Dive into the marine world at Fife Seaweed Fest, where film, food, and coastal beauty collide. Discover the ocean’s bounty through film screenings, seaweed tastings, and seaside scenery.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Casual walking and standing; suitable for most visitors
Wildlife
History
Fife’s coastline has been central to Scotland’s maritime industries for centuries, with communities historically relying on fishing and marine harvests.
Conservation
The festival promotes sustainable harvesting of seaweed and marine conservation efforts to protect local ecosystems.
Fife Seaweed Fest
Dive into the marine world at Fife Seaweed Fest, where film, food, and coastal beauty collide. Discover the ocean’s bounty through film screenings, seaweed tastings, and seaside scenery.
Fife Seaweed Fest is a community-focused festival and series of hands-on experiences based in Saint Monans (St Monans), Scotland.
Featured on The Adventure Collective, Fife Seaweed Fest showcases the coastal plants, crafts and cultural stories connected to seaweed through small-group workshops, guided foraging walks, film screenings and tasting events.
Programming brings together local practitioners and visiting experts: foraging and food sessions are led by Graham and Christine from Whitehouse Foraging; artist Kit Martin runs darkroom and phytogram workshops; and special guest Eileen Budd contributes historical storytelling to selected events.
Offerings include cyanotype and darkroom printing, seaweed paper making, composting demonstrations using beach-cast seaweed, craft sessions, guided low-tide forages with hands-on cooking, and film nights such as the UK premiere of "Mother of the Sea" with filmmaker Q&As and a seaweed gin tasting.
Workshops emphasize accessible, practical learning and place-based connection to the Fife coastline. The Cyanotypes at the Seashore workshop is explicitly limited to four participants and supplies materials; other sessions take place on nearby beaches and in community venues.
Fife Seaweed Fest focuses on combining creative practice, ecological appreciation and local knowledge to offer trustworthy, expert-led opportunities for anyone wanting to learn more about seaweed, coastal craft and foraging in Fife.
Participants of all ages and abilities are welcomed and encouraged regularly.
Location
Saint Monans
On the Fife coast, Scotland
Intimate Sessions
Up to 4 (cyanotypes)
Small-group cyanotype workshop
Film Events
UK premiere
Includes "Mother of the Sea" screening
Workshops Offered
9 experiences
Foraging, craft, film and composting
Reserve workshops, foraging walks or film nights — see dates and details for cyanotypes, seaweed forages, paper-making, composting and more.
Protect your skin
Apply reef-safe sunscreen before engaging in outdoor seaweed foraging or beach activities.
Bring a camera
Capture the stunning coastal vistas and vibrant marine life around Fife's shores.
Dress for the weather
Wear layers and waterproof gear suitable for sea breezes and possible rain.
Respect local wildlife
Observe marine life from a respectful distance to help preserve the ecosystem.
Camera or smartphone
Capture the scenic coastal view and memorable moments.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin during outdoor activities.
Beach hat or cap
Shield your face from the sun while on the coast.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated while enjoying outdoor festivities.