St Andrews - The Old Course
- 18 holes
- Links
- Par: 72
- SSS: 73
- 6721 yards
The oldest golf course in the world, the Old Course at St. Andrews cites its course designer as "Mother nature", thanks to its history dating back over 600 years. Today, it's one of the most coveted rounds in the world and offers public play all year round. Golfers can enter the daily lottery for a chance at securing a tee time, or book through one of a handful of package providers who have secured tee times. The course is most famous for its large double greens on 14 holes and 112 bunkers, each of which have a name and a story to go with it. Its famous "Road Hole" 17th and Swilcan Bridge are icons in the golfing world.
It's also the most frequent host to the British Open, as it is staged here every five years, and Tiger Woods proclaims the Old his favorite course in the world. -- Brandon Tucker
Location: A91 from Cupar. Once in town take third turning on left into Golf Place and follow for 500 yards.
Pilmour House
St Andrews
Fife KY16 9SF
Scotland P: +44 (0) 1334 466666
F: +44 (0) 1334 479555
W: standrews.org.uk
Par, yardages and ratings
| Tee | Par | Yardage | SSS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medal | 72 | 6721 | 73 |
St Andrews - The Old Course at a glance
- Holes: 18
- Designed by: Alister MacKenzie, Old Tom Morris
- Type: Public
- Style: Links
- Built in: 1850
- Golf Season: Low 11/1-3/31; High 4/1-10/31
- Visitor Policy: All year apart from Sundays and by reservation or by ballot. Need to book well in advance. There is a daily ballot for play the next day but it does not always guarantee a game. Visitors must have handicap certificates or letter of introduction.
- Tee times welcomed: Yes
Practice facilities & tuition
- Driving range: Yes
- Putting green: Yes
- Teaching pro:
- Golf school / golf academy:
Services
- Pro: Yes
- Clubs for hire: Yes
- Buggies for hire: Only with medical certificate
- Trolleys for hire: Yes
Green fees
- Week days: £61 - £130
- Week-ends: £61 - £130
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