The r&a world golf museum
Heritage
The R&A Foundation shapes history, culture and values.
The story of golf began in St Andrews but today it lives in everyone who plays and appreciates it.As new chapters are written and new heroes are crowned, by remembering the people who built our game and celebrating the values that underpin it, The R&A Foundation inspires those who will carry it forwards.With your support, we ensure that golf’s story never ends.
Golf Memories
The R&A Foundation has supported the growth of a programme that helps combat memory loss and overcome loneliness throughout Scotland.Golf Memories takes artefacts and memorabilia from the R&A World Golf Museum and places them directly in the hands of the community to facilitate reminiscence and connection through sharing stories about our game.
Info and hours
R&A World Golf Museum, St Andrews, Fife , ST andrews, Great Britain
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monday
09:30 - 17:00
tuesday
09:30 - 17:00
wednesday
09:30 - 17:00
thursday
09:30 - 17:00
friday
09:30 - 17:00
saturday
09:30 - 17:00
sunday
10:00 - 17:00
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The R&A World Golf Museum in St Andrews is open to visitors all year round.
Beginning as a cabinet of curiosities in the 1800s and known as the British Golf Museum for the past 30 years, it then entered a new era in 2021 as The R&A World Golf Museum.
Situated opposite The Royal and Ancient Clubhouse, visitors can explore the rich history of golf from its very beginnings up until the modern day. It boasts one of the largest collections of golf memorabilia in the world, as well as fascinating galleries documenting the evolution of golf.Through the work of the Museum the Alastair J Johnston Library – representing the world’s largest, most comprehensive collection of golf literature – will be established in St Andrews.Gifted to The R&A by the renowned golf book collector and IMG vice-chairman, Alastair Johnston has amassed nearly 30,000 volumes since he first started collecting golf books during an internship at IMG in 1969.
“Our goal when developing The R&A World Golf Museum was to re-imagine the golf heritage experience; making it appealing to established golf fans whilst attracting and educating those new to the sport.”
Angela Howe
Director – Mu
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About
The R&A World Golf Museum offers immersive galleries that bring the past, present and future of golf to life around you. Thousands of captivating objects, celebrating over 400 years of play on the links, inspire fascinating stories of the game and its personalities.
In 2024, we proudly welcomed visitors from over 100 countries, a testament to the sport's global appeal. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the game, there’s something here for everyone.
Our self-guided galleries allow visitors to enjoy the Museum at their own pace; by booking in advance, we can also offer guided tours subject to availability. Discounted admission rates are available for groups and can be booked via our website.
Our retail shop is the perfect place for visitors to purchase their St Andrews souvenirs, offering an extensive selection of products and gift ideas to suit all tastes and budgets, including The Open, AIG Women’s Open, Senior Open, and Walker Cup merchandise.
Situated above the Museum is The Niblick Restaurant and Bar. The restaurant sources the very finest local produce and offers dishes for all the family to savour while enjoying stunning panoramic views