STAY, PLAY & EXPLORE | Spring-Summer 2024

SPRING / SUMMER 2024

STAY, PLAY & EXPLORE Your perfect St Andrews stay starts here: culinary delights, fairway highs, spa treats and local discoveries

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IMMERSE YOURSELF IN A WORLD OF SCOTTISH LUXURY: WORLD-CLASS GOLF, INDULGENT SPA TREATS, SUMPTUOUS DINING AND NATURAL BEAUTY...

ALL JUST WAITING TO BE EXPLORED DURING YOUR STAY WITH US 2

ILLUSTRATIONS BY STEPHANIE GINGER

A warm welcome

We are delighted to welcome you to the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, and indeed to the historic town of St Andrews. We are lucky to be just yards away from our namesake and, more specifically, its 17th hole – widely regarded as one of the world’s trickiest but most rewarding par-fours. For this is the spiritual home of golf, where the game was first played more than 600 years ago. We’re also a crisp tee shot away from many other legendary courses, including our very own championship course, The Duke’s.

But there’s far more to this handsome corner of Fife than bunkers and birdies. Here at the resort you’ll find the state-of-the-art Kohler Waters Spa, impressive fitness facilities and eight incredible restaurants and bars. The stunning West Sands Beach is on our doorstep and St Andrews continues to live up to its reputation as one of the world’s most storied and charming university towns.

There really is something for everyone. We hope you have a wonderful stay.

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Dining

WITH EIGHT DISTINCTIVE RESTAURANTS AND BARS, THE OLD COURSE HOTEL’S CULINARY WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER

Road Hole Restaurant Named after the famous 17th hole of the Old Course, this 3 AA Rosette restaurant is the beating heart of the hotel. With breathtaking views of the Fife coastline, the theatre of an open kitchen, exceptional service and a commitment to using only the finest local ingredients, the Road Hole Restaurant really is one you’ll remember.

MON-SUN, 12PM-2PM AND 6PM-11PM; AFTERNOON TEA, THU-SUN, 2.30PM-4.30PM

To book a table at any restaurant, call 0 or ask at the reception desk.

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Road Hole Bar

Offering more than 300 whiskies, the Road Hole Bar has become a bucketlist destination for scotch enthusiasts around the world. Perfect for an aperitif or a nightcap, it’s also a popular spot for a late-morning coffee or a light lunch, with epic views across the links course and West Sands Beach.

MON-SUN, 11AM-LATE; FOOD SERVED, 12PM-6PM

Swilcan Loft For cocktails, a light bite and sensational views over St Andrews and the Old Course, this glass-fronted eatery is the ideal spot for laid-back summer soirées.

MON-SUN, 6PM-11PM

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West Deck Designed for outdoor drinks and informal dining, our latest opening is the perfect place to round off a great day of exploring. And with intimate pods and cosy blankets, we’ve got you covered if the weather turns dreich.

MON-SUN, 12PM-11PM

Jigger Inn One of golf’s most iconic 19th holes, this historic building dates back to the 1850s. Today, the charming pub is known for its golfing memorabilia, open fires, delicious home-cooked classics and tempting selection of Scottish beers. Don’t be surprised to see one or two famous faces.

MON-SUN, 12PM-11PM

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Hams Hame Pub & Grill Fried chicken and football or smash burgers with the snooker? Located next to the 18th green of the Old Course, Hams Hame is all about friendly rivalries, ice-cold beer, family gatherings and classic British food done right. The pub caters for all ages, and four-legged family members are welcome too.

MON-SUN, 12PM-11PM

The Duke’s Bar & Restaurant

Kohler Waters Spa Café

The award-winning clubhouse at The Duke’s course, set in a Scottish country estate, is the ideal spot for a post-round pint, a family lunch or a pit stop while walking the dog. Hungry golfers can enjoy the “Wee Bùth” Halfway House Menu after nine holes.

For superfood salads, smoothies and soups, look no further than the café at Kohler Waters Spa, where a selection of nutritious dishes helps to elevate the wellness offering.

MON-SUN, 12PM-4PM

SUN-THU, 7.30AM-6PM; FRI AND SAT, 7.30AM-7.30PM

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The Duke’s

MAKE YOUR OWN SLICE OF GOLFING HISTORY BY SAMPLING THE BEST OF ST ANDREWS’ WORLD-FAMOUS COURSES – STARTING, NATURALLY, AT OUR VERY OWN DUKE’S CHAMPIONSHIP COURSE

Courtesy transfers will be provided from the Old Course Hotel.

