St Andrews Old Course Tee Times

The St Andrews Old Course at ‘The Home of Golf’

 

Links Golf St Andrews are an Authorised Provider of guaranteed Old Course tee times, although we are now fully subscribed for the 2026 season. For those looking to secure their Old Course tee time in advance, we currently have a limited number of guaranteed tee times remaining for 2027 and we are accepting bookings for 2028 on all available dates. Our St Andrews Golf Week events in October 2026 and April/October 2027 still have availability. These events include play on the St Andrews Old Course. Explore the St Andrews Golf Week here: St Andrews Golf Week

To view our full 2027 St Andrews Old Course availability chart, please see below.

Please note that, with The Open returning to the St Andrews Old Course in 2027, tee times are more limited than usual, with the course closed from mid-June to mid-July.

For travel in 2026, it is still possible to enter the daily ballot for play on the Old Course. However, it is important to understand that the ballot is a true lottery and always heavily oversubscribed. By entering the ballot, this does not mean you will be allocated a tee time. Information on the ballot can be found here: Old Course Ballot

Links Golf St Andrews. Circular logo with the text “Authorised Provider” and “The Home of Golf” around the edge. In the center, crossed golf clubs, a laurel wreath, and a banner reading “St Andrews Links,” perfect for St Andrew Golf trips.

Authorised Provider

Links Golf St Andrews are an Authorised Provider of Old Course Commercial Tee Times.

Old Course Tee Times Availability

  • Tee Times Available
    Tee Times Available
  • Ballot Only
    Ballot Only
  • Single Golfer
    Single Golfer
  • Two Golfers
    Two Golfers
  • Three Golfers
    Three Golfers
  • Unavailable
    Unavailable

2026 Tee Times

1st – 7th Jun 2026 | Ballot Only

8th – 14th Jun 2026 | Ballot Only

15th – 21st Jun 2026 | Ballot Only

22nd – 28th Jun 2026 | BALLOT ONLY

29th June – 5th July 2026 | BALLOT ONLY

6th – 12th Jul 2026 | BALLOT ONLY

13th – 19th Jul 2026 | BALLOT ONLY

20th – 26th Jul 2026 | Single Golfer

27th Jul- 2nd Aug 2026 | Ballot Only

3rd – 9th Aug 2026 | BALLOT ONLY

10th – 16th Aug 2026 | Ballot Only

17th – 23rd Aug 2026 | Ballot Only

24th – 30th Aug 2026 | Ballot Only

31st Aug – 6th Sep 2026 | Ballot Only

7th – 13th Sep 2026 | Ballot Only

14th – 20th Sep 2026 | Unavailable – Old Course Closed 

21st – 27th Sep 2026 | Unavailable – Old Course Closed 

28th Sep – 4th Oct 2026 | Unavailable – Old Course Closed 

19th – 25th Oct 2026 | St Andrews Golf Week

5th – 11th Oct 2026 | Ballot Only

12th – 18th Oct 2026 | Ballot Only

19th – 25th Oct 2026 | Ballot Only

27th Oct – 1st Nov 2026 | Ballot Only

FAQs

How do I get a st Andrews old course tee times?

We are an Authorised Provider of St Andrews Old Course tee times and can include them as part of a package. Our packages also include core elements of accommodation, additional golf and ground transportation. So enquire here and start building your customised golf tour.

Are there any booking stipulations?

As a business we stipulate a minimum 5-night stay for all golf tours including the St Andrews Old Course Tee Times. The St Andrews Links also include a round on either the New Course, Jubilee Course or Castle Course as part of your booking.

What does “Ballot only” mean?

Unfortunately, but realistically, there are a finite number of advanced bookable tee times available for the St Andrews Old Course. There is however a unique system in place for golfers without an advanced tee time; the daily Ballot, which provides the opportunity to apply for a tee time 2 days before the intended date of play. The ballot can only be entered by groups of 2-4 golfers and as a lottery-style system, does not guarantee play.

Are there restrictions on the size of a group?

Whilst all tee times are 4-balls, we are happy to split tee times and work with 3-balls, 2-balls and single golfers. As is the case with many premier golf courses, out-with events such as the St Andrews Golf Week, the St Andrews Old Course does not lend itself to large group bookings. So we personally recommend groups of up to 8 golfers to ensure the best possible experience.

Are there player restrictions for the St Andrews Old Course?

The ‘handicap’ limit for both men & women is 36. The Starter does require this information on the day, therefore we will request this information prior to arrival.

Is there a dress code for the St Andrews Old Course?

There is no strict dress code at St Andrews. Although, as you will undoubtedly take many photos during your round, we would always recommend dressing in your best golf attire.

Old Course Tee Times Enquiry

Enquiry

Old Course Tee Times are available as part of a minimum 5 night tour. Fill in the form below to enquire about our packages.

Tain Golf Club

Situated to the south of Royal Dornoch, Tain is a heathland/links hotels with spectacular views. Designed originally by Old Tom Morris as a fifteen-hole hotels in 1890, it was extended to eighteen holes in 1894; eleven Morris holes are still in play today. This is an easy walking hotels with the river meandering through three of the holes. Always presented in beautiful condition, Tain is a good test of golf, with clever bunkering and natural water hazards. Tain is located 35 miles north of Inverness.

Course info

  • Caddies (Request in advance through Links Golf)

  • Pull Carts

  • Electric Buggies: Only 2 available

  • Practice Facilities: Short game area and putting green

  • Dress Code: Appropriate golf attire.