St Andrews Links in talks to add another world-class golf course to its portfolio

The St Andrews Links Trust could soon take over the management of an eighth course in the Home of Golf

The St Andrews Links Trust is looking to make its already impressive roster of golf courses even better and offer more choice for ticket holders and visitors alike.

The Home of Golf organization already manages some of the finest links in the land, including the famous Old Course, as well as the New, Jubilee, Eden, Strathtyrum, Balgove and Castle courses.  

And while the plans are subject to finalization, the Trust is confident of adding an eighth wonder to its stewardship by taking over the Duke’s course, clubhouse and driving range from the Old Course Hotel Golf Resort & Spa, which is owned by US-based company Kohler.

First laid out in 1995 by five-time Open champion Peter Thomson, the 18-hole championship Duke’s course – which describes itself as “the Home of Golf’s only heathland” – is set in the hills to the south-west of the Auld Grey Toon and offers glorious panoramic views over St Andrews and the bay.

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Neil Coulson, the St Andrews Links Trust’s chief executive, said: “This would be an exciting opportunity to expand the range of exceptional golfing experiences we offer.

“The addition of The Duke’s Course to our portfolio would increase tee time availability for our ticket holders and visitors while continuing to uphold the traditions and excellence synonymous with St Andrews.

“We have a strong and long-standing relationship with the Old Course Hotel Golf Resort & Spa as our close neighbours in St Andrews and as positive talks continue, we hope to be able to announce more details soon.”

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Alex Perry – News Editor

Alex has been in the golf industry since 2007 and has helped shape a number of publications in that time. He joined Today’s Golfer in January 2025 to lead the brand’s news division.

He is a keen golfer who claims to play off 12 and enjoys traveling the world to try new courses. His three favorites are Royal North Devon, the Old Course at St Andrews, and Royal Portrush – with special mentions for Okehampton and Bude & North Cornwall, where he first fell in love with the game.