The R&a World Golf Museum

Very nice place, interesting exhibits from the history of golf. Modern halls, friendly staff. Good expierence.

I was in the shop yesterday and was shocked at how the manager treated a group of respectful schoolchildren and their teacher in the giftshop. She was irrationally rude, so I turned right around before I forked over any money in that establishment.

Never experienced such rudeness as was displayed by the thoroughly unpleasant shop manager (Jeanette) The 3 other till staff were kind and patient with our group of school children while she screamed at them and snatched items out of their hands accusing them of stealing despite the fact they had till receipts confirming proof of purchase. She then aggressively refused a 10 year old child access to the toilet saying we were not customers despite the fact that all children were excited to be in the shop and intended to buy souvenirs and not just look around. She informed us “there were plenty of other shops in town”. Absolutely appalling attitude after we have been met with nothing but kindness everywhere in Saint Andrew’s. The golf driving range complimented our children on their exemplary behavior. There is a lovely, friendlier shop just round the corner called the old course shop where we were made most welcome and they found a toilet for Manon. I have been a teacher for almost 20 years and can honestly say I have never experienced rudeness like it- would advise others to avoid at all costs as there are indeed ‘plenty of other places in town’ where the managers treat customers with courtesy regardless of their age.

Good place to visit if you are into golf history and have some extra time.

Very interesting, informative and definitely a must see! Really great beginnings of golf and golfers personal items on display. See photos.