Muirfield
Gullane, East Lothian
The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers resides at Muirfield, Gullane. The Club has existed since at least 1744, when our forebears first played at Leith Links and then Musselburgh before relocating to Muirfield in 1891. Today, Visitors and Members' Guests from the UK and other countries are cordially welcomed by Members and employees.
Old Tom Morris' original design for Muirfield was initially constrained by the little plot of land that the Club had initially leased. But by 1922, not only had the leased land been bought, but also an additional 50 acres of connecting land. Muirfield's redesigned layout, created by Harry Colt in 1925, was improved upon by Tom Simpson in the 1930s, and further developed by Martin Hawtree in 2011, creating a golfing challenge that is consistently ranked among the top ones in the world.
With the first nine holes running anticlockwise around the property's perimeter and the last nine running clockwise around an inside circuit. Golfers must become accustomed to frequent changes in the wind's direction because of the area's proximity to the sea and the dominant weather pattern.
When visiting Scotland, Muirfield is a must for any golfer…………. However, book early or you’ll be disappointed!!
Gullane No. 1
Gullane, East Lothian
Gullane No. 1, which is carved into the old links turf and features pot bunkers, smooth-running greens, and wispy grasses, presents a special challenge to all golfers. One of the most memorable golfing experiences in the history of the game is made even more memorable by the breathtaking vistas of Edinburgh, the Firth of Forth, Fife, and beyond.
Gullane No. 1 was ranked as the 18th best course in Scotland by National Club Golfer Magazine in 2019. The stunning par-five third hole at Gullane No. 1 was named one of the greatest holes in the world by Golf Magazine (USA), while Gullane was ranked as the fifth-most gorgeous golf course in the world by PGA.com.
One of Scotland's best and most beautiful links courses, Gullane No. 1 is memorable and pleasant with each hole having its own unique personality.
It is uncertain who designed Course No. 1; golf has been played on the links since the 1600s. Bent grass predominates on the fairways and Fescue grass covers the greens. The course contains 124 bunkers, and each green is an average of 550 square metres. On Gullane No. 1, there are distance indicators on the sprinkler heads to the front, centre, and back of each green.
Gullane No. 2
Gullane, East Lothian
Laid out by the two time Open championship winner Willie Park Jr in 1898, Gullane No. 2 runs alongside No. 1 for the first seven holes before sweeping down to a nature reserve next to Aberlady Bay. The course turns towards home from the 13th tee with the prevailing wind, down Gullane Hill back to the new Gullane Links Clubhouse (opened June 2021). The beauty of the East Lothian coastline and the challenge of the layout create an unforgettable round that epitomises links golf in Scotland. In particular, Gullane No. 2 is renowned for the challenge of its short holes embodied by the 215-yard, par three 11th with its wonderful views, testing downhill tee shot and tricky club selection.
At 6,396 yards, No. 2 is shorter than its older sibling but provides an equally stern test as it proved during final qualifying for the Open Championship in 1980, the Millennium Seniors Open Amateur Championship and the British Girls Home International Matches in 2011. National Club Golfer magazine rated Gullane No. 2 as the 39th best course in Scotland in 2019. With challenge and charm in equal doses, Gullane No. 2 is a favourite with those who enjoy their golf with a twist in its tail.
Bent grass predominates on the fairways and Fescue grass covers the greens. The course has 107 bunkers, and each green is an average of 500 square metres. Each hole has 150 yard stakes that indicate how far it is to the centre of the green.
Gullane 3
Gullane, East Lothian
The third Gullane course, Gullane No. 3, has some of the greatest vistas of the three, looking across Aberlady Bay to the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh beyond. Gullae No. 3 is a spectacular and challenging course that calls for finesse and composure. Forget about the modest yardage; this is a course for players who can hit straight shots.
The Gullane No. 3 golf course, designed by two-time Open Champion Willie Park Jr., turned 100 years old in 2010 and has since developed into a popular vacation spot for out-of-town golfers. Gullane No. 3 is kept in the same excellent standards from the tee to the green as its older neighbours, benefiting from the same flawless links turf and smoothly operating (albeit smaller) greens. This is not a soft option; although having few yards, the course still requires careful course management to navigate the sloping greens and several bunkers that must be avoided while taking in the breathtaking surroundings.
