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Your Open Experience
Welcome to The Open
We are delighted that The experience doesn’t end there We look forward to welcoming
however, with so much more to you to the Home of Golf. I know
you will be joining us enjoy in the Spectator Village. it will be a memorable Open.
at the 144TH playing of
Our focus is on ensuring you enjoy a
The Open. Golf’s oldest wonderful experience at The Open.
championship played Once again, our Wi-Fi network is
over the Old Course at available throughout our 20,000
public grandstand seats meaning
St Andrews is one of the you can access video highlights,
great occasions in world player information, live scoring and
commentary through The Open App
sport, with the Home of on your own tablets or handheld
Golf providing a unique devices from the comfort of your seat.
atmosphere.
You also still have time to enhance
your experience by upgrading your
Experience all the drama and purchase to one of the excellent
excitement as Champion Golfer of hospitality packages on offer, allowing Peter Unsworth
the Year, Rory McIlroy, defends his you to relax and take in golf’s greatest Chairman, The Open
title against our sport’s finest players. championship while enjoying fine
Scottish cuisine and hospitality.
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Open to all the world
In 1861, a year after on five continents and gives players the
opportunity to qualify at prestigious
Willie Park Sr won the events on the PGA Tour, the European
very first Open, the Tour, the PGA Tour of Australasia, the
Asian Tour, the Sunshine Tour and
members of Prestwick the Japan Golf Tour. The first event on
Golf Club confirmed that the road to St Andrews is the Emirates
the Championship “shall Australian Open and the Series then
moves around the world over several
be open to all the world.” months ahead of the Championship.
For over 150 years, the world’s best Hundreds of players will attempt to
players have faced the unrelenting secure places in The Open through
challenge of links golf in pursuit of the Regional and Final Qualifying in Great
title of Champion Golfer of the Year. Britain and Ireland before the action
culminates on the eve of The Open,
The Open is golf’s most international at the Aberdeen Asset Management
Major and the 2015 Open Qualifying Scottish Open and the John Deere
Series will offer 44 places in the 144TH Classic, where players will attempt to
Open at St Andrews. The Series clinch the last remaining places in the
comprises 14 events in nine countries field at the Home of Golf.
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Planning your journey
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Stay Informed Travelling by Road From the North From the West Using Park & Ride Car Parking
via the Tay Road Bridge via the Clackmannanshire Bridge
Traffic reports will be It is anticipated that given the high On the A92, continue to the Forgan Follow the A977 to Junction 6 Designated routes will lead to Weekly Car Park passes are available
broadcast on local and number of spectators attending Roundabout, then turn left on to of the M90. Continue north on Park & Ride facilities operating from at a cost of £60.00. Weekly passes
national radio; full details the 144TH Open at St Andrews, the A914/A919 to Guardbridge via the M90 to Junction 8, then take some Public Car Parks. These facilities are only available in advance from
the surrounding road network Leuchars and then join the A91 the A91 towards St Andrews and will reduce delays, allowing motorists TheOpen.com or The Open Ticket
of frequencies will be
will be busy. to the Public Car Parks. the Public Car Parks. to travel to and from the course on Office (01334 460010) and are
indicated on the designated dedicated buses provided. subject to availability.
routes. Further information To ensure the best possible flow From the North via Perth From the South
of traffic, Police Scotland is urging Exit the M90 at Junction 9. Take the Cross the Forth Road Bridge and Spectators are strongly encouraged Daily Public Car Parking, payable
relating to routes will also be
all motorists to use the designated A912 then A913 through Newburgh, follow the M90 to Junction 2A, to use the Park & Ride facilities to in advance or on arrival, will cost
published on TheOpen.com traffic routes, which will be clearly turning left on to the A92 and thereafter following the A92 to minimise disruption to local traffic £10.00 from Sunday 12 to Tuesday
To ensure you stay informed signed by the AA. Visitors and continue to the Forgan Roundabout. Glenrothes (Preston Roundabout), and ensure a swift transfer to and 14 July and £15.00 from Wednesday
and you are provided with spectators are advised to turn off Thereafter, turn right on to the A914/ A911/A915 through Leven and on from the 144TH Open. 15 to Sunday 19 July. Please note
the best possible experience, their satellite navigation systems A919 to Guardbridge via Leuchars towards the Public Car Parks. that when purchasing parking
download the Official Open and follow the appropriate signage. and then join the A91 to the Public at the Public Car Parks only cash
Car Parks. is accepted.
