Swilcan Package – Applying for Old Course at St. Andrews Tee Times
Golf and the Good Life - Your Guide for Golf Trips Across the PondShow Notes
The Swilcan Package is one of the four key ways to land a tee time on The Old Course at St. Andrews.
In this timely episode, DJ and Connor walk through how the application works, why the odds—though long—are still worth a shot, and what to know before you apply.
As the 2026 window opens, it’s a useful listen for this year and future trips alike.
Additional Resources
Send Us Your Old Course at St. Andrews Story
Apply for the Swilcan Package
The Complete Guide to Old Course at St. Andrews Tee Times
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