Golf has been played on the Links at St Andrews since around 1400 AD and the Old Course is renowned throughout the world as the Home of Golf.
The Sportsman's Dinner
(new for 2010)
Date: Wednesday, 14 July 2010
Location: In the Links Restaurant beside the 1st Tee
Join in on the Wednesday practice day for this very special event watching past Open champions as they play 1, 2, 17 and 18 on the Old Course.
You will then retire for dinner to the Links restaurant where a guest speaker from the world of golf will provide after dinner entertainment. The restaurant will be set with tables for 10 and space is strictly limited to 300 places, so hurry to ensure your place at this unique event.
Details for the evening reception:
4 - 6 pm: Past champions golf
6:15 pm: Links restaurant champagne and canapé reception
7:15 pm: Sit down dinner (four course gourmet Scottish menu accompanied by fine wines)
Guest speaker - Tony Jacklin, Official Hospitality Ambassador
Included: Exclusive anniversary gift
Private tables of 10 people unless otherwise stated. Smaller numbers will be accommodated on shared tables.
Road Hole Fine Dining VIP Package
Location: At the Old Course Hotel
Located on the top floor of the Old Course Hotel with spectacular panoramic views over the world's most famous golf course, the Old Course and the beautiful east coast of Scotland, the restaurant with its dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows and an open deck is the most attractive place to watch the world's best golfers take on the renowned Road Hole.
Do not miss the opportunity before lunch to visit the Road Hole Bar, awarded Whisky Bar of the World 2008 in 'Icons of Whisky'.
This special anniversary VIP experience includes a seat in the Grandstand located at the 17th hole. Watch the action and feel the emotion as the world's top players play these unique and famous holes overlooked by The Royal and Ancient Clubhouse.
Package includes:
Private tables of 10 people unless otherwise stated. Smaller numbers will be accommodated on shared tables.
Home of Golf Package
Location: At the Old Course Hotel
The world famous Old Course Hotel will host many of the players at The Championship and this is your opportunity to be entertained at The Official Open Championship hotel. Bordering the renowned 17th hole of the Old Course, the hotel is set in a spectacular location overlooking the famous links courses, the West Sands beach and the beautiful Scottish coastline.
You can choose from a range of the hotel's ground floor private rooms or take a table in one of our restaurants. Enjoy a friendly welcome and golfer's breakfast to tee off your day at The Open. Return for a sumptuous three course lunch accompanied by fine wines and later on, an afternoon tea buffet featuring the best of Scottish produce.
Package includes:
Private rooms for 12, 24 and 40 guests are available on request.
Private tables of 10 people unless otherwise stated. Smaller numbers will be accommodated on shared tables.
Open Clubhouse Package
Location: at the Hospitality Village
The Clubhouse is our premier package in the Hospitality Village, hosted in a specially designed, intimate club-style facility.
Follow your favourite player on the links and then retire to the comfort and sanctuary of our Clubhouse,with informal areas for eating and relaxing throughout the day. Guests will get an opportunity to hear from a golfing great at some point during the day, get their autograph or pose for pictures.
Package includes:
Dining is informal however larger numbers can reserve tables for lunch on request.
Price per person based on tables of 10 people unless otherwise stated. Smaller numbers will be accommodated on shared tables.
Open Guest Package
Location: at the Hospitality Village
With direct access to The Championship golf course, the Hospitality Village is the perfect setting for your day at The Open.
Packages include full day hospitality from a classic golfer's breakfast to a magnificent three course lunch, followed by a traditional Scottish afternoon tea and of course, full service bar is available throughout the day.
You can choose to enjoy The Open Championship in one of our restaurants or in the privacy of your own chalet if you prefer something more exclusive. They are available for parties of 30 to 50 guests.
Package includes:
Private tables of 10 people unless otherwise stated. Smaller numbers will be accommodated on shared tables.
Private Chalet
Location: at the Hospitality Village
Available for parties of 30 - 50 guests.
Should your party require something more exclusive, private chalet facilities are available for parties of 30 to 50 guests.
With direct access to The Championship golf course, the Hospitality Village is the perfect setting for your day at The Open.
Package includes: