Teeing Up on the Edge of History: Golf at Fairmont St Andrews
For golfers, few names stir the soul like St Andrews. But just a stone’s throw from the Old Course lies another gem that deserves your attention – Fairmont St Andrews. Perched dramatically above the rugged Fife coastline, this luxury resort offers not just championship golf, but a connection to the game’s ancestral home.
A Landscape Forged by Time
Set against sweeping cliff-top views of the North Sea, Fairmont St Andrews delivers a playing experience as cinematic as it is strategic. Both courses — The Torrance and The Kittocks — weave through heather-lined hills, natural wetlands, and craggy shoreline, offering drama on every hole. When the wind picks up (and it often does), every shot demands both skill and imagination — exactly what us golf aficionados relish.
Two Courses. One Soul.
The Torrance, redesigned by Ryder Cup legend Sam Torrance, is a true test of links-style golf. Think deep revetted bunkers, tight run-offs, and risk-reward par 5s. It has played host to numerous professional events, including the European Tour’s Hero Open.
The Kittocks offers a gentler start, but don’t let that fool you — its cliff-edge holes are breathtaking….but brutal when the gales blow in. Elevated tees give you panoramic views of the town of St Andrews in the distance — a reminder that you’re teeing up on hallowed ground.
Did You Know?
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Fairmont St Andrews has hosted final qualifying rounds for The Open Championship, putting it on the radar of the game’s elite.
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Rumour has it even Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy have walked its fairways during Open prep weeks — quietly, of course.
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The property spans over 520 acres, and you can spot puffins, deer, and even seals along the shoreline. A round here isn’t just sport; it’s a brush with nature.
More Than Just Golf
After your round, enjoy a dram at Zephyr Sports Bar, or soak in the views from The Atrium with a local seafood platter and a single malt that’ll make you forget any missed putts. Or better yet, check out the spa and turn your golf day into a proper Scottish retreat.
If you’re a golfer looking to escape the crowds of the Old Course, Fairmont St Andrews offers a first-class alternative — scenic, challenging, and soaked in the spirit of Scottish golf. Bring your A-game, clothing for every possibility and a respect for a true links golf test.
You’ll be glad you did.
Get 20% off your tee time at the sensational Fairmont St.Andrews.
Book and play between Monday 4th – 9th August 2025.