how to play number 1 at the old course

When is the best time of year to play the Old Course?

Checking in. The St Andrews Links Clubhouse is the clubhouse for the Old, New and Jubilee Courses. You can use parking and locker facilities here. A buggy can then take you to the Old Pavilion for check-in. It is located adjacent to the first tee and offers golfers somewhere to wait in comfort with access to toilets and refreshments.

How do I get tee times for the Old Course?

To enter there must be a minimum of two and a maximum of four players. Single Golfers. Single golfers with suitable handicaps who wish to play the Old Course without an existing tee time …

Can single Golfers play the old course without an existing tee time?

Broken Sound Club - Old Course / Hole 1. The opening hole is a snaked par 5 measuring 561 yards from the back tee. Players can take dead aim at the fairway bunkers with their tee shots to set …

How long is the opening hole on the Old Course?

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How do you play hole by hole in Old Course?

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How difficult is St Andrews Old Course?

The 17th on the Old Course is considered to be one of the most difficult holes in all of golf. On a course labelled the “Home of Golf” there are always going to be tests that push your golfing ability to the limit. The Road Hole is for sure the toughest test.

Do you need a handicap to play Old Course St Andrews?

You will need a handicap certificate to play the Old Course. So be sure to register for one with the USGA or your local club in advance of your trip. Maximum allowed handicaps are 24 for men and 36 for women.

Can I use a trolley on the Old Course?

Following the resumption of play on our courses after the Covid-19 lockdown, the restriction on trolleys on the Old Course has been relaxed. This will remain in place until the end of October 2021.

Which is the hardest course at St Andrews?

The Jubilee CourseThe Jubilee Course is considered by most locals to be the most difficult course at St Andrews. It is the closest course to West Sands Beach and is therefore the most exposed to the elements. The course has gorse lined, narrow, fairways and tough sloping greens.

Why is the Old Course so good?

Strategic options are endless on the Old. The fairways are hundreds of yards wide in places and many of the double greens are over 25,000 square feet. That combination leads to a huge variety of angles and pin placements that, in combination with the wind, mean no two rounds are ever alike.

How much do you tip a caddie at St Andrews?

20 poundsThe minimum pay for a St. Andrews caddie is 45 pounds plus tip. The tip for a good caddie is at least 20 pounds—65 total. They give 5 pounds back to the Links Trust.

Can you wear shorts on St Andrews Old Course?

Slacks or shorts (no more than four (4) inches above the knee), collared shirts or turtlenecks (including mock turtlenecks) and golf shoes are required on the Course. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. In general, everyone on the Course is expected to dress in a neat and appropriate manner.

Can the public play St Andrews Old Course?

The Old Course at St Andrews may be one of the most important courses in golf history, but it is also a public course and remains open to all.

What handicap is needed for St Andrews?

36 or belowThe Old Course at St. Andrews requires all golfers to have a handicap of 36 or below. Muirfield and Royal Portrush Golf Club are a little more restrictive, both requiring an 18 or better to play the course (24 for females at Royal Portrush).

How good do you have to be to play St Andrews?

All golfers on the St Andrews Old course are required to have a recognised handicap. Both men and women should have a handicap of 36 or lower. This is a new higher limit for men, introduced in 2020. All golfers must be able to present an official handicap or certificate prior to play on the Old course.

Why do golfers carry their bag?

In almost all situations I believe it to be much better (and safer) to use a buggy rather than lugging your clubs around 18 holes. Carrying your clubs not only places a huge amount of compressive force on your spine, but also causes lactic acid build up in the surrounding muscles causing fatigue and you guessed it.....

How many years of history does the Home of Golf have?

Join more than 600 years of history at the Home of Golf and enjoy the round of a lifetime. Don't forget to post your pictures to our digital guestbook and join thousands of other golfers who have created their own little piece of history on the hallowed turf.

How long do you have to wait at the tee?

You'll need to be at the tee at least twenty minutes before your tee-time. If you've entered via the ballot, payment of your green fee will be made to the Starter on the day.