App at Apps.TheOpen.com
Please follow the AA signage to the Public Car Parks, Reserved Label Car
! Parks and Coach Parking. Those ignoring the identified routes are likely to
experience lengthy delays.
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Planning your journey
Inverness Aberdeen
Dundee
Coach Park Travelling by Rail Travel by Bicycle Accommodation
TAY ROAD
BRIDGE
A Coach Park is located near to the Perth
An all-inclusive ticket has been A designated Bicycle Park will be For information regarding hotel and
A91
course and drivers are advised to created to provide a convenient way located near to the course. Cyclists bed & breakfast accommodation,
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Public Train Station
follow the appropriate AA signage. A9
2 North
A9
to reach the 144TH Open. The ticket are encouraged to follow road plus information for those seeking
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JUNCTION 9
3 provides train travel to Leuchars plus signage to Purple Car Parks and private accommodation by way
Daily Coach Parking, payable on
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A91 A9
Public
South a bus link to the course. then follow the appropriate signage. of renting houses, please go
arrival only, is available at a cost A91 Cupar
Please note that bicycles are not to TheOpen.com or email
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M9
A91
of £40.00.
An enhanced rail service will also be allowed into The Open and are left enquiries@StayatTheOpen.com
Please note that when purchasing JUNCTION 8 A9
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provided. For more details please at the Bicycle Park at owners’ risk.
parking at the Coach Park only cash FROM
refer to TheOpen.com
A915
STIRLING
A91
is accepted. A977
Glenrothes
A911
Leven
M90
A92
Travelling by Air
A92
St Andrews is served by Dundee
Spectators with Disabilities Cowdenbeath Kirkcaldy
Airport (15 miles), Edinburgh
Spectators with mobility impairments
Dunfermline JUNCTION 2A Airport (48 miles), Glasgow Airport
who intend to purchase tickets in
(82 miles) and Aberdeen Airport
advance or on the day at the gates are
Inverkeithing (83 miles). For details regarding
advised to telephone The Open Ticket FORTH ROAD
BRIDGE Helipad operations please refer
Office (01334 460000) for details on
to TheOpen.com
access and Car Parking arrangements. M9 A90
M9
Glasgow Edinburgh
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Planning your day
Gate Times Hours of Play
Approximate daily opening times: Daily tee times are as follows:
DAY DATE GATE FIRST L AST
Sunday 12 July 9.00am
Players will be practising
Monday 13 July 7.00am throughout the day.
Information will be available
Tuesday 14 July 7.00am on TheOpen.com and on
Practice Starting Times boards.
Wednesday 15 July 7.00am
Thursday 16 July 6.00am 6.25am 4.06pm
Friday 17 July 6.00am 6.25am 4.06pm
Saturday 18 July 7.00am 9.00am* 3.00pm*
Sunday 19 July 7.00am 8.30am* 2.30pm*
* denotes approximate times
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Enhance your day
The Open Hospitality gives you and your guests the The One Under
perfect space in which to relax and savour fine food HO S P I TAL I T Y St Andrews’ first gastro pub,
The One Under is situated within
while soaking up the unique atmosphere of St Andrews. the Macdonald Rusacks Hotel.
Using the finest, freshest locally-
The Champions Club Hall of Champions sourced produce, the menu offers
The Champions Club represents a Located within The Old Course Hotel, a range of delicious dishes and fine
new vision for sporting hospitality, the Hall of Champions is the ideal wines. Packages include breakfast
enabling guests to soak up a festival- restaurant to enjoy the very best in and lunch, as well as complimentary
style atmosphere at The Open. sporting hospitality. wine, beer and soft drinks.
