Lundin Links
Lundin, near to St Andrews the 'Home of Golf', is well known throughout the golfing world as a course of rare quality. Founded in 1868, on a Tom Morris course it was extensively redesigned by five times Open Champion James Braid, in 1909 Fine links fairways and excellent greens have ensured that it has been regularly selected as a final qualifying golf course for the Open Championship. Narrow fairways, bunkers, burns, and ever-changing winds guarantee a testing but rewarding golfing experience.
Brad Faxon, USPGA Tour Pro, in an interview with the Boston Globe, said:“I’ll always have a special place in my heart for Lundin Links”
Lundin Ladies
Lundin Ladies Golf Club is the oldest completely independent ladies golf club in the world. It runs its course and has no men members although both lady and gentleman visitors are very welcome.
Men can, however, become season ticket holders for a small fee but have to be wary of clubhouse restrictions. The course is in the Standing Stanes Park, to the north of the main road through Lundin Links. It offers a competitive and memorable test for all standards of golfer.
Elie
Less than an 10 minutes drive from the Wee White Cottage, only twenty minutes from the home of golf at St. Andrews and within sight of Muirfield - Elie provides a unique golfing experience. The golf here is in keeping with the holiday atmosphere where enjoyment is the main priority. Visitors acclaim the course as both challenging and charming in equal measure.
Formed in 1875, only a handful of clubs in Scotland are older than Elie, and the course is a classic example of links golf. From the opening hole, where a blind tee shot requires the starter to use a 30ft periscope from HMS Excalibur to ensure the way is clear, the course’s idiosyncratic charm becomes apparent.
James Braid was born and brought up in Earlsferry which adjoins Elie and the golf course and learnt his golf over this links course which has no par 5s and only 2 par 3s. It might be relatively short at 6273 yards but make no mistake, it is a true test of golf and a very enjoyable one at that. James Braid asserted that the 13th at Elie was "the finest in all the country".
The real character of the golf course is through the 6th to 14th holes, a stretch that takes golfers out to the sea and, with a wind off the Firth of Forth, leaves one in no doubt as to its seaside character. Few tees in the world of golf can as beautiful as Elie’s short par 3, the 11th.
The Golf House Club, Elie combines both charm and tradition, and provides golfers an honest examination of links golf. Visitors are always made to feel welcome, and Elie is one course to which they return year after year.
Charleton
Charleton Golf Club, acclaimed to be one of the most beautiful Golf Courses in Scotland. Set in the Heart of Charleton Estate, owned by Baron St Clair Bonde, Charleton has gone from strength to strength since it's opening in 1994 by the former United States Of America President, George Bush Snr, located just 10 minutes drive from the cottage.
This testing par72 (sss72) Parkland Course, has something for all, whether you are a Tiger Woods in the making, or Billy Beginner, your Day out at Charleton will be one to remember. Charleton is the ideal course for group and Society outings, discounts are available for larger parties.
18 hole, par 72, SSS 72, as well as 9 hole Pitch & Putt, Driving Range, Club House with Restaurant & Bar and ride on golf buggies. 15 minutes from St. Andrews in the Kingdom of Fife. Charleton Golf Club, set in stunning parkland with spectacular panoramic views over the Firth of Forth, is acclaimed to be the most attractive golf course in Fife, with the most testing greens!. Ride on buggies are available during the Summer Season.
Charleton Golf Club is the perfect course for Visitors, whether you are a single golfer or a large group, the friendly staff will make sure you have a day out to remember. An affordable all day menu is available, along with a vast array of beers and soft drinks.
Anstruther
Anstruther Golf Club was founded in 1890 and has seen many changes over the years. The initial layout comprised 7 holes with trenches through the middle of the course and poles scattered over the greens to stop gliders landing during the war. In more peaceful times the course was extended to an excellent 9 holes which is kept in superb condition throughout the year.
The course is located 9 miles south of St Andrews and stretches along the shoreline between Anstruther and Pittenweem. The spectacular views over Anstruther Harbour and out to the Isle of May, Bass rock and south west to Edinburgh are a constant distraction. Golfers should beware of Anstruther Golf Club’s version of Amen corner which comprises a series of 3 challenging par 3’s starting with The Rockies (5th) voted the toughest par 3 in the UK!
We are also very proud of what Carl Sullivan, former executive chef at the Dolls House Restaurant, in St Andrews has achieved in his 1st year in the Rockies Restaurant which is now widely acknowledged as being one of the finest restaurants in the East Neuk. Carl, in addition to serving snacks and Bar meals throughout the day, provides a la carte Lunches and Dinners in the Restaurant. Bookings are advisable for the restaurant - telephone 01333 310981. Please visit www.therockiesrestaurant.co.uk for a selection of menus etc
Crail 
The Crail Golfing Society is the 7th Oldest Golf Club in the world. Members and guests have been enjoying some of the finest links golf in Scotland - many say the world - since 1786.
Golfing legend Old Tom Morris laid out the original nine holes at Balcomie in 1895 and in 1998 a second course, Craighead Links, was designed by Gil Hanse, who has since achieved admiration for many courses including the new Castle Stuart course near Inverness.
St Andrews Links Trust Courses
"To win at St Andrews is the ultimate." Tiger Woods
It is every golfer's dream to walk on St Andrews Links, the Home of Golf.
A landscape of infinite variety, golf has been played here for over 600 years, evolving on these Links into the game we know today.
The seven St Andrews Links courses are open to the public and everyone can follow in the footsteps of the legends of the game, from Old Tom Morris to Bobby Jones, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods.
Further information can be found in the St Andrews Directory