Fairmont St Andrews Golf Courses

The Kittocks is a nine-hole course at Fairmont St Andrews, designed by Gene Sarazen and opened in 1989 as part of the resort's original golf offering. Sarazen, the American professional who won all four major championships during his career, created this short course late in his life as an accessible layout for players of varying abilities. The course sits on the clifftop property overlooking the North Sea, sharing the dramatic coastal setting with the resort's two championship courses, the Torrance and the Devlin. The layout plays to approximately 1,500 yards and serves primarily as a practice facility and introductory course for beginners, juniors, and families. The routing takes advantage of the property's natural contours and sea views, though the holes are relatively straightforward in design. The course provides an opportunity to play golf in St. Andrews without the length or difficulty of a full championship test, making it particularly popular with resort guests looking for a quick round or those working on specific aspects of their game. The Kittocks operates within the broader Fairmont resort complex, which includes hotel accommodations, dining facilities, and a spa. While the course does not host competitive events or carry the historical weight of St. Andrews' ancient links, it offers convenient access to golf in the home of the game. The name "Kittocks" refers to a local term for kittiwakes, the seabirds common along this stretch of the Fife coast.