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THE MOST LEGENDARYCHRISTMAS OF ALL

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WELCOMEOUR WINTER SEASON – WITH CHRISTMAS AND HOGMANAYCELEBRATIONS – IS ALWAYS A VERY SPECIAL TIME.

We have a fabulous programme of events for the festive season, including food and drink experiences to enjoy whether you are staying at the resort or visiting us for the day.

This brochure covers our countdown through November and the array of events we are running as part of the "Savour St Andrews" Food and Drink Festival, through to the magical delights of Christmas and our New Year celebrations. We hope you find something that tempts you - or perhaps a wonderful gift for a loved one.

If you have any questions whatsoever, please do not hesitate to contact us. We know how special Christmas and Hogmanay are - so if there is anything we can do to help with your plans to celebrate this year, please do get in touch.

CONTENTS25 HOGMANAY... CELEBRATE IN STYLE

27 BLACK TIE GALA BALL

29 EXCLUSIVE HOGMANAY CELEBRATION

30 HOGMANAY PACKAGES

32 HOGMANAY DINING

34 NEW YEAR'S DAY LUNCH

36 NEW YEAR JAZZ CARVERY

38 SEASONAL OFFERS

05 WINTER WARM UP

08 IT’S PARTY TIME

11 MAKE THE FESTIVITIES EXTRA FESTIVE

12 CHRISTMAS PARTY TREATS

15 FESTIVE FAYRE MENU

16 CHRISTMAS DAY DINING

21 OUR GOURMET CHRISTMAS

23 OUR FAMILY CHRISTMAS

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL TELEPHONE +44(0)1334 468 181 EMAIL [email protected]

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WINTER WARM UPIn November, we celebrate the countdown to St Andrew's Day with a calendar of activitiesto support the ‘Savour St Andrews' Food and Drink Festival.

It is the perfect warm up for our Christmas season – an array of foodie festivities, tempting tasters and delicious demonstrations involving the resort’s team of award-winning chefs.

FESTIVAL OF ‘STREET FOOD MARKET’Sunday 3th November | 12pm - 3pmThis ever-popular and unique event will showcase the very best of Scotland’s larder – a collaboration of award-winning chefs from across St Andrews working together to create a mouth-watering sampling of tastes from the chefs.

Entry is free of charge£5.00 per person to sample three dishes

Under 12s are free of charge and willinclude a ticket to sample three dishes

#FifeStreetFood

FESTIVAL DINNERThursday 28th November | 7pmIn association with ‘Savour St Andrews’, get a taste of what St Andrews has to offer with our festival dinner. The dinner brings together St Andrews’ most fabulous chefs for a six course culinary extravaganza.

A different chef from around St Andrews will serve each course – and, should you wish, you’ll evenbe able to watch the chefs preparing your foodvia screens dotted around the venue.

£75.00 per person

#FoodAndDrinkFestival

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BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL TELEPHONE +44(0)1334 468 181 EMAIL [email protected] BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL TELEPHONE +44(0)1334 468 181 EMAIL [email protected]

Spreading the Christmas cheer.

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No one does Christmas like the Old Course Hotel.

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IT’S PARTY TIME

Glad rags on.Get ready for the party

of the year.

Our Christmas parties serve up spectacular Five Red-Star festive fun! We’ve topped last year’s celebrations and added even more fabulous nights to our party line up. So whatever your festive fancy, simply choose your party and your date, and we will take care of the rest!

LET YOUR HAIR DOWN IN STYLEIt’s the party of the year - Christmas party nights are available on

Friday 6th and Saturday 7th DecemberFriday 13th and Saturday 14th DecemberFriday 20th and Saturday 21st December

Choose from our Winter Wonderland party night - an absolute must for the office festive shindig or our Black Tie party night - look the part in your sharpest black tie suit and most glamorous dress.

For every party night, on arrival you’ll receive a glass of prosecco, along with half a bottle of wine and two further complimentary drinks throughout the night (prosecco, beer or wine) – not to mention entertainment, to help you celebrate your party night.

All party nights are £65.00 per person


CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS MENUA wonderful evening of festive entertainment and exquisite food awaits.

STARTERS MAINSRoast Parsnip Soup Smoked pancetta and chestnuts

Smoked Trout Cucumber textures and sea kelp meringues

Ham Hock and Sage Terrine Cranberry and apricot chutney

Roast Turkey Chestnut stuffing, chipolatas, honey-glazed root vegetables and roast potatoes

Salmon Fillet Dill crushed potatoes, green beans, caperberry hollandaise

Butternut Squash andSpinach StrudelRoast piquillo peppers andherb oil

DESSERTSWarm Almond and Star Anise TartChristmas pudding ice-cream

Panacotta Poached pear, amaretti crumble, mulled wine syrup

Baileys Chocolate Cheesecake White chocolate sorbet,chocolate shavings

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I wish some nights lasted forever.

