frequently asked questions about golf in St Andrews, kingdom of fife

Arranging golf breaks holidays and tee times at St Andrews Golf courses, book golf breaks St Andrews

1. How do I get into the Old Course Ballot?
The Old Course is a very busy place, sustaining 40,000 rounds of golf in a given year. There is often only a VERY limited number slots for 2,3 and 4 balls – especially during the months May  - September.

Single golfers wishing to play the Old Course can join the ballot and should contact the reservations department by email at reservations@standrews.org.uk
or by phone at +44 (0)1334 466666

The Old Course, and the other courses at St Andrews, are governed by the Links Trust.

Their website is www.standrews.org.uk and contains a wealth of information on how to play the Old Course.

2. How do I book a round on the Jubilee Course and other courses?
Starting times on the other 18 hole courses at St Andrews, including the Jubilee, should ideally be reserved at least one month in advance - but not for Saturdays. Saturday bookings for the Jubilee can be made 24 hours ahead. Contact the reservations department by email at reservations@standrews.org.uk
or by phone at +44 (0)1334 466666

3. How do I join the Heritage Golfing Society of St Andrews?
Visit their website at www.heritagegolfingsociety.org.
You can email the Secretary on info@heritagegolfingsociety.org or you can download an application form from the website.

4. How do I get to St Andrews from Glasgow or Edinburgh Airports?
The Kingdom of Fife lies on the east coast of Scotland, just north of the capital, Edinburgh. View a Map of the area.
Fife is very well served by mainline rail and express coach services, is close to the airports in Edinburgh and Dundee, and sits at the heart of Scotland's modern roads network. The closest railway station to St andrews is Leuchaes, 3 miles out of town.

Full details can be found at the Kingdom of Fife Tourist Board website.