St. Andrews

Last Wednesday Matt and I joined the rest of the family on a day trip to St. Andrews! We saw the famous golf course, the Swilken bridge, and where William and Kate lived during their time studying at the university. Our tour guide actually went to St. Andrews himself and knew everything there is to know about the area. We ate lunch at the Jigger Inn, where I ate the best fish and chips I've ever had in my life! They were seriously amazing. Although it was windy and a bit cold, we had some blue sky and it didn't rain. I didn't know how much history St. Andrews had as a pilgrimage site during medieval times, nor was I aware of how many key events surrounding the Protestant Reformation took place there!

This seaside castle was lived in by King James I of Scotland and was the birthplace of James III of Scotland.

It is said that St. Andrew, the brother of the apostle Peter is buried underneath this ruined cathedral. 

My dad was pretty excited about getting to see the Old Course. Apparently, Mary Queen of Scots liked to play here (much to the dismay of her male advisors)! Being here (and seeing all of the cute golf outfits in the shops) made me wish I had any interest in golf whatsoever...