In a spectacular location opposite the harbour in the fishing village of Anstruther, in the East Neuk of Fife, we are a National Museum, telling the story of the Scottish fishing industry, its boats, harbours and communities.
Read moreThe Museum galleries are in a group of traditional cottages which, together with old workshops and a modern part, are all linked internally for easy access. The gallery tour starts and ends in the central courtyard.
Read moreOur central story is: "The History of the Scottish Fisheries - Innovation and Adaptation". Here is Fraserburgh Harbour at the height of the herring fishing.
Read more"Steam and Sail". One of our main themes is the development of fishing technology, especially boats. Learn about "Fishing's Industrial Revolution".
Read moreAnother theme is the involvement of the whole community. This was vital to the success of the industry. Here, fisherlassies are knitting in a break from gutting the herring.
Read moreThe Museum Shop sells a wide range of items of interest to visitors, including books about the fishing industry and reproductions of historic photographs. The popular Tea Room adjoins the shop.
Read moreMuseum Accessibility: The Museum Galleries are on several different levels but all areas can be accessed by ramps, with one small exception which can still be viewed through a special window. There is a disabled toilet.
Read moreLatest news
Local pupils engage with history
13th May 2013
Last week the museum hosted our third series of workshops developed in response to local high school, Waid Academy's interest in how we (with our unique and comprehensive resources) can expand their students understanding of history.
- Reaper prepares to head South- 5th May 2013
Latest events
Museum Open Day
8th June 2013
Our annual Open Day will be held on Saturday 8th June this year.
Find us
We are beside the harbour in Anstruther which is on the Fife coast, 10 miles south of St Andrews
Further directionsExhibition: Hard Coast
An installation by Fergus, inspired by and incorporating material washed up along the Fife Coastal Path
Learn moreOpening Times
Summer (April to September)
Monday - Saturday: 10am - 5:30pm
Sunday: 11am - 5pm
Winter (October to March)
Monday - Saturday: 10am - 4:30pm
Sunday: 12 midday - 4.30pm
Last entry one hour before closing
Open throughout the year except Christmas and New Year periods.
Admission Charges
Adults: £7
Concessions: £6
Accompanied Children Free!
(up to 16 years, up to 5 per family)
Group Bookings
Parties of 12 or more adults booked in advance are admitted at the reduced rate:
Adult: £6.50 self-guided;
£7.00 guided
Concessions: £5.50 self-guided;
£6.00 guided
(Senior citizens, students, disabled)
Group rates also apply where there are more than 5 children:
Youth groups: £3.00 self-guided;
£3.50 guided
(Up to the age of 16, and up to 18 years in further education)
Primary School age children:
£3.00 per child - self-led tour
Secondary School age children: £3.50 per child - guided tour
Teachers and Group Leaders are free at a ratio of 1:5 for early years and 1:10 for primary and secondary schools
Additional Teachers / Group Leaders/adults £4.50
Registered Carers are free
N.B. Museum guides give their services on a voluntary basis and so adequate notice is required and we cannot guarantee availability.
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