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St Andrews is an outstanding destination: a world-class seat of learning and the home of golf. This page exists to help share news, events and promotions from the town - and hopes to engage with those who live, work, rest and play in and around the town ... as well as those from across the world who have a special connection with St Andrews. So if you love St Andrews, please 'like' us! Share your

stories, experiences, memories, your photos, videos and updates from the town - and we'll share the best for our fans to see. The University and golfing links vie for the history stakes - both having six centuries of heritage under their belt, but the town has so much more to offer ...

The town takes its name from Saint Andrew, the Apostle. There's been a church here since the 8th century - and probably before - and a Bishopric since the 1200s. The history and heritage of the town is palpable as you walk the cobbled streets and discover ancient buildings, monuments and outstanding exhibits in the town's museums. St Andrews grew to the west of the cathedral. Now a ruin, it is still an imposing sight - and commands the east end of the town's main streets: North Street, Market Street and South Street - all converging on the cathedral site. The remaining towers and steeples can be seen from miles around. The ancient harbour is a must visit - on the north edge of East Sands beach - as is St Andrews Castle that looks out to St Andrews Bay and across the shoreline to the stunning West Sands Beach. St Andrews is known worldwide as the 'home of golf' - mainly because the Royal and Ancient Golf Club (est. 1754) oversees the game's legislative authority in all four corners of the world bar the USA & Mexico. But it is the links - the land that links the sea with the town and farmland - that makes the 'home' so special. The land is owned by the town - and has been since an Act of Parliament enshrined it in public ownership in 1894. It ensures it is retained for the use of golfers - and it is the most used venue for The Open Championship - the oldest of golf's four major championships. The Old, New Course, Jubilee, Eden & Castle Courses are amongst the best ranked in the world - and in the countryside around the town are many more fantastic golf courses that make the town and our area a magnet for golfers worldwide. Today, the town welcomes students, academics, golfers and holiday makers from home and abroad. It is a great home for some fantastic businesses who have invested in St Andrews.

The home of golf. Stopping. Taking it all in. Making memories that will last a lifetime. Old Course Hotel Golf Resort & ...
18/08/2025

The home of golf.
Stopping.
Taking it all in.
Making memories that will last a lifetime.

Old Course Hotel Golf Resort & Spa The R&A The Open St Andrews Links

That was an extraordinary win … nerves of steel from Justin. A golden oldie!
11/08/2025

That was an extraordinary win … nerves of steel from Justin. A golden oldie!

75 holes later...

One for the diary. Please share with all who might be interested. Thank you!
11/08/2025

One for the diary. Please share with all who might be interested. Thank you!

Hello! 🌟 Have you thought about how joining our local sharing economy can benefit you? If you’re looking to pick up some stationery, kitchen goodies, electronics, or clothes soon, we’d love for you to visit our mini give aways on Tuesdays: 12, 19, 26 August, and 2 September from 4:30 - 5:30 PM at 7 Woodburn Place, St Andrews.

Everything is free, except for clothes (£1 each). By sharing instead of buying new, you’ll be helping both your wallet and our beautiful planet.
https://transitionsta.org/event/mini-give-away/

Love a walk? Whether you're taking a stroll from Craigtoun Country Park or striding out to discover the Fife Pilgrim Way...
03/08/2025

Love a walk? Whether you're taking a stroll from Craigtoun Country Park or striding out to discover the Fife Pilgrim Way, The Duke's Course, St.Andrews is well worth a visit. Walks head out from the Clubhouse and allow you to explore this stunning corner overlooking St Andrews. And whilst there - take time to enjoy their food & drink offering at the clubhouse. They're family friendly - and dog friendly too! And you don't have to be golfing to enjoy it.



Friends of Craigtoun Park Craigtoun Country Park Cafe and Kitchen

If you're looking for food and a drink close to the Old Course, there really is no better destination than the iconic Ji...
01/08/2025

If you're looking for food and a drink close to the Old Course, there really is no better destination than the iconic Jigger Inn. Alongside the Road Hole, no other pub gives you eye-level access to watch the golfers go by on the historic links. Sheltered by the Old Course Hotel Golf Resort & Spa, the inn has indoor and alfresco spaces to enjoy time out with friends and family. Check out https://bit.ly/OCH-TheJiggerInn for their hours, latest menus and more.

Just a selection of shots from West Sands beach and dunes captured this week. The evening light was stunning, making eve...
31/07/2025

Just a selection of shots from West Sands beach and dunes captured this week. The evening light was stunning, making everything stand out across the town.