Bent grass predominates on the fairways and Fescue grass covers the greens. The course has 67 bunkers, and each green is an average of 450 square metres. Each hole has 150 yard stakes that indicate how far it is to the centre of the green.
Luffness New
Aberlady, East Lothian
Located in the East Lothian coastline's renowned golfing region, close to the Gullane, Muirfield, and North Berwick Golf Clubs. Few courses are likely to be as stimulating as Luffness New.
Despite not being the longest of courses, this difficult traditional links course is a great test of golf. There aren't any lakes on every hole, island greens surrounded by water, or a series of difficulties that are beyond the capabilities of the typical golfer. When the wind blows down the Forth and the rough is thick enough to whet a hungry herd's whistle, the course can be difficult—really difficult. There are notable bunkers as well, but like all great courses, Luffness rewards patience and accuracy.
The fairways are immaculately maintained, and a player who can keep the ball in the middle will have few concerns, but stray golfers will face lots of difficulties. The bunkers are built to severely punish players who cannot get the ball in the air and are strategically placed to punish poor shots. The greens are always in fantastic shape and are tiny and true. The course's length is 6581 yards, or Par 70, which is fine on a calm day but extremely constrained if there's even a moderate breeze.
The second, ninth, eleventh, and eighteenth holes fall into this category. On Scotland's beaches, wind may be an unfathomable danger, and caddies have been heard to warn, "It will take you three to be up there in two today, Sir." The lengthy fourth hole (572 yards) is a very strong example of its kind, requiring a well-timed approach shot due to a misleading hollow in front of the green. The teelaurels is continually looking for ways to improve the course and has built a new green on the hole 15 that has prolonged the round by 103 yards. The eighth and twelfth holes also deserve special recognition for their excellent layouts. Due to the fourth and twelfth greens' proximity to the clubhouse, players can play a variety of combinations without having to go back from the countryside. The club has built a new green on hole 15, lengthening the hole by 103 yards, in an effort to improve the course while being careful not to rest on its laurels.
Kilspindie
Aberlady, East Lothian
Scotland is a country full of undiscovered treasures, and for golfers, Kilspindie Golf Club is one of the best. It is tucked away between the nature reserve of Aberlady Bay, the charming village of Aberlady, and the teeming seas of the Firth of Forth.
You might see seabirds diving for food, migratory geese, and seals lounging on the sand while playing these ancient Scottish links. The profile of Edinburgh, its Castle, and Arthur's Seat, a long-extinct volcanic cone, can all be seen in the distance. A short distance from the settlement, on a private, single-track road, is where the course is hidden.
Craigielaw
Aberlady, East Lothian
Craigielaw is comparable to many of the best examples of such courses, some of which are conveniently located locally in the East Lothian region. Craigielaw was inspired by the classic links courses of Britain, particularly those on territory which is less dominated by dunes.
The Donald Steel & Co.-designed course was opened in 2001 and has since played host to a number of national competitions, including the 2006 Scottish Amateur Strokeplay Championship and the 2007 British Seniors Open at Muirfield.
Craigielaw Golf Club is a must-try experience because to its difficult greens, enormous bunkers, and breathtaking vistas of the Firth of Forth, Gullane Hill, and out towards Edinburgh and Fife.
Longniddry
Longniddry, East Lothian
Longniddry Golf Club, was established in 1921 and is located on the south bank of the Firth of Forth in East Lothian, the birthplace of golf. This area is considered to be Scotland's greatest golfing shoreline and is located 18 miles east of Edinburgh. The nearest coastal links course to Edinburgh is Longniddry, which features an unusual mix of woods and links and offers breathtaking sea vistas from many holes.
Designed by Harry S. Colt, provides a very fine test of golf for both members and guests who come to play some of the best golf available in Scotland. There are no par 5s and 8 par 4s that are longer than 400 yards. The course has a par of 68, and amateur Mike Thomson of Peebles set the course record with a score of 62. Longniddry Golf Club, a former Open qualifying venue, is frequently invited to hold amateur competitions like the Lothians Golf Association's South East District Championship, which was contested in September 2012 and May 2013.
