Green Fees

Golfers should wear attire appropriate to the sport and clothing should not be scruffy or torn. The dress code in the clubhouses is smart/casual.

Golfers are asked to wear plastic cleats or soft spikes as these do minimal damage to the greens.

An indication of the time a four ball is expected to complete a round is given on the score card for each course and golfers are asked that they play without delay. Our Rangers are on the Links to offer assistance to golfers and to ensure the speed of play is maintained.

The only course which requires a handicap certificate is the Old Course. The maximum handicap is 24 for men and 36 for ladies. A valid certificate from the relevant home golf club must be presented to the Starter before play. A letter of recommendation will not be accepted.

The Caddies at St Andrews Links are self-employed but have to register with us to work here and their experience and knowledge are indispensable, especially when playing for the first time.

Caddies are paid directly in cash (Pounds Sterling) and the fees are:

• Caddie fee: £55 + Gratuity 
• Trainee fee: £35 + Gratuity (May - August only)​​
• Forecaddie: This is only allowed on days of high demand as agreed by the Caddie Manager. On all other occasions the policy of one caddie per player applies.

Follow the link for more information. To request a caddie call +44 (0)1334 466633 or use our online form.

Payment can be made online via debit or credit card for advance bookings and is non-refundable. The green fee for golfers successful in the Old Course Ballot is paid to the Starter on the day of play. Bookings made within 24 hours and unreserved times should be paid directly to the Starter on the day. VAT is payable on all advance bookings made by any commercial concerns/third parties. Bookings made with St Andrews Links by an individual are VAT exempt.

There's no need to book trolleys in advance, simply turn up and hire them from the starter's boxes of the New, Jubilee and Balgove Courses, the reception desk in the Eden Clubhouse for the Eden and Strathtyrum Courses and The Castle Course reception desk for The Castle Course. There are no restrictions on trolleys for these courses. 

• Battery powered £20
• Manually operated £5

The use of trolleys on the Old Course is slightly more limited. With 14 holes played to double greens, the movement of golfers is severely restricted and we therefore have to take special care to manage wear and tear on this very special course.

Trolleys on the Old Course are permitted only after 12 noon. Anytime prior we recommend that you either carry your own golf bag or employ the services of a local caddie who will not only carry your bag but will also help guide you round the course.

Old Course

Golfers who are registered disabled with a permanent condition of disability and relevant supporting documentation may request a buggy for use on the Old Course between April and October. It will be driven by a qualified caddie driver. The buggy is provided free of charge but the appropriate caddie fee is payable. Golfers’ disability documentation should be provided at the time of booking or when entering the Old Course Ballot.

Other courses

Buggies may be taken on the Castle, New, Jubilee, Strathtyrum, Eden and Balgove Courses by senior citizens (over 65) and golfers with a medical certificate. The fee is £30 and should be booked in advance.

All buggies are subject to availability and suitable ground conditions. To request a buggy, please call the Reservations Department.