How to Book a Tee Time or Golf Lesson at St Andrews Links

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You can book through standrews.com, the official site of St Andrews Links Trust, using the "Book a tee time" and golf lesson/academy entry points in the site menu. The Old Course is different from the other courses: entry is through the Old Course Ballot, and ballot results are published on the site. Before booking, check the "Busy dates" page so you know how crowded the courses will be on the date you want. If you are booking for a group or want a package, use the dedicated Golf Packages, Group Packages, and Corporate Packages pages instead of the single tee time flow.

Booking a Tee Time

  1. Go to standrews.com.
  2. Open the "Book a tee time" link in the site menu.
  3. Choose the course and the date you want. Check "Busy dates" first if your dates are flexible.
  4. Complete the booking and keep the confirmation.

For the Old Course, use "Enter the Old Course Ballot" in the menu. After the draw, check "Ballot results" on the same site. The ballot is the standard route for individual golfers; it is not a normal first-come booking.

Booking a Golf Lesson or Academy Session

The site lists "Book a golf lesson" and an Academy section with Golf Lessons, Driving Range, Custom Fitting, and Junior Golf. Open the lesson page, pick the lesson or academy option that fits you, and follow the booking steps. If you are unsure which lesson fits, the "Meet The Team" page shows the instructors.

Checking Busy Dates and Planning Around Them

Use "Busy dates" before you commit to a date. It shows when the courses are likely to be crowded, which helps you choose a quieter day or plan around peak periods. For a first visit, the "Before Your Round" page covers what to prepare, and "Guided Walks of the Old Course" is an option if you want to see the course without playing.

Packages and Group Bookings

  • Golf Packages / Group Packages / Corporate Packages: use these for multi-person or organized trips; they are separate from single tee time booking.
  • Academy Packages: combine lessons and practice; useful if you want instruction plus range time.
  • Gift Cards: available if you are booking for someone else.
  • Caddie Services: book separately through the Clubhouses & Facilities / Caddie Services pages.

Common Issues

  • Old Course availability: do not expect a standard tee time slot; use the ballot and check results.
  • Peak dates: check "Busy dates" before booking so you are not surprised by crowds.
  • Group size: for more than a single booking, start from the Group or Corporate Packages page rather than the individual tee time flow.

The site also offers a newsletter sign-up for tee time updates and offers, and a live webcam if you want to check conditions before your round.