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02 Visit The Home of Golf 04 Fantastic value golf in Fife 06 Travel tips 07 Golf course profiles 08 The Kingdom of Fife golf courses 20 Practice centres and driving ranges 22 Tour operators 24 Area map and course index 26 VisitScotland Information Centres 27 Quality Assurance 28 Golfers’ accommodation 40 Away from the fairways 42 What’s on 44 Stay in Fife, play in Perthshire

Golf in The Kingdom of Fife St Andrews is The Home of Golf and The Kingdom of Fife is the cradle of the game. The Old Course is famous the world over but many other fabulous courses grace this beautiful region. There is no finer place for a golf break.

Disclaimer VisitScotland has published this guide in good faith to reflect information submitted to it by the proprietors of the premises listed who have paid for the entries to be included.

Although VisitScotland has taken reasonable steps to confirm the information contained in this guide at the time of going to press, it cannot guarantee that the information published is and remains accurate. Accordingly, VisitScotland recommends that all information is checked with the proprietor of the premises prior to booking to ensure that its price and all other aspects of the premises are satisfactory. VisitScotland accepts no responsibility for any error or misrepresentation contained in the guide and excludes all liability for loss or damage caused by any reliance placed on the information contained in this guide. VisitScotland also cannot accept any liability for loss caused by the bankruptcy, or liquidation, or insolvency, or cessation of trade of any company, firm or individual contained in this guide. Quality Assurance awards are correct as at November 2010.

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Cover The world-renowned Old Course, St Andrews.

01 Kingsbarns has dramatic sea views from every hole.

02 Play with ‘hickories’ at Kingarrock Golf Course.

Credits Photography: Paul Tomkins / VisitScotland / Scottish Viewpoint and The Kingdom of Fife golf courses.

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Visit The Home of Golf 02

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01 Historic Balcomie Links, Crail.

02 The five-star British Golf Museum, St Andrews.

03 Accuracy off the tee is important at Ladybank.

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Playing golf at St Andrews is the ultimate thrill, the legendary Old Course with its infamous Road Hole and the Swilcan Bridge being familiar to anyone with a passing interest in the ancient game. Every five years The Open is staged at St Andrews, The Home of Golf recently providing the setting for the 150th anniversary Open, won by South Africa’s Louis Oosthuizen.

Nowhere has hosted the historic tournament more often than St Andrews, the list of past champions reading like a who’s who of golf.

Tiger Woods, Nick Faldo, Seve Ballesteros, Jack Nicklaus, Sam Snead, Bobby Jones, James Braid, all legends who competed for the famous Claret Jug and triumphed on the most recognisable stretch of links on the planet.

Everyone dreams of playing the Old Course, and the great thing is that you can.

St Andrews also boasts several other fantastic golf courses. The New Course, still more than a century old, was created by ‘Old’ Tom Morris, the St Andrews born four-time Open Champion who also designed such timeless classics as Muirfield, Carnoustie and Royal Dornoch.

The Jubilee Course and Eden Course are both excellent golfing tests and also in St Andrews there is the Castle Course, opened to great acclaim in 2008. In fact, it is possible to enjoy a complete golfing break without leaving St Andrews, but that would mean missing out on the many other superb courses in the region.

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A few miles down the coast from St Andrews is Kingsbarns, another classic links course that is regarded as one of Scotland’s finest. In October, Kingsbarns comes together with the Old Course and Carnoustie in Angus to host the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, one of the richest tournaments on the European Tour.

Continue along the epic Fife coastline and you will discover other local golfing gems. Crail Golfing Society is one of the oldest golf clubs in the world, the original holes of its beautiful Balcomie Links laid out by ‘Old’ Tom Morris.

Another super links test is Elie where the illustrious James Braid cut his teeth, the five-times Open champion and prolific course architect hailing from the pretty seaside town. Braid also redesigned Lundin Links, another unforgettable Fife course that is regularly used for Open qualifying and was voted among the top links courses in Britain by Golf Monthly magazine.

Fife may be synonymous with classic links courses but venture inland and you will find

lovely parkland venues like Ladybank, which has been used seven times for Open qualifying. All told, there are more than 45 golf courses in The Kingdom of Fife, just waiting to be discovered.

In St Andrews, close to the R&A clubhouse, you will find the fantastic British Golf Museum where you can delve into the game’s origins and learn all about those two famous golfing sons of Fife, ‘Old’ Tom Morris and James Braid.

Golf was born on Scotland’s east coast. The fact is that they have been swinging clubs in Fife since the 16th century. You will find an unyielding passion for golf in the region and the timeless courses will provide you with long-lasting memories. Knowledgeable local tour operators are on hand too, to help you compile your dream golfing itinerary.

Come to The Home of Golf and explore the golfing delights of The Kingdom of Fife. You can’t fail but be inspired playing in this beautiful region that has such an impressive golfing pedigree.

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Fantastic value golf in Fife

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Make the most of your golf break in The Kingdom of Fife by selecting from the excellent range of passes and packages that are available to visiting golfers. These superb incentives allow you to play some fantastic courses and make great savings too. Whatever your course preferences and whatever the time of year, there is a local golfing programme that will suit your needs.

01 Scotscraig, a regular Open qualifying venue.

02 Aberdour Golf Club, by the Firth of Forth.

03 The Torrance Course, Fairmont St Andrews.

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The First in Fife Golfpass is an excellent option for you to consider for playing golf in Fife and it’s the first in Scotland to go completely online – allowing you to buy your Golfpass and book tee times at firstinfifegolf.com

Join the thousands of golfers who have already enjoyed using the Golfpass for a great value golf break in 2011.

For 2011, prices have been frozen at just £63 for a 3-round pass while the 5-round version represents better value still at only £99. These passes can be used up during a single visit to The Kingdom of Fife or pass holders can come back again and use them any time between 1 April and 31 October.

Links With History is another excellent Fife scheme. This is a special joint booking initiative that has been developed by four historic Fife golf courses. Subscribers to Links With History are given easy access to championship courses, a discount on normal green fees and lots of useful advice and information to make your golf break in Fife perfect. Links With History allows you to book two, three or four rounds of golf and the courses involved in the scheme are Crail Golfing Society, Lundin Links, Ladybank and Scotscraig, which is an Open qualifying venue. For more details on Links With History visit linkswithhistory.com or call 01592 649660.

For full details of the Golfpass courses and their accommodation partners visit firstinfifegolf.com or call the Golfpass helpline on 08445 860277.

If you are planning on playing golf in The Kingdom of Fife during the winter months then you should definitely consider the Winter Golf Package with which you will receive three

There are 13 great courses to choose from – Aberdour, Balbirnie Park, Burntisland, Canmore, Charleton, Dunfermline, Elmwood, Forrester Park, the Kinross Bruce and Montgomery courses, Kirkcaldy, Pitreavie and Thornton.

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guaranteed tee times on St Andrews Links courses – including the Old Course – plus accommodation, all for as little as £240 per person. As well as playing the Old Course you can tackle the Jubilee Course, Eden Course and others, while staying in anything from a comfortable B&B to a luxury hotel. For more information on the Winter Golf Package, go to visitfife.com/golf Finally, St Andrews Links offers 3 and 7 day tickets that permit unlimited play on all St Andrews Links courses, except for the Old Course. Tickets can be purchased on the first day of play from the clubhouse or the starter, and can be used over a period of 7 or 14 days respectively. Tickets cannot be purchased in advance. For more details on the St Andrews Links tickets visit standrews.org.uk As you can see, there are different ways of enjoying quality golf in The Kingdom of Fife while making considerable savings.

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Travel tips

Golf course profiles

The Kingdom of Fife is easily accessible from all of Scotland’s main cities along the major routes and is a short but unforgettable journey from Edinburgh, across the Firth of Forth with its iconic road and rail bridges.

Whatever your choice, from championship to 9-hole holiday golf, you can expect excellent value for money in The Kingdom of Fife.

Browse through this guide and you’ll be sure to find a great range of challenging courses which will surprise and delight you. Quite irrespective of your choice however, the hospitality and warmth of welcome on offer at each is amongst the best to be found anywhere in Scotland.

By road From Aberdeen and Dundee, take the A92 across the Tay Road Bridge straight into the north of the Kingdom. From Perth and the north follow the M90 south towards Edinburgh and access Fife. From the south, travel from either the west towards Glasgow or up the east coast to Edinburgh. Access from Glasgow is best along the M8 through Edinburgh and across the Forth Road Bridge to Dunfermline, where the A92 begins. If you’re travelling around Fife by car, the A92 connects the whole region, running from the north east to the south west.

Many scenic routes link the smaller towns and villages and all are well-signposted to help you find your destination.

By bus Why not let someone else drive? Express coach links from all major cities in the UK service the area. There is also a good network of local bus services within The Kingdom of Fife. For more information visit nationalexpress.com and travelinescotland.com

By rail St Andrews & The Kingdom of Fife has several stations with regular trains from Aberdeen, Dundee and Edinburgh on the East Coast Line, from Inverness and Perth and from Glasgow, via Edinburgh. Regular trains run from all the

major English cities and towns up either the east or west coast. The Fife Circle then allows you to travel around the region and to the nearest train station to St Andrews, Leuchars.

