The Strathtyrum Course

1993

The Strathtyrum Course was designed by Donald Steel to provide an enjoyable experience that would complement the tougher championship layouts. With two loops of nine, starting and finishing at the Eden Clubhouse, there is a links-like feel to the layout without some of the tougher consequences.

Although relatively bunker-free by St Andrews’ standards, the 15 that do feature are cunningly placed. Combined with the moundings around the sloping, small greens, they place an emphasis on iron play accuracy. Prevailing westerly winds add to the challenge and make the course play much longer than its published yardage.

The Strathtyrum Course became the first new 18 hole layout to come into play at St Andrews for almost 80 years. It takes its name from the adjacent Strathtyrum Estate, from which the land was purchased.

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