North Berwick West
North Berwick, East Lothian
Since the 17th century, golfers have enjoyed playing on the storied West Links, which offers stunning views of the Firth of Forth and the islands of Bass Rock, Craigleith, Lamb, and Fidra from practically every tee. The busy streets of North Berwick's town centre are only a short stroll from the first tee.
On the border of the Firth of Forth, the West Links Course is a genuine links course. It has hosted numerous competitions over the years, making it a championship course.
With the sea in play on six holes, playing the course is all about using your imagination! If the tide is in, the beach is just one long, potentially wet hazard. Walls can be seen in front of a green and in the midst of fairways. All of these hazards play a significant role in our history, which details the evolution of the course from a few holes to the entire 18-hole layout. Not to be missed when in East Lothian.
The Glen
North Berwick, East Lothian
The East Links in North Berwick was the first location where golf was played, though a nine-hole course did not exist there until 1894. With a design by five-time Open Champion James Braid and his design collaborator Ben Sayers, it was expanded to 18 holes in 1906.
One of the most well-liked golf courses in East Lothian is The Glen, East Links. The Glen is a golfing location not to be missed, regardless of whether you have played golf in Scotland before or this is your first trip. It offers golfers of all skill levels a difficult and fun test.
The Bass Rock, which is home to the largest gannet colony in the UK, and the Firth of Forth are both visible from this North Berwick course's stunning headland views. Make sure to include The Glen in your list of potential golfing locations. We anticipate hearing from you!
Dunbar
Dunbar, East Lothian
A round of golf at Dunbar offers, in the opinion of one international golf reviewer, "just about everything you can ask for."
That is unquestionably true if you believe that the ideal golfing experience includes a challenging links course, breathtaking scenery, and a welcoming clubhouse.
Playing on our Open qualifying championship links means playing only yards from the rugged shoreline where waves smash. You are putting yourself up against a course that was created by nature and then by 150 years of man's greatest efforts. It involves following in the footsteps of some of the world's best golfers.
We are convinced you will agree that no trip to East Lothian, dubbed "Scotland's Golf Coast," is complete without playing a round on one of the nation's top-rated courses. We eagerly await your arrival at Dunbar Golf Club.
Turnberry
Turnberry, South Ayrshire
The Club plays on the renowned Trump Turnberry Golf Courses, which are located on a stunning peninsula of links land in South Ayrshire with breathtaking vistas of the Mull of Kintyre, the islands of Arran and Ailsa Craig, and, on a clear day, even Ireland.
It is a legendary location where the iconic lighthouse is located. Thomas and David Stevenson, the father and uncle of the well-known author Robert Louis Stevenson, built the lighthouse in 1873 on the headland near the crumbling walls of Turnberry castle, where it is said that Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland, was born in 1274.
Since it appeared on the initial membership cards of Turnberry Golf Club, the silhouette of the lighthouse and crumbling castle has come to be recognised as a symbol of Turnberry by golfers all over the world.
The majestic Trump Turnberry Hotel owns and operates the golf courses, clubhouse, and golf academy. It is located inland and overlooks the courses from a height of around 100 feet above sea level. Our Club is entitled to play, and we are happy to have been associated with the Hotel for more than a century.
Royal Troon (Old)
Troon, South Ayrshire
The golf facilities, including the clubhouse and golf academy, are owned and managed by the opulent Trump Turnberry Hotel. It lies inland and sits around 100 feet above sea level, providing a view over the courses. We are pleased to have been linked with the Hotel for more than a century and believe that our Club has a right to participate.
A classic out-and-back links course is Royal Troon. With a string of short par fours that follow the Firth of Clyde, the first few holes are reasonably easy. You have the opportunity to take in the scenery from these opening holes. On a clear day, the spectacular mountains on the Isle of Arran may be seen to the west and the distant Ailsa Craig to the south.
