St Andrews Old Course History Tour, with 80s Pro A1 Caddie Guide

Overview of the tour in St Andrews

On this award-winning walking tour aimed primarily at the golfer, Richard explains the timeline development and history of both golf and the Old Course.

You will find out why the game we know today may not be as old as many think.

You will hear about early golf pioneers: Allan Robertson, and Old Tom Morris, and a little about Tiger Woods, Rory Mcilroy, Sean Connery, and Doreen Stubbs.

Learn about the Open Championship, the Dunhill Championship, and the adjoining iconic landmarks.

Learn also how the game increased in popularity in 1895, how it became the first 18-hole course, about the double greens, and reversed bunkers, and how the 1st and 17th shared the same green until 1872.

Hear about the first putting green, the world's oldest golf shop, and Nike's genius.

Plus, have a photo shoot on the Swilkan Bridge - one of the most iconic features in the game of golf.

Richard will then give some memorable jaw-dropping memories at the Old Course Road Hole before the tour finishes by the Old Course Jigger Inn overlooking the 17th fairway.

All this and a lot more amid the Home of Golf, on Richard's bucket list award-winning St Andrews Old Course History Tour!

On arrival

Tours start - outside - Hotel du Vin, The Scores, St Andrews, KY16 9AS. The hotel is facing the sea opposite St Andrews Aquarium.

Please ensure you are there before the start of your tour as all tours leave on time - they do not wait, and it will not be possible to join the tour once started. If you think you may be late please contact asap before your tour starts time.

You will then be able to reschedule for the next available tour that has availability. There are no refunds within 24 hours of your tour start time unless canceled by your guide.

Things to note

Participants must have a good command of English
Tours are not suitable for under 2s
Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for scooters
Not suitable for those walking slowly
Only guide dogs are allowed

Free Cancellation

Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.