For more information visit nationalrail.co.uk and travelinescotland.com

By air Both Edinburgh and Dundee airports are only 20 minutes drive from Fife with local, national and international flights arriving and departing by the hour. A regular bus link runs between Edinburgh Airport and Fife, or there are many car hire companies available. For more information visit baa.co.uk

Open qualifying The Open returned to the open open Old Course, St Andrews in qualifying venue 2010 with South African Louis Oosthuizen winning the famous Claret Jug. On this occasion Fairmont St Andrews, Kingsbarns, Ladybank and Scotscraig were used as local qualifying courses.

The James Braid Collection Explore the legacy of James Braid, one of Scotland’s greatest golf course designers, golf champion and pioneer of the game. The Links Golf Trail lies in the hinterland of Braid’s home town of Elie in the East Neuk of Fife. Look for the logo on course listings to see where James Braid worked his magic.

The following pages contain profiles for every course in The Kingdom of Fife. The courses appear in alphabetical order, so you can easily find specific courses and then use the number reference to find them on the map (pages 24 – 25).

Alternatively, if you want to search for courses in a certain area, simply locate them on the map and then use the map index to find their profile.

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Green fees listed are per round and each profile highlights which of the following facilities are available at each club.

Where to find out more Staff are on hand in all our VisitScotland Information Centres to offer help on transport and much more. Please refer to the list of VisitScotland Information Centres on page 26.

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01 A hole marker at Scotscraig Golf Course.

02 Family friendly golf at Elie.

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The Kingdom of Fife golf courses 1 A coastal course with views over the River Forth of Inchcolm, Edinburgh and the Pentlands. A unique start with two spectacular Par 3’s.

Balbirnie Park Golf Club

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Aberdour Golf Club Seaside Place, Aberdour KY3 0TX T: 01383 860080 F: 01383 860050 manager@aberdourgolfclub.co.uk aberdourgolfclub.co.uk

Charleton Golf Club

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Charleton, Colinsburgh KY9 1HG T: 01333 340505 F: 01333 340583 clubhouse@charleton.co.uk charleton.co.uk

Charleton is a stunning 18-hole golf course with spectacular views over the Firth of Forth.

A warm welcome awaits in our fully licensed club house.

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Open: All year

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£32

£40

H: 18 Par/SSS: 67/65

Round

£28

£35

H: 18 Par/SSS: 12

D/Ticket

£42

£50

Length: 5,106yds

D/Ticket

£46

£56

Length: 6,152yds

Founded 1890. Tom Morris snr 9-hole course, hole 5, the Rockies “hardest par 3 in Great Britain”. Superb views from all holes, from May Island to Edinburgh.

Weekend

D/Ticket N/A N/A

Length: 6,300yds

The perfect choice for the keen golfer who enjoys playing on beautiful wooded parkland with fine panoramic views. This is a must course to play when visiting the St Andrews area, a course that will suit all standards of golfers.

Online booking now available via our website for all the best offers.

Type: Links

£18(9) £28(18) £18(9) £28(18) H: 9

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H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/71

Par/SSS: 62

Length: 4,690yds

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Burntisland Golf House Club

3 An interesting, short course, in quiet and peaceful surroundings in the former mining village of Cardenden, established in 1904. The course is open to visitors and bookings from parties welcome.

Open: All year

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Woodend Road, Cardenden KY5 0NH T: 08451 555555 ext. 471790 golf@fife.gov.uk fifedirect.org.uk/golf

Dodhead, Kirkcaldy Road, Burntisland KY3 9LQ T: 01592 872116 info@burntislandgolfhouseclub.co.uk burntislandgolfhouseclub.co.uk

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Cluny Golf Course

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Cluny Clays, Cluny,

by Kirkcaldy KY2 6QU T: 01592 720374 F: 01592 720314 enquiries@clunygolf.co.uk clunygolf.co.uk

Interesting intermediate 9-hole course.

Great for children, families, beginners and established golfers. 20 bay driving range, ‘Powertee’ automatic ball presentation, bays and clubs for kids.

Licensed clubhouse. PGA professional.

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£12.50

£14.50

H: 9

D/Ticket N/A N/A

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Crail Golfing Society – Balcomie Links

Although not long, Dodhead’s generous fairways, lush grass and links type greens offer the visitor many different challenges and shot-making tests. And fun too!

Open: All year

Balcomie Clubhouse, open Fifeness, Crail KY10 3XN qualifying T: 01333 450686 F: 01333 450416 info@crailgolfingsociety.co.uk crailgolfingsociety.co.uk

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£20

£20

H: 9

D/Ticket

£20

£20

Length: 2,537yds x2

Par/SSS: 68/66

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Founded in 1855 Cupar is probably the oldest 9-hole club in Britain. Sloping fairways and cunningly placed fast but true greens demand accurate driving and careful putting. Wonderful views over the area. Visitors are assured a warm welcome.

Clubhouse catering and Bar.

Par/SSS: 32

Length: 2,339yds

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Hilltarvit, Ceres Road, Cupar KY15 5JT T/F: 01334 653549

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Balbirnie Park, Markinch KY7 6NR craigfdonnelly@aol.com T/F: 01592 752006 balbirniegolf.com

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The sea is the major influence on this ancient course, being visible from every hole and forming the out of bounds on six holes.

Open: All year

Dora Golf Course

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Seco Place, Cowdenbeath KY4 8PD T: 01383 513079 golf@fife.gov.uk fifedirect.org.uk/golf

This relatively new course completed in 1988, recently extended to a full 18-holes, a parkland course with tree lined fairways, ideal for both low and high handicap play.

Open: All year

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Inland

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£6

£8

H: 9

Round

£29 (M-Th)

£36 (F,S,S)

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70

Round

£57

£72

H: 18 Par/SSS: 69/70

Round

£15

£20

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70

D/Ticket

£39 (M-Th)

£48 (F,S,S)

Length: 5,993yds

D/Ticket

£79

£99

Length: 5,922yds

D/Ticket

£25

£32

Length: 6,522yds

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Venturefair Avenue, Dunfermline KY12 0PE T: 01383 728416 F: 01383 731649 canmoregolfclub@btconnect.com canmoregolfclub.co.uk

Tree lined parkland course.

The lack of course length is countered by tricky fast greens, and a good short game is needed!

Open: All year

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Drumoig Golf Course

Balcomie Clubhouse, Fifeness, Crail KY10 3XN T: 01333 450686 F: 01333 450416 info@crailgolfingsociety.co.uk crailgolfingsociety.co.uk

The sea is visible from every hole on this Championship modern links course that has hosted many international matches.

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Length: 5,250yds

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D/Ticket N/A N/A

Par/SSS: 66

Open: All year

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Forgan Drive, Drumoig,

by St Andrews KY16 0DW T: 01382 541898 starter@drumoiggolfhotel.com drumoiggolfhotel.com

The 18-hole golf course, which was opened in 1996, is exciting and varied with a reputation of being playable throughout the year.

Open: All year

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£20

£25

H: 18 Par/SSS: 67/66

Round

£57

£72

H: 18 Par/SSS: 72/74

Round

£25

£35

H: 18 Par/SSS: 72

D/Ticket

£30

£35

Length: 5,350yds

D/Ticket

£79

£99

Length: 6,728yds

D/Ticket

£35

£45

Length: 6,396yds

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Marsfield, Shore Road Anstruther KY10 3DZ T: 01333 310956 captain@anstruthergolf.co.uk anstruthergolf.co.uk

Type: Parkland

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The Kingdom of Fife golf courses

The Kingdom of Fife golf courses

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COURSE: THE DUKES COURSE

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Round

£55-£110 N/A

Type: Heathland H: 18 Par/SSS: 71

D/Ticket N/A N/A

Length: 7,512yds

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The Dukes Course With a spectacular setting above St Andrews, the championship The Duke’s gives magnificent panoramic views over the surrounding countryside to the sea.

The Duke’s is highly regarded as one of the finest heathland championship courses in the British Isles and a ‘must play’ course for any golfer. Its style ranks alongside the great inland challenges which demand accuracy and inventive play as well as power golf. And with five separate tee positions at every hole, The Duke’s has the flexibility and challenge to appeal to golfers at every level.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Round

£75

£85

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70

D/Ticket

£95

£105

Length: 6,273yds

Golf Course Lane Elie, Fife KY9 1AS T: 01333 330301 F: 01333 330895

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The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9SP T: 01334 474371 Bookings: 01334 474371 reservations@oldcoursehotel.co.uk oldcoursehotel.co.uk

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Golf has been played on the Links at Elie for over 200 years and today’s visitor will experience a traditional links course not long, no par 5’s and only 2 par 3’s, yet setting some very interesting challenges.