What is the golf academy?

The Golf Academy is the warm up area for the Old Course and a free shuttle service will take you round to the Links Clubhouse and first tee during high season.

What is the golf academy at St Andrews?

The Golf Academy is the warm up area for the Old Course and a free shuttle service will take you round to the Links Clubhouse and first tee during high season. If you're new to Links golf and have time for a lesson, why not visit our PGA-Qualified St Andrews Links Instructors for the perfect introduction? The Prepare to Play lesson is one of our most popular with visiting golfers.

Can you record a telephone call?

Telephone calls may be recorded for permitted business purposes .

Can you book a tee time on all golf courses?

However, single golfers are able to book tee times on all courses with the exception of the Old Course where a minimum of 2 golfers per ballot entry is still required.

What is the easiest hole to play at the clubhouse?

This straight away par 4 heading back towards the clubhouse is one of the easier holes on the course. Players can blast away with their tee shots as the landing area slopes away, gaining some extra yardage. Fairway bunkers on the left and a few trees on the right are all that come into play from the tee.

What is the hole 9 on the golf course?

One of the tougher driving holes on the course, No. 9 is completely lined with water left and Out of Bounds to the right. This hole requires a great drive accompanied by an even better second shot into a raised green surrounded by four bunkers. Typically into the wind, only the longest of hitters can find this two tiered green in two. Par is a fantastic score here.

How far is the opening hole of the par 5?

The opening hole is a snaked par 5 measuring 561 yards from the back tee.#N#Players can take dead aim at the fairway bunkers with their tee shots to set up their second shot. Longer hitters will want to aim right or cut the corner to avoid driving through the fairway. Hazards line the right side of the hole from 150 yards out so make sure your second shots are dialed in.#N#Approach shots will want to find this raised green as the entire circumference slopes down and away.

Where is the bunker on the finishing hole of the golf course?

The drive on this finishing hole must play over an expanded lake directly in front of the tees to a fairly narrow landing area flanked by bunkers left and right. Long hitters should look to carry the left fairway bunker, where the fairway widens out. The fairway between the landing areas is dotted with fairway bunkers, which look menacing but provide more room than what appears at first glance.

What is the toughest hole in golf?

Arguably the toughest hole on the golf course, No. 13 is a true test. This hole requires a precise drive with hazards lining the left side and trouble right. With the toughest approach shot on the course, players are required to carry a long iron or wood over water into a multi level green.

Do you have to stay right on a golf tee shot?

Tee shots must stay right as the entire left side of the hole is lined with thick trees and Out of Bounds. Longer hitters must be accurate off the tee as the water hazard right comes into play.

Is Par a good score?

Par is a good score here however birdies can be made.

How many foursomes can you play at St Andrews?

You can book up to two foursomes, or as few as two players. There are limited advanced times for single players as well. Prepare to give the Links Trust the other names in your group, their handicaps and home clubs as well as a second course to play at St. Andrews.

How early can you play golf in summer?

Arrive as early as 5:30 a.m. in summer’s high season, provide proof that you’re a max handicap of 24 for men and 36 for women, then wait your turn to be paired with a two-ball or three-ball game. Some days you’ll be paired within an hour. You might also check in all day, all week, and never tee it up.

How many nights does the OCE package include?

But if you can handle the tariffs, this route could be for you. The OCE features three-, four- and five-night packages that include luxury lodging (Old Course Hotel, Fairmont St. Andrews, Macdonald Rusacks), clubhouse lunches, course transfers and guaranteed Old Course access for one round.

When is the tee time on Links Trust?

January, February, March, April, October, November and December all offer the prospect of a guaranteed tee time on the Old Course. Requirements are that you stay in a local participating hotel and sign up for rounds on two other Links Trust courses. Be aware, though, that you’ll be required to use fairway mats during five of those months.

Does Links Trust have old course tee times?

