The 155th British Open - St Andrews 2027

The Open is Coming to St Andrews in 2027 - Is Your Business Ready?

With ballot applicants now receiving confirmation of tickets for The Open at St Andrews from 11-18 July 2027, many visitors will be starting to plan their accommodation and travel arrangements.

For accommodation providers across Fife, now is the time to prepare:

Review your availability and pricing for July 2027
Ensure booking systems and online calendars are up to date
STL properties as part of license conditions must display their STL number on all marketing
Make it easy for visitors to find you by updating your listings on accommodation booking platforms and the Welcome to Fife website
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Consider minimum stay and deposit requirements carefully and communicate them clearly. Remembering people may not get tickets for the full week and just single days
Highlight local attractions, food and drink experiences, and nearby visitor information for guests

Help visitors understand how easy it is to stay across Fife and travel to The Open. Many guests may assume they need to stay in St Andrews, but accommodation is available throughout the Kingdom with excellent transport links:

By Train: Leuchars Station, just 6 miles from St Andrews, is served by regular ScotRail and LNER services, with onward bus and shuttle connections.

By Bus: Frequent services connect St Andrews with towns including Glenrothes, Kirkcaldy, Dunfermline, Cupar and the East Neuk.

By Car: Visitors can stay in locations across Fife and travel to designated event parking and park-and-ride facilities.

Typical travel times to St Andrews:

• Cupar - 15 minutes

• East Neuk villages - 20-35 minutes

• Glenrothes - 30 minutes

• Kirkcaldy - 40 minutes

• Dunfermline - 50 minutes

• North Queensferry - 60 minutes

The Open attracts visitors from around the world, and many will be looking beyond St Andrews for accommodation. By showcasing accessibility, transport options and the unique experiences available across Fife, businesses can help visitors discover all that the region has to offer.