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Dunnikier Park Golf Course Dunnikier Way, Kirkcaldy KY1 3LP T: 01592 261599/205916 F: 01592 642541 dunnikierparkgolfclub@btinternet.com dunnikierparkgolfclub.com

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Elmwood Golf Course

A superbly maintained parkland course on the outskirts of Kirkcaldy. Very forgiving with few bunkers, an ideal course for new golfers or anyone seeking a relaxing days golf.

Open: All year

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£15

£20

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71

D/Ticket

£25

£32

Length: 6,709yds

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Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£35

£40 (Sun)

H: 18 Par/SSS: 72/70

D/Ticket

£50 N/A

Length: 6,121yds

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Pitfirrane, Crossford, Dunfermline, Fife T: 01383 723534

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Pitfirrane is described as an undulating parkland course. The greens and fairways are always in excellent condition and the tower house dating to the 15th century forms an impressive and unique backdrop on several holes.

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Stratheden, Cupar, Fife KY15 5RS T: 01334 658780 F: 01334 658918 clubhouse@elmwood.ac.uk elmwoodgc.co.uk

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Open: All year

COURSE: Elmwood

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£26

£29

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/69

D/Ticket

£36.50

£39.50

Length: 6,116yds

Elmwood Golf welcomes both golfers and non golfers alike and has over 900 Season Ticket holders. Visitors and golf parties are warmly welcomed.

Our new Driving range has covered bays, real grass bays, target greens, short game practise area and floodlighting for all year round use.

Fairways Restaurant provides good value bar lunch to fine dining in the evenings with outstanding views across the 18th green to Tarvit Hill.

The Pro-shop caters for all your needs and also provides a club fitting service.

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Falkland Golf Course

A charming gently undulating parkland layout, with views of Falkland Palace and the Lomond Hills, but a tough test of golf.

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£85

£95

H: 18 Par/SSS: 72

Round

£12

£15

H: 9

Length: 7,192yds

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£12

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Length: 5,124yds

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Host to final qualifying for the Open Championship and the Scottish Senior Open 2010.

It has won 20th best modern course and boasts stunning views.

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£34

£44

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71

D/Ticket

£44

£54

Length: 6,086yds

Forrester Park Resort

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Kingarrock Golf Course Forester’s Cottage, Hill of Tarvit, Cupar KY15 5PB T: 01334 653421 michelle@kingarrock.com kingarrock.com

Ladybank Golf Club

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Open: Easter-Oct

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£100

£120

H: 18 Par/SSS: 72

Round

£25

£25

H: 9

Length: 7,230yds

D/Ticket

£40

£40

Length: 2,022yds

Type: Parkland

Round

£35

£45

H: 18 Par/SSS: 72/71

D/Ticket

£60

£80

Length: 6,296yds

Pitdinnie Road, Cairneyhill, Dunfermline KY12 8RF T: 01383 880505

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Kinghorn Golf Course

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Macduff Crescent, Kinghorn KY3 9RF T: 01592 890978 golf@fife.gov.uk fifedirect.org.uk/golf

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Round

£15

£20

H: 18 Par/SSS: 65

D/Ticket

£25

£32

Length: 4,686yds

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Glenrothes Golf Course

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Kingsbarns Golf Links

Stimulating views from the tree-lined fairways. The Lomond Hills to the north and the Firth of Forth and the Lothians to the south.

Open: All year

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Kingsbarns, St Andrews KY16 8QD T: 01334 460860 F: 01334 460877 info@kingsbarns.com kingsbarns.com

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Type: Heathland

Round

£53

£63

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/72

D/Ticket

£79

£89

Length: 6,602yds

Annsmuir, Ladybank, Fife KY15 7RA T: 01337 830814 F: 01337 831505

Open: All year

Forrester Park is set in 350 acres of beautiful parkland, and is one of Scotland’s finest new courses. With its oversized, full summer greens and tee’s and 32 bunkers, built to strict USGA Specification, one of Scotland’s finest golfing challenges.

Golf Course Road, Glenrothes KY6 2LA T: 01592 750063 F: 01592 754561 secretary@glenrothesgolf.org.uk glenrothesgolf.org.uk

Laid out by the legendary Tom Morris in 1887, providing quite a challenge for golfers at all levels. Spectacular views of the River Forth, Edinburgh and Pentland Hills.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

info@ladybankgolf.co.uk ladybankgolf.co.uk

open

qualifying

Ladybank has been regularly used as an Open Championship final qualifying course since 1978. It is a classic heathland layout set amongst heather, scots pine and silver birch. Accuracy off the tee is more important than length.

Æ™¶±≠≥s¨®∞≤ 26 open

qualifying

Rolling, spacious fairways that twist through dramatic dunes to large, welcoming greens, Kingsbarns is an inviting, but challenging course. With traditional links turf and dramatic sea views from every hole.

Open: Apr-Nov

LESLIE GOLF CLUB

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Balsillie Laws, Leslie KY6 3EZ T: 01592 620040 secretarylgc@hotmail.co.uk lesliegollfclub.com

Parkland, 9-hole, quite difficult. Designed by Tom Morris.

Open: Apr-Nov

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Green Fees

Round

£15

£20

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71

Round

£165/£185

£165/£185

H: 18 Par/SSS: 72/72

Round N/A N/A

H: 9

D/Ticket

£25

£32

Length: 6,444yds

D/Ticket N/A N/A

Length: 7,152yds

D/Ticket

Length: 4,940yds

Æ™¶±≠≥s¨∞≤

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34690

Weekend

35316

Pick up a free copy of The Kingdom of Fife & St Andrews What to See & Do Guide

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Par/SSS: 34

34063

Æ™¶±≠≥s¨∞≤Ø

65747

D/Ticket N/A N/A

87739

Open: All year

24 Enjoy ‘roaring twenties’ golf playing with original hickories, balls, tees and bag in beautiful landscape 15 minutes from St Andrews. Please reserve your tee-time before visiting.

∆¥

87264

St Andrews KY16 8PN open T: 01334 837000 qualifying F: 01334 471115 standrews.scotland@fairmont.com fairmont.com/standrews

Green Fees

Æ™¶±≠≥s¨®∞≤

55697

Fairmont St Andrews – The Torrance

Lovely parkland course overlooking the Forth.

Friendly clubhouse and excellent facilities.

Open: All year

visitfife.com/golf

Par/SSS: 68/65

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Balwearie Road, Kirkcaldy KY2 5LT T: 01592 203258 F: 01592 205240 enquiries@kirkcaldygolf.co.uk kirkcaldygolfclub.co.uk

Make planning your golfing trip to St Andrews & The Kingdom of Fife as effortless as possible

Open: Jan-Dec

Green Fees

D/Ticket N/A N/A

Kirkcaldy Golf Club

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The Myre, Falkland KY15 7AA T/F: 01337 857404 falklandgolfclub@gmail.com falklandgolfclub.com

65831

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The Kittocks is a challenging and diverse course which boasts stunning views over the Tay Estuary and Fife coastline.

The scenery is breathtaking.

55697

St Andrews KY16 8PN T: 01334 837000 F: 01334 471115 standrews.scotland@fairmont.com fairmont.com/standrews

25574

Fairmont St Andrews – Kittocks

The Kingdom of Fife golf courses

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Weekday

£10

Weekend

£12

Type: Parkland Par/SSS: 64

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The Kingdom of Fife golf courses Leven Links Golf Course open

qualifying

30 A true links course, previously used as a final qualifying course when The Open was at St Andrews.

Lundin Golf Club

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Saline Golf Club

35

Make planning your golfing trip to St Andrews & The Kingdom of Fife as effortless as possible

35373

The Promenade, Leven KY8 4HS T: 01333 428859/421390 F: 01333 428859 secretary@leven-links.com leven-links.com

The Kingdom of Fife golf courses

visitfife.com/golf

Open: All year

Weekend

Type: Links

£55

£60

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/72

D/Ticket

£70

£75

Length: 6,506yds

Æ™¶≥s¨®≤ Lochgelly Golf Club Cartmore Road, Lochgelly KY5 9PB T: 01592 780174 info@lochgellygolfclub.co.uk lochgellygolfclub.co.uk

A tough parkland course that sits in the heart of Fife. A must play course, for great views of the Ochil and Lomond hills with an easy layout for all handicaps.

36046

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Weekend

Type: Links

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£57

£65

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71

Round

from £9

H: 9

D/Ticket

£77 N/A

Length: 6,341yds

D/Ticket N/A N/A

Golf Road, Lundin Links, secretary@lundingolfclub.co.uk Fife Ky8 6ba lundingolfclub.co.uk open T: 01333 320202 qualifying F: 01333 329743

Open: All year

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

from £10

from £10

H: 18 Par/SSS: 68/67

D/Ticket N/A N/A

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Length: 5,521yds

A picturesque championship course renowned for its excellent condition. Has hosted final qualifying for the Open Championship and hosted World Junior Open in 2010. Visiting golfers welcome, please contact the Secretary for details.

