St. Andrews Golf Course Tours and Tickets

The green fees for playing at St. Andrews Golf Course vary depending on the season. The high season is usually mid-April through mid-October, and the price for the Old Course can be around £355. During the low season (November through March), prices are around £128. Shoulder season is typically £240–£250.

There are multiple ways to book a tee time; golf packages with a guaranteed tee time are available, or you can enter a special ballot to play at the Old Course, which is drawn two days before you play. You can also use the St. Andrews Links online booking form.

Yes, you need a handicap certificate to play at the Old Course at St. Andrews. This certificate must be presented at the Old Course Starter on your play day. The maximum handicap accepted is 36 for both men and women. Other courses don’t require a handicap certificate.

Yes, the Old Course at St. Andrews is open to the public throughout the year, except on tournament days, Sundays, and when special events are running. The Old Course is run by the St. Andrews Links Trust, which looks after seven courses in St. Andrews.

Yes, you can rent clubs at St. Andrews Golf Courses. These are available at the clubhouses of the different Links Trust courses. However, making requests in advance to guarantee club hire is recommended, as stock may be limited on the day. There’s no need to book trolleys in advance.

To maximize your golfing experience at St. Andrews, it’s advisable to warm up on another links course before you play on the Old Course. Also, book your equipment rental in advance, and consider booking a caddie who can advise on technical aspects, locate shots, replace divots, and clean your equipment.