Golf tourism awards head to St Andrews for 2027

The event will take place at the world-renowned Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa on Thursday, March 2027.

Created to recognise the businesses, venues, teams and individuals who help make Scotland the world's most sought-after golf destination, the awards shine a spotlight on those delivering exceptional experiences for golfers from across the globe.

Entries are now open for businesses looking to enter the 2027 awards.

From iconic championship venues and family-run hotels to tourism operators, visitor attractions and the teams working behind the scenes, the Scottish Golf Tourism Awards acknowledge the collective effort that helps maintain Scotland's reputation as the world's premier golf travel destination.

The awards provide a valuable platform for businesses to showcase their achievements, celebrate their people and benchmark themselves against the very best the industry has to offer.

For entrants, the awards offer an opportunity to reflect on success, highlight innovation and gain valuable exposure among industry peers and customers alike. Finalists benefit from increased profile and recognition across the sector, while winners earn the highest accolade available within Scottish golf tourism, cementing their place among the industry's leading performers.

2027 welcomes a new category to the line up, Best Team in Golf Tourism, which will be awarded to the team that has made an outstanding contribution to the visitor experience over the past year, going above and beyond to provide memorable experiences.

The award categories are as follows: Best Hotel – 3 Star or Equivalent, Best Hotel – 4 Star or Equivalent, Best Hotel – 5 Star or Equivalent, Best Exclusive Use or Self-Catering Venue, Best Municipal or Community Owned Golf Course sponsored by bunkered, Best 9-Hole Course, Best Course Under £100, Best Course £100 - £200, Best Course £200 and Over sponsored by Luxe Scot, Best Clubhouse, Best Pro Shop, Best Golf Marketing / Social Media Campaign, Best Sustainability Project, Best Off The Course Experience, Best Team in Golf Tourism and Best Tour Operator.

Entries are now open, and can be completed by visiting https://uk.eventsforce.net/44rgzb/22/home.