From the championship tips, the course is 7,208 yards long, although line is more significant than yardage. There are bunkers everywhere, most of which are hidden from view from the tees. Plenty of thick rough as well as some gorse and broom are there to punish errant shots. Make your score on the outer nine holes because the inside holes are difficult and frequently face the dominant northwesterly breeze. From the seventh through the thirteenth hole, there are a number of intriguing and challenging holes to navigate.
Gleneagles - The Kings
Auchterarder, Perth
One of the most recognisable names in golf is Gleneagles. It's understandable why considering that Scotland is home to three of the best golf courses and has recently hosted The Ryder and Solheim Cups. Perthshire has stunning golf courses in stunning locations that are equally enjoyable for beginners and pros to play.
The King's Course, designed by James Braid and inaugurated in 1919, is a masterpiece of golf course architecture that has put the game's elite, both professional and amateur, to the test.
General Manager of the Caledonian Railway Company Donald Matheson had the concept for a hotel at Gleneagles in 1908. He envisioned creating a "Palace in the Glens" that would draw affluent and aristocratic rail travellers. The King's course was created by James Braid, the five-time Open Champion, with help from Major C.K. Hutchison and Matheson.
The King's course at Gleneagles is unquestionably the best moorland course in the world, and Gleneagles is the ideal mountain location for a round of golf. Simply breathtaking are the vistas of the Ochil Hills, the summits of Ben Vorlich, and the Trossachs.
Given the most ideal terrain on which to construct a golf course, Braid created one that is truly unique. The holes fit in with the surroundings well. The springy fairways wind through severe rough that is covered in gorse and heather. A few of the holes have natural amphitheatres thanks to the abundance of mature pine, silver birch, and rowan trees.
This golf course enchants you without fail. Even the names of the holes—Silver Tassie, Blink Bonnie, and Wee Bogle—evoke strong emotions. However, the sights are likely to make it difficult for you to focus on the game. "The beauty of the site is without any doubt; the exact merits of the course may be more difficult to decide," Bernard Darwin wrote in Golf Between Two Wars. Darwin continued by stating that the race was quite lengthy even for people like J. H. Taylor and Sandy Herd since the ground used to be sluggish. The ball continued to run farther and farther as the earth hardened beneath the feet of thousands, which caused the scoring to drop.
St Andrews - Old Course
St Andrews, Fife
More than any other course on the cycle, the Old course at "The Home of Golf" in St. Andrews has hosted 29 Open Championships.
The Old course is a really special links that Mother Nature created, hence it is rarely ranked outside the top ten. There must not be much left to say about St. Andrews, the mother of golf, the most renowned links course in the world, and so on. The Old course is one of the oldest golf courses in the world, and it's possible that golf was played here as early as the 12th century.
The community may finally play golf over the links thanks to the confirmation ceremony that the Archbishop of St. Andrews performed in 1553. Ten years after the Society of St Andrews Golfers was established (1754), the course's original 22 holes were shortened to only 18. William IV granted the club royal patronage in 1834, at which point The Society changed its name to The Royal and Ancient Golf Club. The world's first female golf club was established in St Andrews in 1867, marking an important beginning for women's golf. A year later, the ladies club for Royal North Devon was established.
The St Andrews Old course is typically not a golfer's first choice; it takes time to grow to know and enjoy. Newcomers might be a little let down. Additionally, you shouldn't expect the Old Course to feel comfortable when you play it for the first time (except perhaps the 1st, 17th and 18th). When you go onto the course, the fairways' bumps, hollows, and ripples—as well as the pot bunkers—appear far deeper than they do in television images.
Carnoustie
Carnoustie, Angus
Scotland's Carnoustie Golf Links is a renowned, top-ranked golf resort and the site of "Golf's Greatest Test." The Professional Golfer's Associations of America and Australia were founded by Carnoustie residents, who have been playing golf at the Links since the 16th century.
The Carnoustie Championship Course, The Carnoustie Burnside Course, and The Carnoustie Buddon Course are three of our outstanding courses, and we eagerly await your visit to play them. The 147th Open was held on The Championship Course in 2018, and Francesco Molinari was named Champion Golfer of the Year.