Æ™¶±≠≥s¨∞≤

Lochore Meadows Country Park, Crosshill, by Lochgelly KY5 8BA T: 01592 583343 golf@fife.gov.uk fifedirect.org.uk/golf

This is a tranquil setting for a relaxing game and with water sports, walks, fishing and a nature reserve, there is something for the whole family.

32 87739

Lochore Meadows Country Park Golf Course

salinegolfclub@btconnect.com saline-golf-club.co.uk

Saline is an excellent 9-hole course laid out over a south-facing hillside with tremendous views over the Forth Bridges, the rolling hills of the Lothian's, Stirling and the Ochil Hills.

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Pitreavie Golf Club

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Queensferry Road, Dunfermline KY11 8PR T: 01383 722591 F: 01383 722592 secretary@pitreaviegolfclub.co.uk pitreaviegolfclub.co.uk

Wonderful parkland course with a meandering burn, designed by Dr Alister MacKenzie, and featuring outstanding views to Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth.

Open: All year

Open: All year

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Round

£8

£10

H: 9

Round

£30

£35

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/69

D/Ticket

£40

£50

Length: 6,032yds

D/Ticket N/A N/A

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Kinneddar Hill, Saline KY12 9LT T: 01383 852591

Par/SSS: 68/66

Length: 2,651yds x2

49941

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from £9

52868

Weekday

Round

36581

Green Fees

Par/SSS: 72

Length: 5,926yds

Type: Parkland

Æ™¶±≥s¨∞≤

01

Buy your Pass and book your tee times online Great golf from less than £20 a round

01 The Lundin clubhouse overlooks the 1st and 18th holes.

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St Andrews Links Trust, St Andrews KY16 9SF T: 01334 466666 F: 01334 477036 Reservations: 01350 728333 reservations@standrews.org.uk standrews.org.uk Balgove Course A 9-hole course ideal for beginners and children.

A real golfing experience for the less confident golfer complete with bunkers and undulating greens.

Junior round: £3-£4. 3 and 7 day tickets available.

Fee for one round or two. Catering: All year at the Eden Clubhouse.

Green fees: £8-£12 H: 9 Type: Links Par/SSS: 30/30 Length: 1,520yds Æ™¶≠≥s¨∞≤Ø Eden Course With its cunningly positioned bunkers and the winds which can roll in from the adjacent Eden Estuary, the Eden presents a formidable but popular challenge.

Day ahead booking system operates or book online.

Junior round: £10-£20. 3 and 7 day tickets available.

Catering: All year at the Eden Clubhouse.

Green fees: £20-£40 H: 18 Type: Links Par/SSS: 70/71 Length: 6,250yds Æ™¶≠≥s¨∞≤Ø Jubilee Course First laid out in 1897, the Links course closest to the sea is of championship standard. Venue for the Amateur Championship. Day ahead booking system operates or book online. Junior round £16-£35. 3 and 7 day tickets available. Catering: All year at the Links Clubhouse.

Green fees: £32-£70 H: 18 Type: Links Par/SSS: 72/73 Length: 6,742yds Æ™¶±≠≥s¨∞≤Ø

Old Course

New Course The New Course was laid out in 1885. It offers many of the renowned features of the Old Course – rolling, undulating fairways, hidden greens, thick gorse and testing winds. Day ahead booking system operates or book online. Junior round £16-£35.

3 and 7 day tickets available. Catering: All year at the Links Clubhouse.

Green fees: £32-£70 H: 18 Type: Links Par/SSS: 71/73 Length: 6,625yds Æ™¶±≠≥s¨∞≤Ø Old Course Recognised world-wide as The Home of open venue Golf, the Old Course is where it all began.

The Old Course has hosted 28 Open Championships. Closed on Sundays. Advance booking information available at standrews.org.uk.

A ballot system is also in use and a handicap certificate is required – maximum 24 for men and 36 for ladies.

Catering: All year at St Andrews Links Clubhouse.

Green fees: £64-£140 H: 18 Type: Links Par/SSS: 72/73 Length: 6,721yds Æ™¶±≠s¨∞≤Ø Strathtyrum Course Created as a less challenging layout, the Strathtyrum provides a balance to the championship standard courses at St Andrews Links. But don’t relax – it still provides a test for even the most experienced golfer.

Day ahead booking system operates or book online.

Junior round £6-£12. 3 and 7 day tickets available.

Catering: All year at the Eden Clubhouse.

Green fees: £12-£25 H: 18 Type: Links Par/SSS: 69/67 Length: 5,620yds Æ™¶≠≥s¨∞≤Ø The Castle Course The Castle Course is the seventh course at The Home of Golf. This public 220 acre clifftop course offers spectacular views of St Andrews Bay and features five tees for all levels of ability. Book times by phone or online. Junior round £30-£60. Catering: The Castle Course Clubhouse.

Green fees: £60-£120 H: 18 Type: Clifftop Par/SSS: 71/74 Length: 6,759yds Æ™¶±≠≥s¨∞≤Ø

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Round

£26

£30

Type: Undulating Parkland H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/68

D/Ticket

£35

£38

Length: 5,802yds

Æ ™¶ ± ≥ ®¨ s Scoonie Golf Course

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North Links, Leven KY8 4SP T: 01333 423437 F: 01333 307008 golf@fife.gov.uk fifedirect.org.uk/golf

Despite its proximity to the coast, Scoonie is parkland in nature, maintained to a high standard. Quite a short course, ideal for two rounds by golfers of any age.

Open: All year

∆

Thornton Golf Club

46

Station Road, Thornton KY1 4DW T: 01592 771111 F: 01592 774955 thorntongolf@btconnect.com thorntongolfclub.co.uk

An easily walked parkland course. As fine a finishing five holes as you’ll find. Renowned for the condition of greens.

Warm welcome assured.

Open: All year

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£15

£20

H: 18 Par/SSS: 67

Round

£25

£35

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/70

D/Ticket

£25

£32

Length: 5,447yds

D/Ticket

£35

£50

Length: 6,210yds

Æ™¶≠≥s¨∞≤

Æ™¶≥s¨®∞≤

scotscraig golf club

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For more information on St Andrews & The Kingdom of Fife

visitfife.com

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Round

£56

£72

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/72

D/Ticket

£75

£100

Length: 6,550yds

Scotscraig Golf Club, Golf admin@scotscraiggolfclub.com Road, Tayport DD6 9DZ scotscraiggolfclub.com open T: 01382 552515 qualifying F: 01382 553130 Regularly used as a final qualifying course for The Open, only 15 minutes from the Old Course, St Andrews. Well known for firm, fast greens, Scotscraig is a most enjoyable course to play – 'a golfing gem'.

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Open: All year

87739

St Andrews Links Trust

New Course

Pick up a free copy of The Kingdom of Fife & St Andrews What to See & Do Guide

53398

Jubilee Course

45 The short 15th, known as "St Mikes", is considered by many to be one of the most picturesque and demanding short holes in Fife.

Gallowhill, Leuchars,

by St Andrews KY16 0DX T: 01334 839365 F: 01334 838789 stmichaelsgc@btclick.com stmichaelsgolfclub.co.uk

49810

Castle Course

St Michael's Golf Club

36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42

69148

St Andrews Links Trust

The Kingdom of Fife golf courses

61020

The Kingdom of Fife golf courses

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Come play one of the uk ’ s best

With breathtaking views, heathland design and tee boxes to accommodate every skill level, it’s no wonder The Duke’s was voted in the Top 100 of Golf World magazine.

Call today, and reserve the round of a lifetime.

Craigtoun, St Andrews, Kingdom of Fife, Scotland KY16 8NS Tel: +44 (0) 1334 470214 | PlayTheDukes.com

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Practice centres and driving ranges 02

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Practice won’t transform you into an Open champion overnight, but if you want to work on your game off the course, Fife has lots of excellent practice centres and driving ranges. You can hit golf balls to your heart’s content and receive invaluable advice from the professionals. Then turn it all into a winning score.

Cluny Golf 27-bay driving range, putting and 9-hole pay and play golf course. Lounge, bar and outdoor kids play area.

Cluny Clays, Cluny, by Kirkcaldy KY2 6QU 01592 720374 | clunygolf.co.uk

Drumoig Driving Range & Practice Facility 24 covered driving bays, featured landing area, grass tee, large putting green, tuition available for individuals and groups. Open 7 days 8am – 8pm.

Forgan Drive, Drumoig, by St Andrews KY16 0DW 01382 541529 | drumoigleisure.com

Elie Sports Club 10-bay covered driving range with grass tee area and various markers on the range to help you practise all aspects of your game. The Short Game area is excellent with two bunkers, a proper links green and various pin positions.

Golf Club Lane, Elie KY9 1AX 01333 330 955 | golfhouseclub.co.uk

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Forrester Park Golf Driving Range

Wellsgreen

Driving range set in ancient parkland with an 18-hole championship golf course and pro shop.

