Twitter is Not Happy With The Changes To the Swilcan Bridge

The birthplace of golf has stood the test of time for centuries. With documented rounds going as far back as 1552, the iconic Old Course is easily the most recognizable golf course in the world.

One major part of this course is the Swilcan Bridge.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Originally built over 700 years ago to help shepherds get their livestock from one side of the creek to the other, this 30-foot bridge is now a major part of every golfer’s dream trip.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Like anything that has stood the test of time, change is eventually going to come. Recently the iconic landmark has received a small addition. There has been a small garden patio added to the bridge.

Thoughts? pic.twitter.com/VgacNnlvd8

— National Club Golfer (@NCG_com) February 4, 2023

It’s done very well, and it looks like it had been there from the beginning, but we know it hasn’t. I just wonder why?  Why now? Why change it at all? I’m not sure how I feel about it right now.

I don’t hate it, but also, I’m not sure if I’m a fan. It’s safe to say these Twitter users are NOT fans of the addition:

That is hideous! Why ruin a landmark??

— Andy Wilson (@Andywilson2904) February 4, 2023

Absolute mess 👎👎

— Derek Davidson (@derekdavidson34) February 4, 2023

What really!!! No!!! pic.twitter.com/YskLzG49Iq

— DarrenScholesGolf (@dscholespga) February 4, 2023

Don’t like it – leave it alone – original shape

— Jeff (@jeff_regan10) February 4, 2023

Disrespectful to old traditions if you ask me.

— Ellis Reid (@Rustyboy1987) February 4, 2023

Horrendous. Why not just leave it?

— Gary Marshall (@Garymarshall_85) February 4, 2023

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— Kay Ross-Levy 🌸 (@KayRoss96) February 4, 2023

What are your thoughts?

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