One of the very few courses in the UK to have done so is the Championship Course, which has hosted eight Open Championships, two Women's Opens, and two Seniors Opens. The Old Course at St. Andrews and Kingsbarns are the other two venues for the yearly Dunhill Links, and in 2018 The Open Championship made a comeback at this venue. The Championship Course gained the title of Best Golf Course in Scotland Over £100 in 2018 for the second time in the last three years, according to the general public.
“There isn't a player who didn't find the Championship course a test and enjoyed that test. Credit to Carnoustie, it’s one of the best in the world.”
PADRAIG HARRINGTON
Kingsbarns
Kingsbarns, Fife
Since 1793, golfers have enjoyed playing on the Kingsbarns links. The Kingsbarns men gathered for their Spring and Autumn Meetings while wearing their blue jackets to compete for the Societies medals on the links and to enjoy the company of friends over dinner in the Golfers Hall. Before the Cambo Estate tenant farmer ploughed up the Links in 1850 to expand his farmable area, the Society continued to bet, drink, and eat for decades. Land set aside for golf at the time was less valuable than farmland.
The old Kingsbarns Golfing Society was revived and founded as the Kingsbarns Golf Club in 1922, and Willie Auchterlonie designed a nine-hole course on the links near Kingsbarns Bay at Lady Erskine of Cambo's prompting and inspiration. Up until the start of the Second World War, this course catered to the golfing demands of both locals and tourists. However, the Links was mined as part of the national security defence effort, and it swiftly returned to rough pasture.
Our aim is to have you join us for an unforgettable round of Scottish links golf. Kingsbarns Golf Links is located 1.8 miles along a gorgeous North Sea shoreline, seven miles from St Andrews, where each hole hugs the water. In addition to enjoying our course, which is ranked among the top 100 worldwide, we hope that your "Kingsbarns Experience" will also include lifelong memories of our cosy, welcoming, and attentive service.
Haddington
Haddington, East Lothian
A lovely parkland course called Haddington can be found in East Lothian, close to Edinburgh, in quiet, walled environs with the River Tyne nearby. The renovated clubhouse, which is located within the 130 acres of grounds, serves meals and refreshments to both golf club members and guests. Haddington Golf Course has a par of 71 and is 6335 yards long. The golf course is in excellent condition and features a range of holes that can present difficulties to both seasoned and novice players. The course now boasts a more eye-catching aesthetic thanks to the addition of numerous water features, bunkers, and new tees during the past few years.
Compared to the Links-style courses in the vicinity, the course offers a unique challenge to golfers of all skill levels. If you travel to Haddington, you can be confident that everything will go according to plan.
Gullane, East Lothian
The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers resides at Muirfield, Gullane. The Club has existed since at least 1744, when our forebears first played at Leith Links and then Musselburgh before relocating to Muirfield in 1891. Today, Visitors and Members' Guests from the UK and other countries are cordially welcomed by Members and employees.
Old Tom Morris' original design for Muirfield was initially constrained by the little plot of land that the Club had initially leased. But by 1922, not only had the leased land been bought, but also an additional 50 acres of connecting land. Muirfield's redesigned layout, created by Harry Colt in 1925, was improved upon by Tom Simpson in the 1930s, and further developed by Martin Hawtree in 2011, creating a golfing challenge that is consistently ranked among the top ones in the world.
With the first nine holes running anticlockwise around the property's perimeter and the last nine running clockwise around an inside circuit. Golfers must become accustomed to frequent changes in the wind's direction because of the area's proximity to the sea and the dominant weather pattern.
When visiting Scotland, Muirfield is a must for any golfer…………. However, book early or you’ll be disappointed!!
Gullane No. 1
Gullane, East Lothian
Gullane No. 1, which is carved into the old links turf and features pot bunkers, smooth-running greens, and wispy grasses, presents a special challenge to all golfers. One of the most memorable golfing experiences in the history of the game is made even more memorable by the breathtaking vistas of Edinburgh, the Firth of Forth, Fife, and beyond.
Gullane No. 1 was ranked as the 18th best course in Scotland by National Club Golfer Magazine in 2019. The stunning par-five third hole at Gullane No. 1 was named one of the greatest holes in the world by Golf Magazine (USA), while Gullane was ranked as the fifth-most gorgeous golf course in the world by PGA.com.