Fully licensed. 4-star activity centre. Open all year, daily 8am – 8pm (9am – 8pm in winter).

18 spacious and luxurious bays, fully floodlit outfield with only the best in hitting mats and golf balls on offer. Also features a 6-hole par 3 golf course and practice putting green.

Tuition available.

Pitdinnie Road, Cairneyhill, Dunfermline KY12 8RF 01383 880505 | forresterparkresort.com

St Andrews Links Golf Academy & Golf Practice Centre

Windygates, Leven 01592 712435 | wellsgreen.co.uk

Floodlit driving range with 60 indoor and outdoor bays and facilities to practice driving, iron play, pitching, bunker play and putting.

The centre houses St Andrews Links Golf Academy which is run personally by PGA Advanced Professional, George Finlayson who has over 20 years experience of helping golfers perfect their game. Packages include personal tuition, round(s) accompanied by a PGA Professional, unlimited play on a St Andrews Links golf course and the opportunity to play on the world-famous Old Course, video analysis of your swing and a programme for continuous improvement.

St Andrews Links Trust, St Andrews (beside the Eden and Strathtyrum golf courses) 01334 474489 | standrews.org.uk St Andrews Golf Academy, St Andrews 01334 460762 | standrewsgolfacademy.com

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01 St Andrews Links Golf Practice Centre.

02 Golfers of all abilities can enjoy Lundin Links.

03 The 9-hole Cupar Golf Course.

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Tour operators 03

accommodation and/or efficient luxury transportation, contact them for friendly, professional advice and service.

5 Armit Place, St Andrews KY16 8RE 01334 474844 | oncoursegolfstandrews.co.uk 01

Get the most from your golf break in The Kingdom of Fife by contacting one of the local tour operators in the region. Benefit from specialist knowledge as the golf experts ensure your trip runs smoothly. That way, you can enjoy the golfing adventure of a lifetime, minus the headaches. Save the stress for that testy four-foot putt.

Adventures in Golf

Links Golf St Andrews

Play the championship courses and visit the hidden gems in Britain and Ireland with AIG. Since the late 1970s they’ve made memorable arrangements for thousands of parties, large and small, on private tours or corporate travel. Initial enquiry to confirmed itinerary can take as little as 24 hours.

St Andrews based golf tour operator providing bespoke golf packages throughout Scotland and the rest of the UK. They also arrange the St Andrews Golf Week annually, where participants from all over the world come to stay and play on the legendary Old Course and other local courses.

129A South Street, St Andrews KY16 9UH 01334 479500 | adventures-in-golf.com

7 Pilmour Links, St Andrews KY16 9JG 01334 478639 | linksgolfstandrews.com

Golf Vacations UK Ltd

Moss Golf Tours

Custom-made self drive or escorted tours for individuals or groups throughout Scotland, Ireland or England.

Customised golfing holidays in Scotland on some of Scotland’s best courses. Moss Golf Tours specialises in small groups with high levels of personal service, arranging tee times, car hire and hotels with a wide choice of options to suit every budget.

Suite 1, First Floor, 39 Castle Street, Carlisle, Cumbria CA3 8SY | 01228 527136 USA & Canada Toll Free: 1.888.209.4094 golfvacationsuk.com

Heritage Golf Tours Scotland 01 Picturesque Anstruther Golf Course.

02 Falkland Golf Club in the Howe of Fife.

03 The parkland Castle Course, St Andrews.

Scotland For Golf Ltd

02

Tour operator specialising in golf holidays, including accommodation, course reservations and car hire.

Swilken House, 21 Loch Drive, Helensburgh G84 8PY | 01436 674630 | heritagegolftours.co.uk

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Use Scotland’s established Golf Specialist to guarantee quality, price and service. Whether you wish to play or learn, entertain or reward they have the product for you. The Professionals are members of the Professional Golfer’s Association.

4 West Acres, St Andrews KY16 9UD 01334 460762 | scotlandforgolf.co.uk

The Scotland Tours Company Ltd Since 1997, Scotland Tours has been providing customised holiday packages, for golf groups, families and corporate visitors from overseas to locations throughout Scotland and London.

30 Canmore Street, Dunfermline KY12 7NT 01383 727999 | scotland-tours.com

Wilkinson Travel Services Ltd

On Course Golf, St Andrews Ltd

Wilkinson Golf specialise in tailor-made golf tours to Scotland to suit all budgets, size of group and playing abilities. They use their expert knowledge of Scotland and Scottish Golf to ensure your golfing vacation is an unrivalled success.

Based in St Andrews and operating throughout Scotland, they offer fully inclusive golf vacation packages and specialised golf transportation services. For guaranteed tee times, great

Wilkinson Golf, 34-36 Canmore Street, Dunfermline, Fife KY12 7NT 01383 629940 | wilkinsongolf.com

4 Yewlands Gardens, Edinburgh EH16 6TA 0131 658 1248 | mossgolftours.com

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Area map and course index

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1. Aberdour 2. Anstruther 3. Auchterderran 4. Balbirnie Park 5. Burntisland 6. Canmore 7. Charleton 8. Cluny 9. Crail – Balcomie 10. Crail – Craighead 11. Cupar 12. Dora 13. Drumoig 14. The Dukes St Andrews 15. Dunfermline 16. Dunnikier Park 17. Elie 18. Elmwood 19. Fairmont St Andrews – Kittocks 20. Fairmont St Andrews – The Torrance

21. Falkland 22. Forrester Park 23. Glenrothes 24. Kingarrock 25. Kinghorn 26. Kingsbarns 27. Kirkcaldy 28. Ladybank 29. Leslie 30. Leven 31. Lochgelly 32. Lochore Meadows 33. Lundin 34. Pitreavie 35. Saline 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42. St Andrews Links Trust 43. Scoonie 44. Scotscraig 45. St Michael's 46. Thornton

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Quality Assurance

Find all you want to do in St Andrews

It’s written in the stars…

A simple, impartial, consistent approach to quality

& The Kingdom of Fife,

WELCOME

At a VisitScotland Information Centre we’ll tell you about everything you want to see, everything you want to do and everything else you’ll need for your visit.

Our friendly experts can offer advice on all things local as well as sharing their wider knowledge of Scotland. Ask and you’ll find all the hidden gems, from cultural to culinary. We don’t just advise either. We can sort out your accommodation and all your travel needs, as well as tickets for events across Scotland. So if you’re looking to get the most from your visit, there really is only one place to go.

Anstruther Harbourhead Anstruther Fife KY10 3AB Tel: 01333 311073

Crail Museum & Heritage Centre Marketgate Crail KY10 3TL Tel: 01333 450869

Kirkcaldy The Merchant’s House 339 High Street Kirkcaldy KY1 1JL Tel: 01592 267775

St Andrews 70 Market Street St Andrews KY16 9NU Tel: 01334 472021

Open All Year Seasonal Opening Times

Want to get the most out of your golfing trip?

GOLFERS Then be sure to look for the Golfers Welcome scheme √. This quality assurance scheme enables GOLFERS you to see, at a glance, precisely what facilities are available at accommodation providers across the country.

Dunfermline 1 High Street Dunfermline KY12 7DL Tel: 01383 720999

WELCOME

in one place.

VisitScotland, under the Scottish Tourist Board brand, administers the star grading schemes which assess the quality standards of all types of accommodation and visitor attractions.

The promise of the stars: 

it is clean, tidy and an acceptable, if basic, standard

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it is a good, all round standard

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it is a very good standard, with attention to detail in every area

Because we care If you care about the environment, this is the sign for you. Businesses that try to work in a sustainable, environmentally friendly way are graded: ∫ Bronze, ß Silver or © Gold.

it is excellent – using high quality materials, good food where provided and friendly, professional service  an exceptional standard where presentation, ambience, food where provided and service are hard to fault Establishments awarded gold stars have consistently achieved the highest levels of excellence within their star grading.

The very best of food and drink EatScotland is a nationwide food Quality Assurance scheme from VisitScotland .

Access all areas The following symbols will help visitors with physical disabilities to decide whether accommodation is suitable:

Those with extra special standards of food are awarded EatScotland Silver or Gold .

Look out too for the new Scotland’s Best Bars scheme.

