Carpets used during this year’s star-studded Alfred Dunhill Links Championship are now gracing the floors of St Andrews families.
Three trucks full of flooring used in temporary buildings were donated by organisers at the end of the four-day tournament.
The carpet was among a hoard of items given to the community after the world’s top golfers and celebrities left town last month.
Seven lorry-loads of wood went to St Andrews Men’s Shed, where members made them into benches, planters and fences.
And a massive 38kg of screws were also donated, along with netting from the spectator stands.
This year’s Dunhill Links tournament took place in St Andrews, Kingsbarns and Carnoustie from September 29 to October 2.
Golfers including Rory McIlroy and Ryan Fox teamed up with celebrities such as acting legend Bill Murray, Marvel star Kathryn Newton and Boyzone singer Ronan Keating.
Dunhill Links donations benefit the St Andrews community
The huge giveaway was the result of a partnership between the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship and St Andrews Environmental Network.
Network manager Jane Kell said it ensured items did not go to waste.
“Items are reused once the events are over rather than going to landfill,” she said.
“Everything from plants and carpets are collected and brought back to people in the local community who need them.
“We are extremely proud of this project and grateful to the Dunhill Championship for their ongoing support.”
And the benefits don’t end there.
Benches and planters made by St Andrews Men’s Shed were passed on to the North East Fife Community Hub.
And racking to store tools and materials was given to the Friends of Craigtoun Park group.
‘We can all make a positive difference’
Fife Council also helped out by storing some of the materials before they were passed on.
Environment and climate change spokeswoman, Councillor Jan Wincott, was full of praise for the idea.
“This is a brilliant initiative, helping those in most need and reusing carpets and materials from the Dunhill Championship,” she said.
“We are all seeing the impact of climate change.
“And by taking action locally in our communities we can all make a positive difference.”
The Alfred Dunhill Links says it is actively involved in the community and has an environmental focus.
It runs a foundation which donates to local charities as well as donating surplus items to organisations in St Andrews.
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