Swilcan Bridge
A 700-year-old small stone bridge spanning the 1st and 18th holes of the Old Course, where golf legends have said farewell at the Open. A must-photograph spot.
This small stone arch bridge crosses the Swilcan Burn, with the clubhouse of the R&A, the Royal and Ancient Golf Club, in the background. It is arguably the most famous image in golf. Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods and others have waved farewell to the Open from this bridge. On Sundays, when the course is closed, you can walk onto the bridge and take photos. On other days, shoot from outside the fairway and watch out for incoming shots.
Opening hours
Sundays open for walking on the bridge; weekdays view from outside
Nearby sights
- Old Course, St Andrews
- R&A World Golf Museum
- St Andrews Aquarium
- West Port
- St Andrews Botanic Garden
- St Salvator's Quad & Chapel
- St Mary's College Quad
- West Sands