Thu, 22 Oct 2026 · Sports

Hotels for Guided Walks of the Old Course

Name: Guided Walks of the Old Course
Start: 2026-10-22T11:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-10-22T11:00:00.000Z
Location: St Andrews

In St Andrews on Thu, 22 Oct 2026. 47 hotels within 3km — book close and walk back after the show.

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About Guided Walks of the Old Course

Walking the most famous fairways in golf on foot, with a guide talking through the history of each hole, the bunkers that have wrecked championship hopes and the quirks that only locals know. Groups move at a relaxed pace, stopping at landmarks like the Swilcan Bridge and the Road Hole, so it suits golf fans and curious non-players alike.

A Thursday late-morning start means the course is active with play, giving a real sense of the links in use rather than an empty stage. Expect open ground, sea air and a good hour or two on foot.

Where to stay nearby

Leuchars is the closest base, just a few kilometres out and with the largest choice of hotels of the three options, plus a handy rail link into the area. Cupar sits a little further off but offers a quieter, small-town alternative with a modest handful of hotels. Edinburgh is the furthest option at around 50km, but its size means far more choice of accommodation and easy road and rail connections towards St Andrews, making it a sensible base for anyone combining the walk with a wider trip.

Leuchars — about 7 km away

Leuchars is the nearest option, a small town with a strong choice of hotels for its size and a quick onward journey to St Andrews by road or rail connection nearby.

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Cupar — about 13 km away

Cupar is a compact market town a short drive from St Andrews, with a smaller hotel selection but a quieter, more local feel for those who prefer it.

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Edinburgh — about 50 km away

Edinburgh, roughly 50km away, offers by far the largest range of hotels and easy road and rail links to St Andrews, making it a practical choice for travellers combining the visit with wider sightseeing.

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