To book, call 0, and reception will be delighted to help.

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The Old Lady will forever be the jewel in St Andrews’ crown of championship links courses, but our own course, The Duke’s, certainly gives it a run for its money. Just three and a half miles from the Old Course Hotel, the Home of Golf’s only heathland course is one of the best in the UK, with stunning views of St Andrews and West Sands Beach. Located on the picturesque high ground of the historic Mount Melville Estate, amid verdant woodland, gorse and heather, this is a risk-and-reward course for those who don’t mind throwing caution to the wind.

From the par-five Highland through to the nerve-jangling Ice House – with its own “valley of sin” – the course has been meticulously designed by Peter Thompson to suit every level of player. Expect plenty of bunkers and long, rolling greens.

The Duke’s can play as long as 7,500 yards from the back tees and has hosted a number of elite amateur events – most recently the Scottish Men’s Amateur Open.

Now part of the prestigious collection of Kohler championship golf courses, which also includes the legendary Whistling Straits in Wisconsin, The Duke’s has an awardwinning clubhouse bar and restaurant, fully stocked pro shop, driving range, short game area, par-three loop and a fleet of GPS golf buggies.

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Spa

RELAX AND REJUVENATE IN OUR UNIQUE KOHLER WATERS SPA, RESTORED

BY THE EARTH’S MINERAL-RICH WATERS

Hotel guests can also enjoy complimentary use of the fitness facilities, including the 20-metre lap pool, indoor hot tub, brand-new Technogym equipment and a wide range of classes including Pilates, yoga, GolfFit, circuit, AquaFit and BeachFit.

A stay at the Old Course Hotel is never complete without a visit to the renowned Kohler Waters Spa. The only one of its kind outside the US, this exceptional spa offers a range of treatments inspired by the healing properties of water. With purposebuilt treatment rooms for therapeutic massages, results-oriented facials and body treatments, the spa utilises the earth’s mineral-rich waters to provide a truly rejuvenating experience. It’s important to note that the spa is currently undergoing a refurbishment project in the hydrotherapy suite. However, during this time, guests can still enjoy a wide range of treatments, access the spa pool and make use of the fitness pool, complete with sauna and hot tub. Don’t miss the opportunity to indulge in ultimate relaxation at Kohler Waters Spa. MON-SUN, 6.30AM-9PM

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Beach

WEST SANDS BEACH IS JUST A STROLL AWAY, PERFECT FOR ACTIVE ADVENTURES OR SIMPLY TO SOAK UP THE GLORIOUS VISTAS AND CRISP SCOTTISH AIR

Almost two miles of uninterrupted sand are within walking distance of the Old Course Hotel.

To find out more about beach activities, ask at the concierge desk, or call 8004 on your in-room telephone.

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Best known as the setting for the opening scene of Chariots of Fire, West Sands Beach is an integral part of the St Andrews experience. Backed by dunes and world-renowned golf courses, this iconic stretch of sand is popular for walking, running and riding, plus swimming and surfing in the sea. Expect the water to be bracing – or jeelit, as we like to say in these parts – even in summer. Land yachting, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding are also popular here, and the beach is a great place to pick up the East Neuk Fife Coastal Path.

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Explore

FROM LIVELY SHOPS AND GALLERIES TO ANCIENT COBBLED STREETS, SOAK UP THE ATMOSPHERE OF OUR HOSPITABLE, CULTURED TOWN

The Old Course Hotel is just a stone’s throw from the delights of St Andrews. While golf and academia remain its main attractions, there’s far more to the Auld Grey Toon than seminars and 7 irons. From farmers’ markets, museums, galleries and craft stores to a magical aquarium, not to mention distillery tours and ghost walks, St Andrews offers plenty to inspire and entertain. And in this most ancient – and welcoming – of Scottish towns, you’ll find a host of historic streets and buildings to explore, and convivial evening revels to enjoy.

To find out more about St Andrews, ask at the concierge desk, or call 8004 on your in-room telephone.

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1. PRO SHOP 2. JIGGER INN 3. KOHLER WATERS SPA 4. KOHLER WATERS FITNESS 5. SWILCAN LOFT 6. ROAD HOLE RESTAURANT 7. ROAD HOLE BAR 8. WEST DECK 9. ST ANDREWS LINKS DRIVING RANGE

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