The Links Trust also allocates a limited number of Old Course tee times to local hotels and guest houses in St. Andrews (stayinstandrews.com). Occasionally, these properties will farm out their tee times to tour operators that bring them business, but most of the time this is a perfectly legitimate option for folks seeking an Old Course time.

How long do you have to head up to play the old course?

You will have 48 hours ‘heads-up’ to make alternative arrangements if you are unlucky. Your last chance saloon is to take the ‘walk-up’ option. The ‘walk-up’ option offers the realistic opportunity of getting to play the Old Course since….

When is the first tee time in April?

First tee time in April is around 07:00hrs during the first half of the month, then 06:40 in the second half. It’s then 06:30 May through the latter part of August, then 07:00 in September and 08:00 in October. Make sure to check the daily ballot draw sheet for the first tee time on the actual date you wish to play.

How many walk up slots are there in 2019?

Of which around 25 single slots per day were left open for walk-ups. The greater number of single slots in 2019 than 2018 (4,809 v 3,677) is due in part to the greater number of days when ballot times were available (154 v 145).

Can you walk up at Old Pavilion?

You will be assigned a position on the walk-up list by staff when they first arrive but your position on the list is only valid whilst you are waiting at the Old Pavilion or thereabouts. If you are the next golfer on the list, but are not present when a slot becomes available you won’t be offered it.

Can you walk up on a golf course?

The ‘walk-up’ option is NOT restricted to single golfers. Groups of 2 or more golfers may also queue up to get on, although they may well be split up to fill the available slots. All potential players must join the queue. You cannot nominate just one golfer to queue on behalf of your whole group.

How much to play the old course?

Those who are risk averse and are willing to spend upwards of $1,000 to $2,000 per person to ‘guarantee’ a tee time on the Old will lean toward purchasing a ‘guaranteed tee time” from an Authorised Provider. This designation (spelled with an ‘s’ as opposed to a ‘z’) is bestowed on a limited number of golf tour operators who are allocated tee times by St. Andrews (Pioneer Golf is an Authorised Provider). Most golfers who play the Old Course do not pay this hefty premium and instead choose one or all of three different ways to get onto the Old. It’s important for a group leader to understand all four methods of securing an Old Course tee time since that decision is being made for all in the group. It’s equally important for anyone joining a trip to understand what approach is being taken to hopefully play the Old Course as it’s often a crucial component of a trip.

How many courses are required to play St Andrews?

Requirements: Two courses are required. You must play another of the St. Andrews courses (Castle, New, or Jubilee).

How do odds affect tee time?

There are several factors involved that impact the odds of getting a tee time through the Advanced Application, Daily Ballot or Standby Line. The odds depend heavily on things such as the group size, the month of travel and the number of days a group spends in St. Andrews.

What is the most expensive way to get on the old tee time?

Each Old tee time comes paired with either a Castle, New, or Jubilee time. Price: This is the most expensive way to get on the Old as each tee time includes a hefty premium over and above the green fee. The premium for a time is less in April than the rest of the season. Generally sell out many months before play.

How does the guaranteed route work at the old course?

Essentially, there are two paths for securing a tee time at The Old Course. The end result of “The Guaranteed Route” is that you will end up with a tee time that is absolutely guaranteed. If booking before September 7 of the year prior to play, the graphic below illustrates that a guaranteed time at the hefty premium is reserved for you. However, if you’re successful in the “Advance Reservations” process; then you use that tee time instead which saves you from having to paying the premium for the guaranteed tee time. If booking after September 7, then the “Advance Reservations” process will have passed so then a guaranteed tee time at the premium described above is allocated to you.

When are St Andrews tee times due?

For example, applications for play in 2023 must be submitted by September 7, 2022. This process was cancelled by St. Andrews for 2022 tee times due to Covid (this process should be available for 2023 times).

How many times does Pioneer Golf enter you into the ballot?

If you’re in St. Andrews for six days, Pioneer Golf will enter you into the ballot six times provided the course is open.