We'd only recommend adult grown ups do the online ordering! And what better gift to give that an annual pass for a famil...
31/07/2025

We'd only recommend adult grown ups do the online ordering! And what better gift to give that an annual pass for a family to enjoy the wonderful wildlife at St Andrews Aquarium - all year round. They are open seven days a week from 10-5 - and have so many amazing animals to discover. Visit time and again - and see something new on every occasion.

Visit https://bit.ly/StAndrewsNow-AquariumPass to order your pass now.

“Do you like cheese?” 🤣🤣
29/07/2025

“Do you like cheese?” 🤣🤣

Someone’s … happy! 👀😉❤️
29/07/2025

Someone’s … happy! 👀😉❤️

We are pleased to advise that our Seven Dwarfs Trail is back up-and-running! Snow White is now located outside the Ticket Office, rather than at the Wishing Well, so that she can go inside at night. The Dwarfs are in their usual spots but will now be taken in every night and put back out in the morning so that they aren't tempted to go wandering off again. The things we have to do....... 🤷‍♀️

Whatever the weather, St Andrews Aquarium is the perfect destination in town - packed with so much to see and explore an...
25/07/2025

Whatever the weather, St Andrews Aquarium is the perfect destination in town - packed with so much to see and explore and next to for a bite to eat before or after your visit.

The Aquarium is open 10-5, seven days a week ... and they have great value annual passes for the family too. Make it snappy and head along soon! Check https://bit.ly/StAndrewsNow-AquariumPass for more.

A short drive from St Andrews is the iconic Watts building in Cupar - empty for almost six years and in a desperate stat...
24/07/2025

A short drive from St Andrews is the iconic Watts building in Cupar - empty for almost six years and in a desperate state of disrepair. We caught up with local developer, Andrew Craig, for a conversation walking around the site to discuss his vision to breathe new life into this historic site.

Tune in to listen now on our WhoWhereWhatWhenWhyHowNow podcast via ...

✅ Apple - https://apple.co/4383PJc
✅ Spotify - https://bit.ly/4kAWHvr

St Andrews 😍A walk on West Sands, spying silhouettes by the Eden, the views across the river to Tentsmuir and discoverin...
18/07/2025

St Andrews 😍

A walk on West Sands, spying silhouettes by the Eden, the views across the river to Tentsmuir and discovering the flock of rare breed Hebridean Sheep at Outhead between the links and the shore.

Tentsmuir National Nature Reserve West Sands Ranger Service Eden Mill

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St Andrews is an outstanding destination: a world-class seat of learning and the home of golf. This page, run entirely for fun by Destination 66 Ltd as a demonstration of how towns can best support all audiences online, shares news, events and promotions from the town - and hopes to engage with those who live, work, rest and play in and around the town ... as well as those from across the world who have a special connection with St Andrews. So if you love St Andrews, please 'like' us! Share your stories, experiences, memories, your photos, videos and updates from the town - and we'll share the best for our all to see.

And if you run a business in or near the town and would like a wee boost - tell us about your events, news and new products or services and we’ll happily share. You will also find us on Instagram and Twitter.

A little history ... The University and golfing links vie for the history stakes - both having six centuries of heritage under their belt, but the town has so much more to offer ... The town takes its name from Saint Andrew, the Apostle. There's been a church here since the 8th century - and probably before - and a Bishopric since the 1200s. The history and heritage of the town is palpable as you walk the cobbled streets and discover ancient buildings, monuments and outstanding exhibits in the town's museums. St Andrews grew to the west of the cathedral. Now a ruin, it is still an imposing sight - and commands the east end of the town's main streets: North Street, Market Street and South Street - all converging on the cathedral site. The remaining towers and steeples can be seen from miles around. The ancient harbour is a must visit - on the north edge of East Sands beach - as is St Andrews Castle that looks out to St Andrews Bay and across the shoreline to the stunning West Sands Beach. St Andrews is known worldwide as the 'home of golf' - mainly because the Royal and Ancient Golf Club (est. 1754) oversees the game's legislative authority in all four corners of the world bar the USA & Mexico. But it is the links - the land that links the sea with the town and farmland - that makes the 'home' so special. The land is owned by the town - and has been since an Act of Parliament enshrined it in public ownership in 1894. It ensures it is retained for the use of golfers - and it is the most used venue for The Open Championship - the oldest of golf's four major championships. The Old, New Course, Jubilee, Eden & Castle Courses are among the best ranked in the world - and in the countryside around the town are many more fantastic golf courses that make the town and our area a magnet for golfers worldwide. Today, the town welcomes students, academics, golfers and holiday makers from home and abroad. It is a great home for some fantastic businesses who have invested in St Andrews.

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