Golf Breaks in St Andrews & Fife

The Old Course

St Andrews Links, Fife

• Most likely the most famous, historic and iconic course in the world
• Widely recognised as 'The Home of Golf'
• 29 time host of the Open Championship
• 5th ranked course in the world

Kingsbarns Golf Links

St Andrews, Fife

• Top 50 course in the world
• Course opened in 2000
• Hosted European Tour events annually since 2001 and the Women's British Open in 2017
• 15 minutes drive from St Andrews

The New Course

St Andrews Links, Fife

• Very little 'new' about the new Course having been designed by old Tom Morris in 1895.
• Known as the 'locals favourite' out of all the St Andrews courses on offer.
• Classic test of traditional Scottish links golf

The Castle Course

St Andrews Links, Fife

• Opened in 2008, it is the newest layout in St Andrews.
• The course features incredible views from above St Andrews.
• Designed by David Maclay Kidd.

The Duke's Course

St Andrews, Fife

• The only non-links style course in St Andrews
• Paired with the famous Old Course Hotel Resort & Spa which offers free transfers between the hotel and course.
• Designed by 5-time Open champion Peter Thompson
• Opened by HRH Prince Andrew in 1995
• 5 sets of tees on each hole allows golfers of all levels to enjoy the heathland layout

Other St Andrews Golf Courses

Jubilee Course, St Andrews
Established: 1897 | Par: 72 | Length: 6742 yards

Crail Golfing Society
Balcomie Links - Established: 1896
Par: 69 | Length: 5861 yards

Craighead Links - Established: 1998
Par: 74 | Length: 6651 yards

Fairmont St Andrews
Torrance Course - Established: 2001
Par: 72 | Length: 7230 yards

Kittocks Course - Established: 2002
Par: 71 | Length: 7192 yards

Ladybank Golf Club
Established: 1879 | Par: 71 | Length: 6580 yards

Leven Links
Established: 1846 | Par: 71 | Length: 6551 yards

Scotscraig Golf Club
Established: 1817 | Par: 71 | Length: 6669 yards

The Old Course Hotel

St Andrews, Fife

• 5 Star Hotel
• Sensational views over The Old Course, borders the renowned & feared 17th hole
• Short walk into the centre of St Andrews
• Voted Scotland Leading Golf Resort in 2010 and Luxury Resort Hotel of the Year in 2011
• Attached the famous Jigger Inn

Fairmont St Andrews Resort

St Andrews, Fife

• 5 Star Hotel
• Set within a 520 acre estate boasting its own Championship golf courses
• World class Spa & Dining facilities
• Views overlooking St Andrews Bay
• 10 minutes drive to St Andrews and Kingsbarns
• World class Spa & Dining facilities

Hotel Du Vin

St Andrews, Fife

• 4 Star Hotel
• Centrally located in St Andrews, close proximity to The Old Course
• Boutique hotel with breathtaking views over St Andrews Bay
• Incredible dining in the French inspired Bistro du Vin

The Ardgowan Hotel

St Andrews, Fife

• 3 star hotel
• Close proximity to the R&A clubhouse and the Old Course 1st tee
• Traditional Georgian townhouse

The Albany Hotel

St Andrews, Fife

• 3 Star Hotel
• Traditional Georgian terraced house, dating back to circa 1765
• Centrally located, 10 minutes from The Old Course, Jubilee Course and New Course
• Great range of bars and restaurants nearby

Hawkswood Country Estate

Cupar, Fife

• 5 Star rating
• Located 7 miles from St Andrews
• Exclusive house access, perfect for groups
• On site driving range and putting green

Nightlife

Golf will certainly play a precedence on any trip to St Andrews, but fear not, the lively pubs and bars will certainly keep you entertained!

• The Central Pub (Club)
• The St Andrews Brewing Company (Local Craft Beer Pub)
• The Adamson (Cocktail Bar)
• The Criterion (Live Music Venue)
• The Jigger Inn (Iconic Pub)
• The Road Hole Bar (Whiskey Bar)

Restaurants

The oldest university town in Scotland is home to a wide selection of cafe's and restaurants, there is a strong presence of independent eateries to choose from!

• The Seafood Bistro (Local Seafood)
• The Adamson (Modern Bistro)
• Little Italy (Italian)
• The Anstruther Fish Bar (Fish & Chips)
• The Peat Inn (Michelin Star Dining)
• Playfairs (Surf & Turf)

Activities

The medieval town of St Andrews is steeped in history, because of this there is a plethora of brilliant activities to choose from off the course.

• West Sands Beach (Local Beach)
• Kingsbarns Distillery (Distillery Tour)
• The Himalayas (Crazy Putting)
• The Byre Theatre (Plays and Live Music)
• Glamis Castle (Local History)
• Old Course St Andrews Guided Tour

Fife's Finest

1 Night, 2 Rounds

Bed & Breakfast at The Ardgowan Hotel

• 1 Round at Scotscraig Golf Club
• 1 Round at Leven Links

St Andrews' Special

2 Nights, 3 Rounds

Bed & Breakfast at Hotel Du Vin

• 1 Round at The Duke's Course
• 1 Round at Kittocks Course, Fairmont St Andrews
• 1 Round at The Castle Course

Signature Tour

5 Nights, 4 Rounds

Bed & Breakfast at Hotel Du Vin

• 1 Round at The Old Course
• 1 Round at New Course, Jubilee Course or Castle Course
• 1 Round at Kingsbarns Golf Club
• 1 Round at Carnoustie (Championship Course)