Lower Largo

Village beach on the Firth of Forth, only designated a bathing water in 2022; has had some of Scotland's highest sewage pollution levels and is currently classified Poor.

Beach & safety

Water quality: Poor (2025)

Lifeguard: unpatrolled

Hazards: Persistent sewerage pollution, worse at low tide and on incoming tide; short-term pollution risk after heavy rain.

Dogs

Unofficial source: View the supporting source →Not an authority; check current signage.

Family

Attractive village beach but currently not recommended for swimming due to poor water quality classification.

Fishing

The Forth sand, shingle and rocky features can support flatfish, winter codling and whiting, with bass and mackerel in warmer periods.

Species reported: Flounder, Plaice, Dab, Codling, Whiting, Bass, Mackerel

Crabbing

recommended with supervision

Access & parking

Direct from Lower Largo village/harbour area.