4th April, 2026

From windswept beach walks to candlelit corners overlooking the Links, St Andrews is a place made for romance. And for couples choosing the Old Course Hotel as the setting for one of life’s most meaningful moments, our dedicated events team can help ensure that popping the question goes off without a hitch.

For Laura Russell, senior events manager at the Old Course Hotel, helping guests plan proposals is a natural extension of what the hotel does best: creating moments that feel personal, thoughtful and effortlessly memorable.

“People often choose us because they already have a relationship with the hotel,” Laura explains. “They’ve stayed here for Christmas, for special occasions or simply because it feels familiar. There’s comfort in that – and comfort matters when you’re about to ask one of the biggest questions of your life.”

What sets proposals at the Old Course Hotel apart is the level of personalisation. Some people arrive with a clear vision, while others simply let the team know they’re planning to propose and ask for guidance. From there, the events and front‑office teams quietly work behind the scenes to ensure that everything unfolds seamlessly – whether that means arranging flowers, coordinating music or simply making sure the timing feels right.

“We can help as much or as little as they want,” Laura says. “Sometimes it’s about creating a private moment and giving them space. Other times, it’s about bringing something special to life.”

Over the years, the team has helped plan proposals from the beautifully simple to the wonderfully elaborate. One particularly memorable moment took place in the hotel’s Library, where a guest arranged exclusive use of the space, complete with a guitarist and surprise photographers. The couple later returned to celebrate their wedding at the hotel.

Another guest transformed the Penthouse into a floral wonderland, with flowers lining the staircase and filling the suite – a dramatic surprise that reflected the couple’s style perfectly. And sometimes, the most heartfelt moments happen unexpectedly: after dinner in the bar, with a favourite song playing softly in the background.

The hotel has no shortage of romantic settings, from tucked‑away corners to dramatic spots with sweeping views, like the Deck. But our coastal location also offers guests plenty of scenic spots to propose outdoors – on West Sands Beach, perhaps, or along the coastal paths. Afterwards, they can return to the hotel to celebrate, with champagne, flowers or a thoughtful turn‑down adding an extra layer of magic.

Unsurprisingly, many couples who proposed at the hotel return later, too. Some come back to celebrate anniversaries; others go on to plan weddings with the same team who helped create their engagement story.

“It’s all about helping people feel looked after,” Laura says. “If we can take a little bit of the pressure away and help create a moment they’ll remember forever, then we’ve done our job.”