Facility symbols 1 Ensuite bath and/or shower for all bedrooms 2 Ensuite bath and/ or shower for some bedrooms 3 Private bath and/or shower for all bedrooms 4 Private bath and/ or shower for some bedrooms W Washbasins in bedrooms/ rooms H Hairdryer in bedrooms x Telephone in bedrooms / self catering unit y Pay phone available m Television available n No TV . Ground floor bedrooms L Bed linen provided on request – free or for hire T Towels provided on request – free or for hire g Laundry facilities on site

w Washing machine t Tumble dryer ô Eating out facilities within 2 miles or meal service { Full alcohol drinks licence/Licenced bar a Lounge b TV Lounge Y Open hearth fire ! Satellite/Cable TV � Broadband ∑ WiFi û iPod docking station ñ DVD player available ö CD player available p Private parking q Limited parking ú Disabled parking on site G Garden j Leisure facilities 9 Outdoor swimming pool 8 Indoor swimming pool Z Regular entertainment : Games room

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A Childrens’ play area ü Short Breaks available # Credit/debit cards accepted J Property on working farm/croft , Pets accepted by arrangement É Building of historic/ literary/architectural interest ù Gaelic language spoken M Additional charge for power/fuel/heating I Not all properties/ caravans have all facilities Serviced accommodation may also provide the following: k Tea/Coffee making facilities in bedrooms R Restaurant X Evening meal available r Room service

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Restricted alcohol drinks licence Smoking rooms available Laundry service Porterage Four poster beds Packed lunches by arrangement Vegetarian diets provided Special diets provided Passenger lift

Self Catering may also offer the following: 0 Ensuite bath and/or shower room(s) in self catering unit ) Non-smoking establishment [ Microwave d Dishwasher f Freezer h Domestic help

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Situated in idyllic countryside, only 20 minutes from St Andrews and 40 minutes from Edinburgh. The village of Freuchie, famous for its cricket team, has over 50 golf courses within 25 miles reach. The ideal venue for golf, business or weekend breaks.

High Street, Freuchie, Nearest Courses: Ladybank, Cupar KY15 7EY Balbirnie, Lundin Links, Crail.

T: 01337 857329 F: 01337 858180 reception@lomondhillshotel.com lomondhillshotel.co.uk Sgl (2) from £59.95pppn Dbl/tw (4) from £79.95pppn Fam (3) Ensuite/priv facs (24)

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Aberdour Road, Dunfermline, Fife KY11 4PB Nearest Courses: Saline, T: 01383 722282 Forrester Park, Dunfermline, F: 01383 620738 Canmore, Pitreavie, info@pitbauchlie.com Aberdour, Dora, Burntisland. pitbauchlie.com Sgl (6) £55-£125 Dbl/tw (41) £60-£133 Fam (3) Ensuite/priv facs (50)

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thecaledonianhotel-leven.co.uk caledonianhotel.leven @belhavenpubs.net Nearest Courses: Leven Links, Scoonie, Lundin Links, Elie, Anstruther, Crail, St Andrews.

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Open: All year Nearest Courses: Balbirnie Park, Dunnikier Park, Lundin Links, Kinghorn Sgl Links, Scoonie North Links, Ladybank. Dbl/tw DB&B DB&B

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400 year old coaching inn.

Largoward, by St Andrews, Fife KY9 1JE T: 01334 840494 F: 01334 840694 morag@innatlathones.com innatlathones.com Nearest Courses: St Andrews, Crail, Elie, Lundin Links, Kingsbarns.

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The closest hotel to the first tee of the Old Course and the Royal and Ancient Clubhouse. Excellent facilities for golfers - single and twin accommodation, golf bag storage, drying facilities, golf manager and concierge. 3 dining options.

76 The Scores, St Andrews KY16 9BB T: 01334 472451 F: 01334 473947 reception@scoreshotel.co.uk scoreshotel.co.uk

Nearest Courses: Old Course, New Course, Eden Course, Jubilee Course, Strathtyrum Course, Balgrove Course, Castle Course, Dukes Course.

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29 comfortable, modern in design bedrooms plus own restaurant and bar.

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Pitbauchlie House Hotel offers 50 well appointed bedrooms and superb cuisine, with all of Fife’s 45 golf courses on its doorstep, it’s a haven for golfers. Set in 3 acres of wooded and landscaped gardens.

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Centrally located for all golfing needs. £199 per person 2 nights 2 rounds of golf. Discounts for large bookings. Wi-Fi, fresh food menu, full bar, large screens, function facilities. Coaches with prior arrangement. St Andrews courses 25 minutes drive away.

81 High Street, Leven KY8 4NG T: 01333 424101 F: 01333 421241

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Caledonian Hotel

The Laurelbank Hotel

Bruce Taverns Ltd, 2 Wishart Place, Kirkcaldy T: 01592 652210 F: 01592 754731 strathearn.hotel@btconnect.com thestrathearnhotel.co.uk

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Open: All year Sgl from £59-£123 Dbl/tw (24) from £78-£135 DB&B (sgl) from £71-£142 DB&B (dbl) from £102-£173 Fam (5) Ensuite/priv facs (29)

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Renowned for comfortable accommodation for golfers since 1898, the multi award winning Hazelbank Hotel overlooking St Andrews bay is the first choice for those seeking town centre accommodation only 200 yards from 1st tee on Old Course and close to all amenities.

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Nearest Courses: Scotscraig, Downfield, Ladybank, all St Andrews courses, Carnoustie.

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Situated between St Andrews, and Carnoustie, Drumoig is the perfect base to experience the wide range of golf courses in Fife and Angus.

With our own golf course, within 250 acres of countryside, we’ve all the facilities the visiting golfer requires, and our own onsite driving range.

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Drumoig Golf Hotel

Frogan Drive, Drumoig, St Andrews KY16 ODW T: 01382 541800 reception@drumoiggolfhotel.com drumoiggolfhotel.com Dbl/tw (24) Fam (4) Ensuite/priv facs (28)

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Nearest Courses: Old Course 28 The Scores, and all St Andrews Courses, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9AS Carnoustie, Kingsbarns, Crail, T/F: 01334 472466 Elie, Torrance, Dukes. michael@hazelbank.com hazelbank.com Sgl (2) from £65-£140 Dbl/tw (8) from £45-£160 Fam (3) Ensuite/priv facs (10)

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The Macdonald Rusacks Hotel in St Andrews is, without doubt, one of the most famous golf hotels in the world. Virtually within a sand wedge of the 18th hole on the world-renowned Old Course, Rusacks combines luxurious accommodation with a front row seat on sporting history.

Nearest Courses: The Old Course, The Jubilee, The New, The Castle, The Eden, The Dukes, The Torrance, Kingsbarns.

Bordering the 17th ‘Road Hole’ of the Old Course , the Old Course Hotel enjoys a spectacular location overlooking the famous links courses, West Sands beach and the beautiful Scottish coastline.This prestigious five-star hotel has 144 rooms including 35 suites and is recognised as one of Europe’s leading resorts.

St Andrews, Fife KY16 9SP Nearest Courses: Old Course, T: 01334 474371 The Duke’s Course, The New, reservations@oldcoursehotel.co.uk The Jubilee, Castle Course. oldcoursehotel.co.uk

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West Port Bar & Kitchen

Quality B&B in the centre of St Andrews, above the popular West Port bar and kitchen in the town centre. Four beautifully decorated twin/double bedrooms. After a great night's sleep, enjoy a full Scottish breakfast in the garden room. A great range of Scottish and international cuisine is served daily.

170 South Street, St Andrews KY16 9EG T: 01334 473186 F: 01334 479732 westport@maclay.co.uk thewestport@maclay.co.uk Dbl/tw (4) £50-£75 Ensuite/priv facs (4)

Dbl/tw (4) £120-£160 Ensuite/priv facs (8)

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A superior small hotel situated in an elegant town house close to the Cathedral and Byre Theatre. Quiet, modern and discreet but ideal for shopping and sightseeing.

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25 South Street, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9QS T: 01382 229800 david.hagan@lawproperty.co.uk twentyfivesouthstreet.co.uk

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Pilmour Links, St Andrews KY16 9JQ T: 0844 879 9136 M: 0794 316 2957 F: 01334 477896 marc.millar@macdonald-hotels.co.uk MacdonaldHotels.co.uk/Rusacks

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Nearest Courses: The Old Course, The New Course, The Jubilee Course, The Eden Course, The Strathtyrum Course, The Balgove Course, Kingsbarns, The Duke’s Course.

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The New Inn is a lively local pub with 5 contemporary ensuite rooms. We offer a selection of good home cooked food along with a good selection of beers, wines and spirits. Ideally situated for all St Andrews Courses.

Open: Throughout summer months

The Russell Hotel

Just a 2 minute walk to the 1st tee of The Old Course, The Russell with an enviable location is the ideal 19th Hole. Old Course Golf Packages high & low season are our Speciality. Award-winning Restaurant, delicious Pub Food and a warm welcome await your visit.

23 St Mary Street, Nearest Courses: Old Course, St Andrews KY16 8AZ New Course, Castle Course, T: 01334 461333 F: 01334 477294 Kingsbarns, Dukes Course, M: 0776 061 7658 Jubilee, Torrance, Kittocks. heidiorr@btconnect.com newinnstandrews.com Dbl/tw (3) £70-£130 Fam (2) Ensuite/priv facs (5)

26 The Scores, St Andrews, Nearest Courses: Old Course, Fife KY16 9AS New Course, Jubilee Course, T: 01334 473447 M: 0780 329 2778 Castle Course, The Eden, The F: 01334 478279 Dukes, Kingsbarns, Torrance russellhotel@talk21.com Course. russellhotelstandrews.co.uk

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Modern en-suite rooms, excellent value and friendly service. All bedrooms have an en-suite shower room, double bed and television.