MAKE THE FESTIVITIESEXTRA FESTIVEOur Boardroom on the fourth floor provides a unique private dining experience fora small group of family or friends to enjoy our festive Road Hole Restaurant menu.

Set for just 8-16 guests, the Boardroom is a beautifully appointed space with exceptionalviews across the Old Course. Our private dining experience is a never-to-be forgotten Christmas in the home of golf.Includes food, room hire and champagne reception.

£75.00 per person – includes glass of fizz on arrival, followed by a three course menu


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We believe everyone deserves a wee treat, especially at Christmas. So we have lined up some terrifically tempting treats to help make your time at the resortoh-so-ho-so special!

Oh go on, I deserve it.

CHRISTMASPARTY TREATS

GET YOUR PARTYIN THE SWINGIf the weather’s fine, enjoy nine holes on our Championship Golf Course – The Duke’s, including coffee and bacon rolls on arrival. If the weather outside is frightful, then come in out of the cold and our professionals will put you through a swing masterclass in our state of the art indoor swing studio golf simulator.

From £40.00 per person

WHISKY TASTING EXPERIENCEJoin us for a never-to-be forgotten Whisky Tasting Experience.

£25.00 per person

COCKTAIL MASTERCLASSESA Masterclass with a twist, come and learn how to make some exciting cocktails

£15.00 per person for 3 cocktailsEvery second Friday in Sands Restaurant from 5.30pm

SWEET DREAMS,SO WHY GO HOME?You’ve had an incredible night,so why not enjoy all the lavish luxury of a Five Red-Star night in our hotel with a full Scottish breakfast served in our 3 AA rosette-awarded Road Hole Restaurant, overlooking the Old Course and West Sands Beach.


GLAM AND GO Enjoy prosecco and canapés onarrival and have your party make-upapplied using Delilah cosmetics,along with a manicure and pedicure. Guests can also usethe Kohler Waters Spa on-site.

£175.00 per person


Buy a gift card by [email protected]

BUY A GIFT CARDMake this experience an exclusivegift with a personalised message.

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A bold approach to festive dining.FESTIVE FAYRE MENUIn the countdown to Christmas, we have a wonderful festive menu created to help celebrate this magical time of year.

Hosted at the Hams Hame Pub & Grill, this is the perfect location to enjoy our Festive Fayre Menu.So whether it is a family get together, a company lunch or a society celebration, our menuwill hit the spot!

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HAMS HAME PUB & GRILL FESTIVE FAYRE MENU£30.00 per person for three courses

STARTERSSoup of the DayServed with bloomer bread

Sweet Potato and Puy Lentil Salad Roast sweet potato, puy lentils, beetroot and feta cheese

Haggis Croquettes Haggis croquette, bacon and beer jam, rocket salad

MAINSTraditional Christmas Turkey Turkey breast, stuffing, roast root vegetables, duck fat potatoes and gravy

Goat's Cheese andPolenta Cake Goat's cheese, roasted polenta, new season potatoes, shallots and rocket salad

Pan-Seared Sea Bass Sauteed potatoes, mussels and tomato beurre blanc

DESSERTSChristmas Pudding Brandy anglaise andorange butter

Dark Chocolate Brownie Chocolate brownie, raspberries, chocolate ice-cream

Eton Mess Sundae Chantilly cream, berry compote, meringue, chocolate sauce

Five unique dining experiences available to guests and visitors.


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CHRISTMAS DAY DININGOur Christmas Day Lunches prove ever more popular with each passing year. Come and enjoy Christmas Lunch at the resort – leave all the hard work at home and choose from two distinctly different yet decidedly delicious dining options...

CHRISTMAS DAY IN THE ROAD HOLE RESTAURANTOur 3 AA rosette-awarded restaurant is ‘the’ place to be on Christmas Day. With unparalleled panoramic views across the links to West Sands Beach, it’s a view unlike any other and a dining experience beyond compare.


