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Newly revamped thanks to a rerouting that has taken four holes from the Kittocks course and replaced tees and bunkers. The 16th and 17th are highlights that make the most of their clifftop location.

In my opinion the Torrance Course at St Andrews Bay is the better of the two courses at the resort. 18 quality holes with the 10th being one of the best par 5's I've played. Some great views out into the North Sea and of St Andrews town as well. The Torrance Course at St Andrews Baywas in superb condition as you would expect from a 5 star resort. It looked new in places but with time this will turn into a must play links course.

The St Andrews Bay Torrance course is a good course in a great location. Overlooking the Bay and with great views back to St Andrews it is very scenic. I would say it is not as tough or as good as the Devlin and the back nine in particular is a bit packed in. The greens are excellent though at any time of the year and there are several excellent holes such as 14 and 17. Worth playing but not too often.

Where do I start? Driving up to the Fairmont St Andrews Resort was very impressive. The facilities were excellent and it was a nice touch getting a basket of balls for the range before our round. We paid £120 per pair (using 2for1 vouchers) and to be honest it was not good value for money. If you like the whole golfing experience i.e. breakfast, lunch and dinner then you may enjoy the clubhouse. However, we are all keen golfers and I was bitterly disappointed in the condition of the Torrance course. It was bare, the rough was rugged and clay based not what you would expect on a links course. If you were unfortunate enough to go over the dune, you found yourself on a building site where playing out was hazardous to the long term health of your wrists. Too dear, too new and too American. If you come to Scotland to play golf at least play a 'traditional' Scottish course.