New Hall is a 4 minute walk from the Old Course and less than 10 minutes from the historic town centre.

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North Haugh, St Andrews KY16 9XW Nearest Courses: Old Course T: 01334 467000 St Andrews, Kingsbarns, Crail.

F: 01334 467001 new.hall@st-andrews.ac.uk discoverstandrews.com Sgl from £49.50-£58 Dbl/tw (100) from £68-£85.50prpn Ensuite/priv facs (100)

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Pittenweem Road, Anstruther, Nearest Courses: Anstruther, Fife KY10 3DT Crail, Elie, Charleton, Lundin T/F: 01333 310573 Links, Kingsbarns, St Andrews, info@thespindrift.co.uk Leven Links. thespindrift.co.uk Sgl £45-£60 Dbl/tw (5) £33-£40 DB&B (sgl) £67-£82 DB&B (dbl) £55-£62 Ensuite/priv facs (8)

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Small family run Guest House, 3 minutes walk from the Old Course.

5 Murray Park, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9AW T: 01334 474724 M: 0776 871 8237 jmgmcgrory@btinternet.com arranhousestandrews.co.uk Nearest Courses: St Andrews Courses - The Duke's, Old, New, Jubilee, Eden, Strathtyrum, Balgove, Castle.

8 Murray Park, St Andrews KY16 9AW T: 01334 472962 bellcraig@hotmail.co.uk bellcraig.com

Nearest Courses: Old Course, Jubilee Course, New Course, Castle Course, Eden Course, Dukes Course.

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Anstruther Golf Villa is a stunningly beautiful house with direct access to the adjacent golf course form the back garden. Luxury accommodation in open plan living with fantastic views over the course and out to the Firth of Forth.

21 St Adrian’s Place, Anstruther, Fife KY10 3DX T: 07812 663854 info@eastneukbreaks.co.uk eastneukbreaks.co.uk

Nearest Courses: Old Course, Castle Course, New Course, Jubilee, Eden, Strathtyrum, Balgove, Kingsbarns. from £36

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Idyllic 18C Cottage. Centre of historic fishing village. Private Garden.

Open: All year Sgl Dbl/tw

Sue Foan, 18 Cecil Avenue, Queen’s Park, Bournemouth BH8 9EH T: 01202 257914 F: 01202 528152 M: 0797 746 7914 sue@spindlecottage.com spindlecottage.com

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St Andrews' only 5 star B&B, Lone Star is convenient and private, boasting superb cuisine, large light filled rooms with spacious en-suite wet rooms, fireplace game room/lounge.

Walled organic gardens, pond, outdoor seating and firepit, beautiful stargazing and luscious seclusion. c/o South Kinaldy House, St Andrews, Fife KY16 8NA T: 01334 476837 F: 01334 461367 info@lonestarluxury.co.uk lonestarluxury.co.uk from £85-£265

Nearest Courses: Old Course, Jubilee, New, Elmwood, Kingsbarns, Castle, Dukes.

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Six Murray Park

We are just 250 meters from the famous Old Course and the stunning West Sands Beach. Small, privately owned and run by Paul and Yvonne who aim to ensure all guests are offered the very highest standard of comfort and personal service to ensure a wonderful stay.

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Nearest Courses: Anstruther, Crail, Elie, Lundin Links, Kingsbarns, St Andrews, Ladybank, Leven.

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Arran House

Sandy and Sheila welcome you to Bellcraig House. Within easy walking distance to The Old Course and the town cenre. It is an ideal base for your visit to St Andrews.

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Our location is in the heart of the East Neuk and only 10 minutes from St Andrews the historic home of Golf. All rooms are en-suite.

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The Spindrift Guest House

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Balmashie, St Andrews KY16 8PN T: 01334 880666 F: 01334 880667 balmashie@btinternet.com balmashie.com

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Kingask Country Cottages We have a selection of self catering holiday homes and large houses, situated along the beautiful Fife coastline in St Andrews, Kingsbarns and Crail. We also have property just outside Edinburgh in East Lothian. They are furnished and decorated to offer a warm welcome in a peaceful atmosphere, the perfect choice for golf vacations, beach holidays or rural vacation rentals.

From town centre apartments and townhouses, to cosy rural cottages and country homes we have something to suit most tastes and needs.

Swilken View

Exceptionally well appointed luxury house overlooking the world famous Old Course and Swilken Bridge. Two bedrooms have en-suite facilities plus additional bathroom. Minutes from town centre and beach. Private parking and cleaning service available.

Middlebank Farm, Errol PH2 7SX T: 01828 686261 F: 01828 686600 taypackjrt@aol.com swilkenview.com

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Comfortable timber lodges set in a beautiful private location overlooking The Old Course and the historic links at St Andrews and just a short drive away. An ideal base for a golfing holiday or a short break - check our website for details.

Nearest Courses: St Andrews – The Old Course, New Course, Jubilee, Eden, Strathtyrum, Castle, Kingsbarns, Crail.

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Nearest Courses: St Andrews Links, Fairmont St Andrews (Torrance and Kittocks), Crail, Elie, Scotscraig, Ladybank.

Woodland Holidays

Woodland Holidays, Kincaple St Andrews, Fife KY16 9SH T: 01334 850217 stay@woodlandholidays.co.uk woodlandholidays.co.uk

Nearest Courses: St Andrews The Duke’s, St Andrews Links – Old Course, New Course, Jubilee Course, Eden Course, Strathtyrum Course, Balgove Course, Castle Course.

Per week £950-£1,500 House (1) Bedrooms (4)

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Elegant town houses, country cottages, farmhouses, or apartments in a Georgian country house.

Mountquhanie Mansion House, Mountquhanie Estate, Fife KY15 4QJ T: 01382 330318 F: 01382 330480 M: 07966 373007 enquiries@standrews-cottages.com standrews-cottages.com Nearest Courses: St Andrews Links, Fairmont, Drumoig, Ladybank, Crail, Balbirnie, Falkland, Elmwood.

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These modern apartments offer high quality accommodation and excellent value for money. Each Apartment boasts 5 double bedrooms – all with double beds, en-suite shower rooms and televisions and a well-equipped kitchen/living room. The Apartments are located one mile from the centre of St Andrews. Rooms from £17 per night.

Buchanan Gardens, Nearest Courses: Old Course, St Andrews KY16 9LY Eden Course, Jubilee Course, T: 01334 467100 F: 01334 467114 New Course, Kingsbarns. drh-reception@st-andrews.ac.uk discoverstandrews.com Per week £585-£729 Apartment (40) Bedrooms (5) Sleeps (10)

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Best Western Scores Hotel St Andrews

The perfect break from playing golf

The closest hotel to the first tee of the Old Course and the Royal and Ancient Clubhouse with stunning views over St Andrews West Sands beach.

EXCELLENT FACILITIES FOR GOLFERS PROVIDED Single and Twin Accommodation Golf Bag Storage and Drying Facilities Golf Manager and Concierge 3 DAY UNLIMITED GOLF PACKAGES 2011 From £247 per person *, 3 nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast WINTER GOLF PACKAGES 2011 From £297 per person *, guaranteed time on the Old Course, 3 nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast. 2010 prices held over till 2011.

3 DINING OPTIONS 19th Hole Bar, Champions Coffee Shop and Grill and Alexander's Restaurant 76 The Scores, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 9BB Tel: 01334 472451 Fax: 01334 473947 Email: reception@scoreshotel.co.uk Website: www.scoreshotel.co.uk * Sharing Traditional Double/Twin, subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.

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Leuchars, St.Andrews, Fife KY16 ODW Tel: 01382 541898 e-mail starter@drumoiggolfhotel.com www.drumoiggolfhotel.com Price for golf from £25 per round Visiting Parties Welcome Buggies Available 24 Bay Driving Range

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As well as two challenging golf courses in Kinross, you’ll discover the warmest welcome, and some excellent facilities.

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The Drumoig Hotel is set amongst 330 acres with its own 18-hole championship golf course and Driving Range. Drumoig has so much to offer from a round on the exciting and varied 18-hole course to relaxed evening dining in the hotel restaurant. Relax while you enjoy a drink from the bar overlooking the 18th fairway and lochs.

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The award winning British Golf Museum uses a mixture of highly visual displays and exciting interactives to explore over 500 years of golfing history. For more information call 01334 460046 or visit www.britishgolfmuseum.co.uk

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The Waterfront, Anstruther "One of the treasures of the East Neuk"

Boasting Anstruther’s finest location situated just a few steps from the harbour and marina with views over the Firth of Forth.

Hosting a 55 seat a’ la carte restaurant catering for all tastes.

During the warmer months we boast al fresco dining to the front and a mature courtyard for relaxing to the rear.