One of Scotland's best and most beautiful links courses, Gullane No. 1 is memorable and pleasant with each hole having its own unique personality.
It is uncertain who designed Course No. 1; golf has been played on the links since the 1600s. Bent grass predominates on the fairways and Fescue grass covers the greens. The course contains 124 bunkers, and each green is an average of 550 square metres. On Gullane No. 1, there are distance indicators on the sprinkler heads to the front, centre, and back of each green.
Gullane No. 2
Gullane, East Lothian
Laid out by the two time Open championship winner Willie Park Jr in 1898, Gullane No. 2 runs alongside No. 1 for the first seven holes before sweeping down to a nature reserve next to Aberlady Bay. The course turns towards home from the 13th tee with the prevailing wind, down Gullane Hill back to the new Gullane Links Clubhouse (opened June 2021). The beauty of the East Lothian coastline and the challenge of the layout create an unforgettable round that epitomises links golf in Scotland. In particular, Gullane No. 2 is renowned for the challenge of its short holes embodied by the 215-yard, par three 11th with its wonderful views, testing downhill tee shot and tricky club selection.
At 6,396 yards, No. 2 is shorter than its older sibling but provides an equally stern test as it proved during final qualifying for the Open Championship in 1980, the Millennium Seniors Open Amateur Championship and the British Girls Home International Matches in 2011. National Club Golfer magazine rated Gullane No. 2 as the 39th best course in Scotland in 2019. With challenge and charm in equal doses, Gullane No. 2 is a favourite with those who enjoy their golf with a twist in its tail.
Bent grass predominates on the fairways and Fescue grass covers the greens. The course has 107 bunkers, and each green is an average of 500 square metres. Each hole has 150 yard stakes that indicate how far it is to the centre of the green.
Gullane 3
Gullane, East Lothian
The third Gullane course, Gullane No. 3, has some of the greatest vistas of the three, looking across Aberlady Bay to the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh beyond. Gullae No. 3 is a spectacular and challenging course that calls for finesse and composure. Forget about the modest yardage; this is a course for players who can hit straight shots.
The Gullane No. 3 golf course, designed by two-time Open Champion Willie Park Jr., turned 100 years old in 2010 and has since developed into a popular vacation spot for out-of-town golfers. Gullane No. 3 is kept in the same excellent standards from the tee to the green as its older neighbours, benefiting from the same flawless links turf and smoothly operating (albeit smaller) greens. This is not a soft option; although having few yards, the course still requires careful course management to navigate the sloping greens and several bunkers that must be avoided while taking in the breathtaking surroundings.
Bent grass predominates on the fairways and Fescue grass covers the greens. The course has 67 bunkers, and each green is an average of 450 square metres. Each hole has 150 yard stakes that indicate how far it is to the centre of the green.
Luffness New
Aberlady, East Lothian
Located in the East Lothian coastline's renowned golfing region, close to the Gullane, Muirfield, and North Berwick Golf Clubs. Few courses are likely to be as stimulating as Luffness New.
Despite not being the longest of courses, this difficult traditional links course is a great test of golf. There aren't any lakes on every hole, island greens surrounded by water, or a series of difficulties that are beyond the capabilities of the typical golfer. When the wind blows down the Forth and the rough is thick enough to whet a hungry herd's whistle, the course can be difficult—really difficult. There are notable bunkers as well, but like all great courses, Luffness rewards patience and accuracy.
The fairways are immaculately maintained, and a player who can keep the ball in the middle will have few concerns, but stray golfers will face lots of difficulties. The bunkers are built to severely punish players who cannot get the ball in the air and are strategically placed to punish poor shots. The greens are always in fantastic shape and are tiny and true. The course's length is 6581 yards, or Par 70, which is fine on a calm day but extremely constrained if there's even a moderate breeze.