ROAD HOLE RESTAURANT CHRISTMAS DAY MENUWednesday 25th December | 12.30pm - 3.00pm£135.00 per person for three courses

Glass of champagne, canapes served at the tableON ARRIVAL

STARTERSKing Prawn and Crab CocktailLemon caviar, baby gem, sourdough

Spiced Cauliflower Veloute Harissa oil, toasted almonds

Smoked Duck BreastFoie gras, confit leg presse, medjool date, clementine, radicchio

Roulade of Beetroot Goat’s cheese cream, rye crumble, pecan, apple

MAINSTraditional Roast Turkey Braised leg beignet, chestnut stuffing, root vegetables, Brussels Sprouts, roast potatoes

Pan-Roasted Loch Awe Sea Trout Potato gnocchi, Jerusalem artichokes, wild mushrooms, parsnip puree

Black Isle Beef Fillet Truffled polenta, spiced carrot puree, kale, and red wine jus

Ricotta & Spinach Cannelloni Tomato concasse, pine nuts, basil pesto

DESSERTSTraditional Plum Pudding Cointreau sabayon, marmalade ice-cream

Poached Pear Butterscotch sauce, clotted cream ice-cream and lavender shortbread

Selection of Scottish Cheeses Stornoway oatcakes and homemade chutney

Chocolate Delice Pistachio brulee and marzipan ice-cream

Coffee and Petit Fours

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CHRISTMAS DAY INSANDS RESTAURANTOur fabulous AA rosette-awarded Sands Restaurant has a wonderfully warm atmosphereand serves fabulous food – and Christmas Daywill be no exception.

SANDS RESTAURANT CHRISTMAS DAY MENUWednesday 25th December | 12.30pm - 3.00pm£90.00 per person for three courses

Glass of ChampagneON ARRIVAL

STARTERSSalmon BallontineGrain mustard dressing, fine bean andartichoke salad

Game Terrine Port and redcurrant dressing

Tomato and Vegetable BrothHerb croutons

Carpaccio of Beetroot Crumbled goat's cheese, toasted seeds, rocket and balsamic dressing

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DESSERTS

Roast Turkey with all the Trimmings Roast potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, carrots,parsnips and cranberry sauce

Christmas Pudding Brandy creme anglaise,orange clotted cream

Breast of Duck Rosti potato, caramelised apple,wild mushrooms and spinach

Lemon Mousse Raspberries, raspberry rippleice-cream

North Atlantic Halibut Soft shell crab, pak choi, grilled fennel, and shellfish broth

Selected Cheeses Chutney, Peters Yard crackers

Coffee and Petit Fours

Butternut Squash RavioliRocket, shaved parmesan




Dark Chocolate Tart Praline ice-cream, chocolate soil

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OUR GOURMET CHRISTMASCome and indulge in two nights of Five Red-Star luxury this Christmas!

Arrive on Christmas Eve to enjoy mulled wine and mince pies

Christmas Eve Dinner in our AA rosette-awarded Sands Restaurant

Christmas Day Lunch in our 3 AA rosette-awarded Road Hole Restaurant with a pre-lunch glass of bubbly and canapés

Christmas Day Evening – choose from a carvery in our spectacular Ballroom or a 3-course menu in the Road Hole Restaurant

Full Scottish breakfast each day

Full access to Kohler Waters Spa and Leisure and Fitness Centre

£950.00 per room based on two adults sharing, £840.00 single occupancy

We’re just making the final touches for you now.

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We have an excellent Sommelier at the resort who is always on hand to match the perfect wine with your meal. You only need to ask.

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Wonder awaits.

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OUR FAMILY CHRISTMASWe’re making a list and checking it twice – and we want to make sure we’ve thought of everything to ensure you have the perfect Christmas break.

Arrive on Christmas Eve to mulled wine and mince pies

Christmas Eve Dinner in our 3 AA rosette-awarded Road Hole Restaurant

Christmas Day Lunch in our AA rosette-awarded Sands Restaurantwith a pre-lunch glass of bubbly

Christmas Day Evening – choose from a carvery in our spectacular Ballroom or a 3-course menu in the Road Hole Restaurant

Full Scottish breakfast each day

Full access to Kohler Waters Spa and Leisure and Fitness Centre, with children’s splash time 10am-5pm in our leisure pool

Two night package from £900.00 per room based on two adults sharing, plus £295.00 per child sharing, £790.00 for single occupancy


TWIXMAS BREAKS26th - 30th December 2019

Overnight accommodation including full Scottish breakfast

Three course menu in our Road Hole Restaurant

Full access to Kohler Waters Spa and Leisure and Fitness Centre, with children’s splash time 10am-5pm in our leisure pool

One night stay from £295.00 per room based on two adults sharing

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Hogmanay in St Andrews. There is literally no finer place to be when the bells strike and the fireworks fill the skyabove West Sands Beach. Miss this, miss out on celebratingthe true spirit of New Year in Scotland.

The only place you need to be this Hogmanay.