Located by the 16th hole, the club PACKAGES AVAILABLE FROM £399 (EXCL VAT)
The modern space will host guests,
boasts a private garden area with a
offering exquisite dining options and
giant outdoor screen showing the Rocca & The R Bar
a complimentary bar as well as full
action in an exclusive setting. Each venue offers wonderful
TV coverage of The Open throughout
views of the golf course from the
Guests can enjoy a light breakfast the day on a large screen.
renowned Macdonald Rusacks
on arrival and then canapés will PACKAGES AVAILABLE FROM £450 (EXCL VAT) Hotel. Start your day with breakfast
complement the buffet style lunch.
overlooking the Old Course and
Afternoon snacks are also served and
then later enjoy a 3-course lunch and
wine, beer and soft drinks are available
a relaxing afternoon tea as well as
throughout the day.
complimentary wine, beer and spirits.
PACKAGES AVAILABLE FROM £225 (EXCL VAT)
PACKAGES AVAILABLE FROM £549 (EXCL VAT)
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Enhance your day
The Road Hole Restaurant The Jigger Inn
The Road Hole Restaurant within Located alongside the world of golf’s
the Old Course Hotel has spectacular most iconic par four, the Old Course’s
views over the famous Old Course and Road Hole, The Jigger Inn is, without
the iconic Road Hole. Guests will also question, the game’s most famous 19th
have access to the fourth floor viewing hole. The Inn will be made available
deck which provides an alfresco for private hire for the entirety of
experience with panoramic views The Open and can accommodate
of the links. up to 60 guests per day.
PACKAGES AVAILABLE FROM £899 (EXCL VAT) PACKAGE PRICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Old Course Private Suites On-Course Private Chalets Why not enhance your day
The Old Course Hotel Private Close by the stunning backdrop of with one of our unique 5 star
Suites, overlooking the 17th fairway, the 16th hole and situated within the experiences? Even if you have
cater for 20, 40 or 50 guests and Hospitality Village, the Private Chalets already purchased your ticket
can be customised to your precise are ideal for businesses looking to it can be easily upgraded to
requirements. Join us for breakfast entertain groups of 30 or more and allow you to take advantage
and then retreat to your group’s own can be customised with corporate of additional hospitality.
private area throughout the day to branding. Guests will enjoy the very To browse through the packages
relax and indulge in the very best best in award-winning cuisine. visit TheOpen.com or chat with
Scottish hospitality. one of our guest services team
PACKAGE PRICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
on 0844 371 0883.
PACKAGE PRICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
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Bring your family Stay connected
Mobile Device and Apps
A complimentary Wi-Fi network,
providing access to The Open App,
will be available. The App will provide
the ultimate way to enjoy The Open,
as it happens, on the move. The
interactive course guide will allow you
to track your favourite golfers around
St Andrews, providing live scoring,
Kids go Free video highlights, and latest news.
Children under 16 years of age
on 11 July 2015 with pre-booked All versions of the App can be
downloaded via Apps.TheOpen.com
Junior tickets or accompanied by
a responsible adult who holds a
Mobile Device & Camera Policy
valid course admission ticket will
A strict policy will be in place
be admitted free of charge on all
to ensure play is not disrupted
Practice and Championship days.
in any way.
Full Terms & Conditions can be found All devices must be in SILENT
at TheOpen.com/Juniors mode at all times.
Still photography is not permitted
on Championship days.
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Grandstands Golf Museum Catering Facilities
Approximately 20,000 public seats Celebrating The Open returning to Enjoy a wide selection of food and
will be located around the course and the Home of Golf, this year’s ticket drink at one of our many licensed
at the Practice Ground and are free includes same-day admission to catering points both on the course
of charge to all spectators. A limited the world-class Golf Museum. The and within the Spectator Village.
number of reserved grandstand seats museum has recently been completely
at the 1st Tee and 17th Green can The Open Shop refurbished and is located behind Facilities for Spectators
be purchased in advance. A limited The Royal & Ancient Clubhouse. with Disabilities
Ralph Lauren, Official Outfitter to
number of free grandstand seats Viewing areas have been set aside
The Open, will present their RLX
are available at the 18th Green. Binoculars at a number of greens for those in
Golf, Polo Golf and Ralph Lauren
Nikon is a Patron of The Open and wheelchairs.