The second, ninth, eleventh, and eighteenth holes fall into this category. On Scotland's beaches, wind may be an unfathomable danger, and caddies have been heard to warn, "It will take you three to be up there in two today, Sir." The lengthy fourth hole (572 yards) is a very strong example of its kind, requiring a well-timed approach shot due to a misleading hollow in front of the green. The teelaurels is continually looking for ways to improve the course and has built a new green on the hole 15 that has prolonged the round by 103 yards. The eighth and twelfth holes also deserve special recognition for their excellent layouts. Due to the fourth and twelfth greens' proximity to the clubhouse, players can play a variety of combinations without having to go back from the countryside. The club has built a new green on hole 15, lengthening the hole by 103 yards, in an effort to improve the course while being careful not to rest on its laurels.
Kilspindie
Aberlady, East Lothian
Scotland is a country full of undiscovered treasures, and for golfers, Kilspindie Golf Club is one of the best. It is tucked away between the nature reserve of Aberlady Bay, the charming village of Aberlady, and the teeming seas of the Firth of Forth.
You might see seabirds diving for food, migratory geese, and seals lounging on the sand while playing these ancient Scottish links. The profile of Edinburgh, its Castle, and Arthur's Seat, a long-extinct volcanic cone, can all be seen in the distance. A short distance from the settlement, on a private, single-track road, is where the course is hidden.
Craigielaw
Aberlady, East Lothian
Craigielaw is comparable to many of the best examples of such courses, some of which are conveniently located locally in the East Lothian region. Craigielaw was inspired by the classic links courses of Britain, particularly those on territory which is less dominated by dunes.
The Donald Steel & Co.-designed course was opened in 2001 and has since played host to a number of national competitions, including the 2006 Scottish Amateur Strokeplay Championship and the 2007 British Seniors Open at Muirfield.
Craigielaw Golf Club is a must-try experience because to its difficult greens, enormous bunkers, and breathtaking vistas of the Firth of Forth, Gullane Hill, and out towards Edinburgh and Fife.
Longniddry
Longniddry, East Lothian
Longniddry Golf Club, was established in 1921 and is located on the south bank of the Firth of Forth in East Lothian, the birthplace of golf. This area is considered to be Scotland's greatest golfing shoreline and is located 18 miles east of Edinburgh. The nearest coastal links course to Edinburgh is Longniddry, which features an unusual mix of woods and links and offers breathtaking sea vistas from many holes.
Designed by Harry S. Colt, provides a very fine test of golf for both members and guests who come to play some of the best golf available in Scotland. There are no par 5s and 8 par 4s that are longer than 400 yards. The course has a par of 68, and amateur Mike Thomson of Peebles set the course record with a score of 62. Longniddry Golf Club, a former Open qualifying venue, is frequently invited to hold amateur competitions like the Lothians Golf Association's South East District Championship, which was contested in September 2012 and May 2013.
North Berwick West
North Berwick, East Lothian
Since the 17th century, golfers have enjoyed playing on the storied West Links, which offers stunning views of the Firth of Forth and the islands of Bass Rock, Craigleith, Lamb, and Fidra from practically every tee. The busy streets of North Berwick's town centre are only a short stroll from the first tee.
On the border of the Firth of Forth, the West Links Course is a genuine links course. It has hosted numerous competitions over the years, making it a championship course.
With the sea in play on six holes, playing the course is all about using your imagination! If the tide is in, the beach is just one long, potentially wet hazard. Walls can be seen in front of a green and in the midst of fairways. All of these hazards play a significant role in our history, which details the evolution of the course from a few holes to the entire 18-hole layout. Not to be missed when in East Lothian.
The Glen
North Berwick, East Lothian
The East Links in North Berwick was the first location where golf was played, though a nine-hole course did not exist there until 1894. With a design by five-time Open Champion James Braid and his design collaborator Ben Sayers, it was expanded to 18 holes in 1906.
One of the most well-liked golf courses in East Lothian is The Glen, East Links. The Glen is a golfing location not to be missed, regardless of whether you have played golf in Scotland before or this is your first trip. It offers golfers of all skill levels a difficult and fun test.
The Bass Rock, which is home to the largest gannet colony in the UK, and the Firth of Forth are both visible from this North Berwick course's stunning headland views. Make sure to include The Glen in your list of potential golfing locations. We anticipate hearing from you!
Dunbar
Dunbar, East Lothian
A round of golf at Dunbar offers, in the opinion of one international golf reviewer, "just about everything you can ask for."