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BLACK TIE GALA BALLHOGMANAY GALA BALL DINNER MENU

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On Tuesday 31st December, join the Old Course Hotel for our Hogmanay Black Tie Gala Ball.

Arrive at 7pm for a glass of fizz and canapes

Six course dinner

A live band will perform traditional Scottish music and pop songs on the lead up to The Bells at midnight

After The Bells, a piper will lead you outside to watch the fireworks display

Dance the night away as a live band continue to play

£225.00 per person


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MAINTournedos of Scotch Beef FilletShallot, herb and foie gras crust, Anna potatoes, kale, Chantenay carrots and bordelaise sauce

PRE-DESSERTMandarin SorbetCointreau macerated mandarin

DESSERTChocolate FondantRaspberry gel, granola, mixed berry jelly, Fife raspberry sorbet

AMUSEGoat’s Cheese PanacottaChilli jam and oatmeal crostini

STARTERVenison CarpaccioOrange and juniper gel, radicchio, celeriac and walnut salad

INTERMEDIATENorth Atlantic HalibutLangoustine bearnaise, fricassee of leek and morels

VEGETARIAN/VEGAN MENU

AMUSEGoat’s Cheese PanacottaChilli jam and oatmeal crostini

STARTERTextures of BeetrootGolden beetroot, candied beetroot, fennel caponata, toasted seeds

INTERMEDIATESpiced Cauliflower SoupHarissa oil, toasted almonds

PRE-DESSERTMandarin SorbetCointreau macerated mandarin

DESSERTChocolate FondantRaspberry gel, granola, mixed berry jelly, Fife raspberry sorbet

MAINBaked Spiced Aubergine Red pepper jam, pomegranate seeds

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EXCLUSIVE HOGMANAY CELEBRATION

HAMS HAME RESTAURANTSpace for 40 guestsThe beautiful wood panelled restaurant ‘neath thestunning Hamilton Grand residency provides afabulous party venue for up to 40 guests at Hogmanay.Talk with one of the events team about booking.Package includes venue hire and your meal.All drinks are an additional price.

FIREWORKS AT MIDNIGHTJoin us with the whole family on the fourth floor to ring in the New Year at The Bells with a glittering fireworks display. Please note – spaces are limited and guestsare advised to take places early to enjoy the display. Guests booking our Hogmanay Dining packageswill be given priority.

THE BOARDROOMSpace for 16 guestsEnjoy the Road Hole Restaurant’s Hogmanay menu with your family and friends in this unique space, high on the fourth floor of the hotel. There’s no experience like it – and you will have the best viewin town of the fireworks at midnight. Package includes venue hire and your meal.All drinks are an additional price.

JIGGER INNSpace for 36 guestsFancy your own pub at Hogmanay? Then why not hire our Jigger Inn! The world’s most famous 19th hole is available this Hogmanay – make the pub your own unique venue for the New Year celebrations.At midnight, step outside into your own beer garden to witness the stunning fireworks overhead. Package includes venue hire and your meal.All drinks are an additional price.

A joyous end to 2019.A joyous beginning to 2020.

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HOME FOR HOGMANAYFAMILY HOGMANAYArrive on New Year’s Eve to a glass of champagne or spiced apple juice and canapes Enjoy our fabulous Black Tie Gala Ball

Fireworks display at The Bells Dinner in the Road Hole Restaurant on New Year’s Day Full Scottish breakfast each day Full access to Kohler Waters Spa and Leisure and Fitness Centre

Two night package from £1,180 per room based on two adults sharing,£1,070 for single occupancy

Arrive on New Year’s Eve to a glass of Champagne or spiced apple juice and canapes Dinner in our AA-Rosette-awarded Sands Restaurant

Fireworks display at The Bells Carvery dinner including a half-bottle of wine on New Year’s Day in our stunning Ballroom Full Scottish breakfast each morning Full access to Kohler Waters Spa and Leisure and Fitness Centre, with children’s splash time 10am-5pm in our leisure pool

Two night package from £880 per room based on two adults sharing, plus £240 per child sharing, £770 for single occupancy

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No finer place to be, right here, right now.

ROAD HOLE RESTAURANTNEW YEAR’S EVE A LA CARTE MENUTuesday 31st December | 7pm - 9.30pm

Enjoy a celebration of some of the country’s finest produce, as created by our teamof award-winning chefs.