Golf ranges. Ahead will also feature
Large Screens a full range of binoculars is available
with clothing collections for men For further information on viewing
Keep up-to-date with all the action for hire from the Nikon Marquee in
and women and a wide selection areas, Car Parking and all other matters,
through one of the many electronic the Spectator Village.
of exclusively designed headwear. please go to TheOpen.com or contact
leaderboards situated around the The Open Ticket Office (01334 460000).
Outerwear, golf accessories and
course. Or relax and watch the day
children’s apparel will also all feature.
unfold on the large video screens
located in the Spectator Village area. Free bag drop, personalisation
stations, onward shipping and VAT
refund facilities are also available.
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HSBC Golf Zone The Open Swingzone Banking Service
Back for the fifth year in a row is A tireless team of expert PGA HSBC is one of the world’s largest
the hugely popular HSBC Golf professionals provide free golf banking and financial organisations.
Zone that gives all spectators the lessons all week at the highly popular As a Patron of The Open, HSBC
opportunity to test out their golf Swingzone. Come along early and will provide a full service branch
skills and the chance to win a host book a time to avoid disappointment. in the Spectator Village enabling
of daily prizes. spectators to access money, free
Glenmorangie House of charge, from ATMs.
The HSBC Golf Zone is free of charge Scotland’s favourite single malt
and welcomes all spectators.
Scotch whisky welcomes you to Additionally, Personal Advisers will
Glenmorangie House – discover the Autographs be on hand to discuss any business,
official Spirit of The Open with help To assist players and spectators, personal and foreign exchange
from our in-house whisky expert, or a specific autograph area will be requirements. HSBC Premier and
relax with a refreshing whisky cocktail designated and clearly signposted. HSBC Advance customers can enjoy
while catching up on the day’s action. complimentary refreshments in the
Left Luggage Facilities HSBC Premier Lounge located within
Champagne Bar There will be several complimentary the branch.
The Open is truly a celebration left luggage facilities located
Opening hours are 8.00am – 6.00pm
of golf and there is nowhere throughout the Spectator Village,
Sunday 12 – Sunday 19 July.
better to celebrate with friends operated on a first come, first served
and family than in the famous basis. Please note that security bag
Open Champagne Bar. searches may be in operation.
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Official Programmes Medical and First Aid
Programmes may be purchased from Full medical and first aid facilities
kiosks at The Open. In addition, they will be available at several points
will be available by post from Friday around the course and in the
10 July 2015. Spectator Village. Further facilities
will be available to purchase basic
Phone Freephone number 0808 100 7377 pharmaceutical supplies such as
with your credit or debit card details.
painkillers and sun cream.
Alternatively, you can order online from
TheOpen.com
The Environment Safety
We ask all guests when walking Remember to wear appropriate
MasterCard
the course to be mindful and footwear and clothing.
In the run-up to the Championship,
respectful of the rich and diverse
there will be chances to win Priceless Don’t forget your sunscreen
habitat they work hard to protect
experiences, privileged access and and your umbrella!
all year round.
unique offers courtesy of MasterCard. Please do not bring pets.
St Andrews Links Trust were the
To find out more go to Please do not bring stepladders
very first Open venue to achieve or similar.
TheOpen.com/mastercard and
be sure to visit the MasterCard Club the prestigious Golf Environment
in the Spectator Village. Organisation certification for
its sustainability commitments
and achievements.
23 24Keep in touch
has been the
Follow all the action in the build
up to The Open as players qualify
and earn their chance to become
Connect with The Open on our
social channels for the latest
results from The Open Qualifying
Series and all the news, photos,
videos and information about the venue for
144TH Open at St Andrews.
You can also register for email
a record
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updates at TheOpen.com or
download the official app at
Apps.TheOpen.com
TIM E S
25 26Future Venues
10-17 July 2016
16-23 July 2017
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