Luxury Award Winning 4 star guest rooms and self-catering apartments

Chris Lewis, The Waterfront, 18/20 Shore Street, Anstruther, Fife KY10 3EA

Tel 01333 312200 Fax 01333 312288 chris@anstruther-waterfront.co.uk

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Away from the fairways The Kingdom of Fife boasts many charms besides its wonderful golf courses so when you fancy some time away from the fairways there are plenty of attractions and sights to enjoy.

The Home of Golf is also the setting of Scotland’s oldest university. St Andrews is a place of learning where you can wander the atmospheric streets and admire the grandeur of historic buildings like St Salvator’s College and the dramatic ruins of St Andrews Cathedral. This is also a thriving town with excellent restaurants and fantastic independent stores. Why not pamper yourself at one of St Andrews’ five-star spa hotels, with the town being rich in luxury as well as history?

Explore the stunning stretch of Fife coastline known as the East Neuk and enjoy some of Scotland’s best beaches. Visit picturesque fishing villages like Crail, Elie and Pittenweem, to see historic harbours and choose fresh seafood from the menus of local restaurants. You can learn all about the seafaring tradition of the East Neuk at the excellent Scottish Fisheries Museum in Anstruther where you can also sample some of the best fish and chips in Scotland at the Anstruther Fish Bar. Apart from golf, Fife offers many other sporting attractions. You can go sailing, windsurfing and kayaking off the coast. If you like to enjoy your break at a more relaxed pace, then take a walk along the Fife Coastal Path and admire hidden coves and vast stretches of golden beach.

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Witness some of the amazing wildlife in the region. There is a rich variety of marine life with grey seals and dolphins and the offshore islands of Inchcolm and Inchkeith, which you can visit, are home to thousands of seabirds.

Vast numbers of puffins gather on the Isle of May, a world-renowned bird sanctuary and nature reserve that is within reach from Anstruther on a boat trip. Tentsmuir National Nature Reserve and Eden Estuary Local Nature Reserve are both just north of St Andrews.

These reserves are recognised internationally for their very special habitats and for the rich variety of animals and plants.

Deep Sea World, Scotland’s national aquarium is a great day out, especially for the family.

The aquarium is dramatically positioned beneath the Forth Bridge in North Queensferry and has all manner of marine life. You can swim with the sharks if you’re brave enough.

You can also visit the Scottish Deer Centre, near the market town of Cupar, which has nine species of deer from around the world as well as bird-of-prey demonstrations.

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Why not pay a visit to Scotland’s ancient capital of Dunfermline and see its 11th century Abbey, the final resting place of King Robert the Bruce?

Plus you can step back in time by stopping in the carefully restored village of Culross, near Dunfermline, where the highlight is the striking 16th century palace. Then there is the magnificent Royal Palace of Falkland with its beautiful gardens. For fascinating history and grand architecture The Kingdom of Fife is difficult to beat.

For something a bit different, discover Scotland’s Secret Bunker. It’s not on a golf course, but underground, near St Andrews. See how the British Government planned to cope in the event of a nuclear attack. You can even eat in the underground canteen. An unusual setting for lunch it has to be said.

Wherever your interests lie beyond golf, you won’t be short of inspiration in The Kingdom of Fife. So get out and about and fully enjoy this beautiful region.

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01 St Andrews West Sands.

02 The impressive Dunfermline Abbey.

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March

What’s on

16 – 20 StAnza: Scotland’s International Poetry Festival, St Andrews

10 RAF Leuchars Airshow

18 – 19 British Superbike Championship

Various, Auchtermuchty auchtermuchty- festival.org.uk

Leuchars, near St Andrews airshow.co.uk

Knockhill Racing Circuit, near Dunfermline knockhill.com

6 – 14 Pittenweem Arts Festival

Esplanade, Kirkcaldy linksmarket.org.uk

25 Ceres Highland Games

Various, Pittenweem pittenweemarts festival.co.uk

28 – 30

Bow Butts, Ceres ceresgames.co.uk

13 – 18 Kirkcaldy Links Market

Kingdom of Fife Real Ale Cider and Perry Festival 2011

With all this and more, whichever season you choose to visit Fife, you will never be short of events and celebrations to take part in.

Rothes Halls, Glenrothes camra.org.uk

May 21 – 22 Motorfair – The Scottish Motor Show

For those who wish to sample Fife’s food and drink, visit one of the Farmers’ Markets which take place every Saturday, to see the region’s artwork, head down to the Pittenweem Arts Festival while for a selection of theatre and film, dance and music, the Byre Theatre in St Andrews is the place to go.

Knockhill Racing Circuit, near Dunfermline knockhill.com 03

01 British Superbikes, Knockhill Racing Circuit.

02 A pipe band at Cupar Highland Games.

03 The Links Fair, Esplanade, Kirkcaldy.

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3–4 British Touring Car Championship

5 – 14 Auchtermuchty Festival

St Andrews Links standrewsgolfweek .com

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4–9 Lammas Fair, St Andrews

John Dixon Park, Markinch shga.co.uk

10 – 16 St Andrews Golf Week

A destination for all seasons, Fife celebrates many festivals and events throughout the year; from cultural celebrations and traditional music to Highland games, exhibitions and exhilarating sporting events.

September Knockhill Racing Circuit, near Dunfermline knockhill.com

April

A round of golf in The Kingdom of Fife is an event in itself. But there are plenty of non-golf events happening in the region that may be of interest to you.

Hilton of Beath Farm, Kelty westfifeshow.co.uk

August Market Street, St Andrews portal.standrews. co.uk

St Andrews stanzapoetry.org

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4 Central and West Fife Show

June 3–5 Culross Festival Culross culrossfestival.com

5 Markinch Highland Games

29 – 3 Jul East Neuk Festival

29 – 2 Oct The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship St Andrews, Kingsbarns & Carnoustie alfreddunhilllinks.com

On your doorstep

East Neuk eastneukfestival.com

You may also want to make the most of these golf events which take place close by:

July

28 – 31 July Women’s British Open – Carnoustie 25 – 28 August Johnnie Walker Championship

3 Cupar Highland Games

– Gleneagles

Duffus Park, Cupar cuparhighlandgames .org

This list highlights just a selection of events taking place in St Andrews & The Kingdom of Fife in 2011.

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The events information contained in this publication is as supplied to VisitScotland and to the best of VisitScotland’s knowledge was correct at the time of going to press.

VisitScotland can accept no responsibility for any errors. Events can be subject to change, we recommend you check details with a local VisitScotland Information Centre before travelling (see page 26).

St Andrews Highland Games Station Park, St Andrews albagames.co.uk

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Stay in Fife, play in Perthshire 01

If you’re golfing in The Kingdom of Fife, why not pop over to neighbouring Perthshire and sample the wonderful golf on offer in the beautiful heart of the country?

Perthshire has a fine golfing tradition. It was here five centuries ago that King James VI of Scotland bought his first set of clubs from a bowmaker! Now most towns and villages boast at least one golf course, some of which are recognized as being amongst the finest inland layouts in the world.

Glorious Gleneagles, with its King’s and Queen’s courses and one of the world’s great hotels attached, is golf at its regal best. Gleneagles is also home to the Jack Nicklaus-designed PGA Centenary Course, a modern classic and the venue for the 2014 Ryder Cup. Blairgowrie Rosemount is another piece of Perthshire golfing heaven, created by James Braid, who also conjured up Crieff Ferntower and Taymouth Castle at Kenmore. You are positively spoiled for golf in lush Perthshire where the backdrops are never less than dramatic and awe-inspiring. Offering a contrasting outlook to Fife, Perthshire is

where the Highlands and Lowlands of Scotland meet and the stirring scenery can only serve to inspire your game to great heights.

Wherever you choose to play in Perthshire, remember there are two excellent golf discount schemes available. The Perthshire Green Card offers great value golf on 19 18-hole courses at £99 for five rounds and £65 for three rounds.

The Perthshire Highlands Golf Ticket covers 12 9-hole courses at £65 (five days) and £40 (three days).

For more information call Perthshire Adventure Line on 01887 829010 or email aberfeldy@visitscotland.com If you’re golfing in Fife, pop over to Perthshire.

You’ll be glad you did.

01 The PGA Centenary Course, Gleneagles.

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Four Great Golf Courses with one thing in common.

With one contact you could be playing four of the oldest golf clubs in Scotland. A unique opportunity to play four different courses in Fife, all over 100 years old and only 40 mins apart. Whether you want to play two, three or four of these great courses, Links with History will book your tee-off times to suit your requirements and even give you a discount with your booking. There are several hotels near these great courses you’ve chosen that will provide you with first-class accommodation during your visit. Play golf on courses used for Open Championship final qualifying when the Open is held at St. Andrews. In short, why not come and play where it all began. Ask Links with History to organise your unique golfing experience, visit www.linkswithhistory.com.

Crail Golfing Society 1786 Ladybank Golf Club 1879

bookings@linkswithhistory.com www.linkswithhistory.com

Lundin Golf Club 1868 Scotscraig Golf Club 1817

Phone 01592 649660

To find out more about Aberdeen City and Shire go to aberdeen-grampian.com 

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