How far is Kingsbarns from St Andrews?

Kingsbarns Golf Links is located on the east coast of Scotland near the village of Kingsbarns, 7 miles (10 km) southeast of St Andrews, Fife. Allow 20 minutes driving time.

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When is the course closed?

5th - 7th April 2025

28th September – 5th October 2025 (Alfred Dunhill Links Championship)

26th & 27th October 2025

5th November 2025

9th November 2025

Course Closed 10th November - 28th March 2025

How far in advance do I have to book a round of golf?

Tee times are available from 1st June for the following year. For advanced bookings please Click here.

Can I book online?

Online booking facility is only for last minute bookings of tee times available for the same day and the following two days. For last minute booking please click here.

What is the time difference between Kingsbarns and the USA/ Canada?

It is five hours from the east coast and eight hours from the west coast.

Do you have handicap restriction on the course?

We find golfers, regardless of handicap, enjoy the Kingsbarns experience if they can keep up with pace of play.

When do I pay for my green fees?

The payment is settled within 48 hours of the booking

Do you accept payments by card?

Yes, we accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and most debit cards.

Is there a toll free phone number from US and Canada?

Yes, there is. The number is 1-800-441-1391

Do I need to pre book a caddie?

It is advisable to pre-book your caddie to avoid disappointment. Click here for bookings

How much is the caddie fee?

Our individual caddie fee is £70 plus gratuity. The gratuity is entirely at the golfer’s discretion.

What is the Kingsbarns Caddie Guarantee?

If a golfer feels their golf round was not enhanced by their Kingsbarns Caddie, we’ll refund the caddie fee, in full, on the spot.

Why are we offering this money-back Guarantee?

Our Caddie Guarantee is intended to give undecided golfers the confidence to take a caddie at Kingsbarns (regardless of their experiences elsewhere) since we know our caddies will add further enjoyment to their Kingsbarns golf experience.

How long does a round take?

Our pace of play guideline is 4 hours 40 minutes for 18 holes.

Are there any restrictions for golfers with disabilities?

We welcome golfers with disabilities but would advise contacting us in advance. We have 10 buggies (to be driven by one of our caddies) available for mobility restricted golfers by advance reservation. The fee for the buggy is £35 plus the caddie fee of £70.

What does your practice facilities comprise of and how much does it cost to use them?

There are full practice facilities available at Kingsbarns including a driving range with unlimited balls, short game practice area, bunker and putting green. Use of the practice facilities is included in the green fee.

Do you have a bad weather policy?

Yes, we do. If we have to close the course due to bad weather we offer golfers the possibility to re-schedule their tee time. Should this not be possible we offer a refund.

Can I buy refreshments during the round?

Yes. There is a well-stocked halfway house situated by the 10th tee.

Are there on course toilet facilities?

Yes, toilets are situated at the 10th tee in the Halfway House and in the area behind greens 8, 11 and 15.

Are push trolleys available?

Yes, complimentary push trolleys are available. Electric Trolleys are available on request at a cost of £25 per day.

Are golf clubs and shoes available for hire?

Yes. TaylorMade hire clubs are available for men and women in both right and left handed models at £45 per day. Hire shoes are £10 per day. We recommend reserving in advance.

What is the dress code?

We request appropriate golf attire on the course and in the clubhouse.

Do you have a gratuity policy in the clubhouse?

The gratuity is entirely at the golfers´ discretion.

Does the golf shop have an online purchasing facility?

We would be very happy to assist on the phone or by email and organise shipping of the desired items to our customers. We do not offer an online shop.

Is smoking permitted in the club house and on the course?

Smoking is permitted on the course but not in the clubhouse.

Do you have Wi-Fi internet access?

We do have Wi-Fi internet access in the clubhouse free of charge. The wireless key/password is available on request at the bar.

Do you have accommodation on site?

Our golfers book at a number of hotels and guest houses in the St Andrews area. For more information please visit our page on accommodation or visit www.stayinstandrews.com

How can I get a tee time at the Old Course?

There are four main ways to do so if you have a suitable handicap (24 for men and 36 for women).

• Apply through the Advanced Reservations process at the start of September for play the following year.

• The most common way, is to enter the Ballot which is drawn 48 hours in advance. Click here for more information.

• There are a number of Authorised Providers (Golf Tour Operators and Local Accommodation Providers) offering packages, including guaranteed Old Course tee times, throughout high season (April – October).Authorised Providers can be recognised by the official 'Authorised Provider' logo displayed on their websites and social media platforms.

• If you are unsuccessful, you may wish to enter the Singles Daily Draw, a new process in place to efficiently manage the allocation of any available on-the-day tee times for single players at the Old Course. Single players will be able to enter the draw between 9am and 4pm on the day before they wish to play at either The Old Pavilion or Links Clubhouse. Click here for more information

Can one join the Kingsbarns Golf Club?

Golf has been played on the present site since 1793 when the Kingsbarns Golf Society was established as the 11th earliest golf society in the world. The Society was later reconstituted as The Kingsbarns Golf Club which remains active to this day. The Club carries on its historic traditions holding competitions at Kingbarns Golf Links. The Club is limited to its present membership of 50 and all members are required to live permanently within the local Kingsbarns area.

Where else can I play in the surrounding area?

Golfers who enjoy playing at Kingsbarns would most probably also enjoy:

The Old Course, St Andrews
www.standrews.com/Play/Courses/Old-course

The New Course, St Andrews
www.standrews.com/Play/Courses/New-course

Carnoustie Golf Links, Carnoustie
www.carnoustiegolflinks.co.uk

The Dukes Golf Club, St Andrews
www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk/golf/dukes_landing.html

Scotscraig Golf Course, Tayport
www.scotscraiggolfclub.com

Ladybank Golf Course, Ladybank
www.ladybankgolf.co.uk

Lundin Links Golf Course, Lundin Links
www.lundingolfclub.co.uk

Leven Links Golf Course, Leven
www.leven-links.com

Balcomie Links Course, Crail
www.crailgolfingsociety.co.uk

Dumbarnie Golf Links
www.dumbarnielinks.com