St Andrews Old Course The Links, St Andrews, Fife, Scotland
The Old Course at St Andrews is loved or loathed, appreciated or misunderstood, but as the birthplace of golf, it is universally respected. Standing on the first tee of the Old Course at St Andrews is the realisation of a dream for many golfers, yet with the widest fairway in the world ahead, it's amazing how many are overwhelmed by nerves and put forward a less than ideal beginning to their round. The subtle bumps and hollows make for uncertainty on every shot, the placement of the bunkers and other natural hazards and the varied slopes and swales on the massive double greens make for a golfing experience without peer.
| Address: | The Links, St Andrews, Fife, Scotland |
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| Region: | East |
| Founded: | 15th Century |
| Course Architect: | Daw Anderson (1850s), Old Tom Morris (1860-1900s) and Dr Alistair McKenzie (1930s) |
| Course Type: | Links |
| Par: | 72 |
| Length: | 7115 Yards |
| Pro Shop: | Yes |
| Carts: | If you have a permanent disability cart is allowed but must be driven by a caddy |
| Caddies: | Yes |
| Pull Trollies: | After 12 noon |
| Catering: | Yes, in the Links and Eden Clubhouses |
| Major Events: | Hosted the Open Championship 28 times. Hosted the Amateur Championship 16 times. Has also played host to the Walker Cup and the Curtis Cup. Annually hosts the final round of the Dunhill Links Champion |
| Practice Facilities: | Putting green, Driving Range and short game facilities |
| Guest Locker Rooms: | Yes |
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