a bright and airy room that can be used for activities, such as self- or staff-led workshops and storing belongings. The room is lockable and has access to toilets nearby. The room can hold a group of up to 25 comfortably and up to 33 at a squeeze.

Our Sun Tavern is accessible from the outside of the Museum that can be used for eating packed lunches. The room is lockable if required and has access to its own toilet. The room can hold a group of 18 comfortably and up to 25 at a squeeze. Our courtyard can also be used as a lunch space if the weather permits!

A number of cycling routes have been established in the Fife area and further details and maps can be obtained from VisitScotland visitor information centres and on the VisitScotland website.

Buses to and from Anstruther are operated by Stagecoach. Services X58 and X60 connect Edinburgh and St Andrews via Kirkcaldy, Leven and Anstruther. Service 95 connects Anstruther with both St Andrews and Leven (and the villages in between) along the A917 coast road. This is an hourly service and stops directly outside the Scottish Fisheries Museum. Services X26 and X27 connect Glasgow with St Andrews passing through Kirkcaldy, Leven and Upper Largo where connections to Anstruther can be made.

The nearest railway station is Leuchars, approximately 13 miles north-west of Anstruther and 3 miles west of St Andrews. There is a regular bus service from the railway station to St Andrews Bus Station where connecting buses to Anstruther can be found. Taxis are also available at the station. Alternatively, there is a railway station at Leven 14 miles to the west of Anstruther. Connections to Anstruther can be made at Leven Bus Station.

(If using sat nav, our postcode is KY10 3AB) Travelling from the West and Forth Bridge - leaving the bridge follow the A90 north onto the M90, exit at junction 2a, merging onto the A92. Take the A921 signed Kirkcaldy East, then follow the A915 through Leven to Upper Largo and onto the A917, the B942 through Colinsburgh and rejoin the A917 signed Pittenweem and Anstruther. Arriving from the North and the Tay Bridge - leaving the bridge follow the A92 for approx1 mile to the first roundabout, take the first exit onto the A914 (St Andrews, A919) continue onto the A919, then the A91 to St Andrews, follow the A917 signed Crail, Anstruther through and out of town for half a mile then turn right onto the B9131 (Dunino, Anstruther) road. For more detailed Information on parking facilities near the Museum please see Museum Accessibility.

Our nearest airports for UK, European and international flights are Edinburgh Airport, 47 miles from Anstruther and Glasgow Airport which is 97 miles from Anstruther. Flights to and from Orkney, Shetland and London operate from Dundee airport, 24 miles away.