HOGMANAY DINING

STARTERSHand-Dived ScallopsMiso glazed chicken wing, wasabi emulsion, peanut, pickled sweetcorn

Cullen Skink VelouteSmoked haddock, confit shallot, pickled mustard seed

Woodland PigeonArtichoke and truffle puree, tasting of beets and red wine reduction

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DESSERTS

Black Isle Beef FilletCurried oxtail parcel, cauliflower puree, roscoff onion, red wine salsify

Manjari Chocolate TartOrange curd, marmalade, pecan ice-cream

Atlantic Cod Persillade noisette, mussels, morteau sausage, charred leek

Coffee SouffleWhisky ice-cream, macaron, dulcey ganache

Border’s Venison LoinCarrot Dauphinoise, purple sprouting broc coli, sprout leaves and juniper jus

Praline ParfaitPain d'epices, pear sorbet


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And so it begins.A time to recharge and relax.

A real tradition at the resort – our New Year’s Day Lunch in our 3 AA rosette-awarded Road Hole Restaurant. Simply the perfect way to start your New Year – fabulous food served in a relaxed atmosphere with stunning views across the Old Course links.

NEW YEAR’S DAY LUNCH

ROAD HOLE RESTAURANT NEW YEAR’S DAY MENU Wednesday 1st January 2020 | 12.30pm - 3pm£50.00 per person

STARTERSSoup Roast butternut squash soup with toasted pumpkin seeds

Build your own salad Heritage tomato with mozzarella, rocket and balsamic dressing – cucumber and dill – coleslaw, potato salad – mixed garden salad

Scottish Seafood Platter Poached, cured, and smoked salmon with lemons,capers and creme fraiche

Smoked and Cured Meats Iberian hams and charcuterie, melons, olives and grilled vegetables, chutneys, mustard, fruits

Roasted Leg of Lamb Braised potatoes, root vegetables, Rosemary and red wine jus

Celeriac, Thyme and Potato Torte With Dunsyre blue cheese

Braised Beef Cheek Mousseline potatoes, bourguinon garnish

Loch Duart Salmon Braised fennel, roast courgettes, sun-blushed tomatoes, basil and tomato sauce

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DESSERTSMincemeat Strudel Star anise anglaise

Lemon Tart Crystallised lemon, pistachio crumb, shortbread wafer

Chocolate Cake with OrangeWhisky mousse

Valrhona Caramel Mousse Roasted hazelnut, creme de bananas and Chantilly cream

Selected Scottish Cheeses Oatcakes, chutney, grapes


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A glass of fizz on arrivalEnjoy a delicious selection of starters from our chefs table, followed by your choice of main and dessert served at your table

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Lunch...and jazz ifwe could beso bold.

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NEW YEAR JAZZ CARVERYEnjoy a wonderful New Year’s Carvery at The Duke’s. You’ll be able to dine whilst listening to a live jazz band and take in the magnificent views from St Andrews’ ultimate vantage point.

THE DUKE’S NEW YEAR’S DAY CARVERYWednesday 1st January 2020 | 12.30pm - 2pm£36.50 per person

ON ARRIVALWelcome Glass of Prosecco

STARTERSSweet Potato, Coconut and Chilli Soup

Selection of Cured Meats,Terrines and Seafood Platters

MAINS

DESSERTS

Roast Strip Loin of Beef

Goat's Curd and Wild Mushroom Gnocchi

Apple and Cranberry Crumble Sticky Toffee Pudding

Maple-Glazed Ham

Roast potatoes, boiled potatoes, roasted root veg, buttered greens, ‘yorkies’, mustard jus and red wine jus

White Chocolate and Raspberry Mousse

Selection of Cheeses


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ST ANDREWS HEART.FEISTY HEATHLAND SPIRIT.PLAY THE DUKE’SThe finest heathland course in the Kingdom of Fife, The Duke’s course is no pushover to play. But the real treasure to be discovered is the most spectacular views for miles around.

Why not warm up, have a golf lesson or attend a swing masterclass in our state of the art indoor swing studio at the Old Course Hotel.


FESTIVE RENTALS AT HAMILTON GRANDImagine waking up on Christmas morning to look out of your window and see the carpet like greens of the Old Course (weather permitting of course).Your own elegant space, your own Christmastree, your own home in the home of golf.

Call for availability and pricing

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CLASSIC PACKAGE

1x 75MIN TREATMENT

1x COURSESPA CAFE

FULL USEFITNESS SUITE

£180 PER PERSON

ST ANDREWS KINGDOM OF FIFE

SCOTLAND KY16 9SP

+44(0) 1334 474 371

www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk

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FESTIVE BREAKS AND CELEBRATIONS THE MOST ......2 3 WELCOME OUR WINTER SEASON – WITH CHRISTMAS AND HOGMANAY CELEBRATIONS – IS ALWAYS A VERY SPECIAL TIME. We have a fabulous programme