The
Old Course in St Andrews is surely the Mecca of the golfing world. Golf has been
played here for over six centuries on a course that was not designed by any architect
but rather has largely evolved out of the natural terrain over time. Starting
and finishing in the town, it is best renowned for its huge double greens; which
mean that a golfer may face a 100-yard putt, compact shared fairways and massive
bunkers; of which there are 112! The 17th hole is often voted the toughest par
4 in golf, with the tee shot having to cut over part of the famous hotel, whilst
the road hole bunker and the road itself await any loose shot in to the green.
A definite on any visiting golfers itinerary, this famous course has hosted the
Open Championship on 27 occasions, and will do once again in 2010.
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The
Old Course, St Andrews