That is unquestionably true if you believe that the ideal golfing experience includes a challenging links course, breathtaking scenery, and a welcoming clubhouse.
Playing on our Open qualifying championship links means playing only yards from the rugged shoreline where waves smash. You are putting yourself up against a course that was created by nature and then by 150 years of man's greatest efforts. It involves following in the footsteps of some of the world's best golfers.
We are convinced you will agree that no trip to East Lothian, dubbed "Scotland's Golf Coast," is complete without playing a round on one of the nation's top-rated courses. We eagerly await your arrival at Dunbar Golf Club.
Turnberry
Turnberry, South Ayrshire
The Club plays on the renowned Trump Turnberry Golf Courses, which are located on a stunning peninsula of links land in South Ayrshire with breathtaking vistas of the Mull of Kintyre, the islands of Arran and Ailsa Craig, and, on a clear day, even Ireland.
It is a legendary location where the iconic lighthouse is located. Thomas and David Stevenson, the father and uncle of the well-known author Robert Louis Stevenson, built the lighthouse in 1873 on the headland near the crumbling walls of Turnberry castle, where it is said that Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland, was born in 1274.
Since it appeared on the initial membership cards of Turnberry Golf Club, the silhouette of the lighthouse and crumbling castle has come to be recognised as a symbol of Turnberry by golfers all over the world.
The majestic Trump Turnberry Hotel owns and operates the golf courses, clubhouse, and golf academy. It is located inland and overlooks the courses from a height of around 100 feet above sea level. Our Club is entitled to play, and we are happy to have been associated with the Hotel for more than a century.
Royal Troon (Old)
Troon, South Ayrshire
The golf facilities, including the clubhouse and golf academy, are owned and managed by the opulent Trump Turnberry Hotel. It lies inland and sits around 100 feet above sea level, providing a view over the courses. We are pleased to have been linked with the Hotel for more than a century and believe that our Club has a right to participate.
A classic out-and-back links course is Royal Troon. With a string of short par fours that follow the Firth of Clyde, the first few holes are reasonably easy. You have the opportunity to take in the scenery from these opening holes. On a clear day, the spectacular mountains on the Isle of Arran may be seen to the west and the distant Ailsa Craig to the south.
From the championship tips, the course is 7,208 yards long, although line is more significant than yardage. There are bunkers everywhere, most of which are hidden from view from the tees. Plenty of thick rough as well as some gorse and broom are there to punish errant shots. Make your score on the outer nine holes because the inside holes are difficult and frequently face the dominant northwesterly breeze. From the seventh through the thirteenth hole, there are a number of intriguing and challenging holes to navigate.
Gleneagles - The Kings
Auchterarder, Perth
One of the most recognisable names in golf is Gleneagles. It's understandable why considering that Scotland is home to three of the best golf courses and has recently hosted The Ryder and Solheim Cups. Perthshire has stunning golf courses in stunning locations that are equally enjoyable for beginners and pros to play.
The King's Course, designed by James Braid and inaugurated in 1919, is a masterpiece of golf course architecture that has put the game's elite, both professional and amateur, to the test.
General Manager of the Caledonian Railway Company Donald Matheson had the concept for a hotel at Gleneagles in 1908. He envisioned creating a "Palace in the Glens" that would draw affluent and aristocratic rail travellers. The King's course was created by James Braid, the five-time Open Champion, with help from Major C.K. Hutchison and Matheson.
The King's course at Gleneagles is unquestionably the best moorland course in the world, and Gleneagles is the ideal mountain location for a round of golf. Simply breathtaking are the vistas of the Ochil Hills, the summits of Ben Vorlich, and the Trossachs.
Given the most ideal terrain on which to construct a golf course, Braid created one that is truly unique. The holes fit in with the surroundings well. The springy fairways wind through severe rough that is covered in gorse and heather. A few of the holes have natural amphitheatres thanks to the abundance of mature pine, silver birch, and rowan trees.
This golf course enchants you without fail. Even the names of the holes—Silver Tassie, Blink Bonnie, and Wee Bogle—evoke strong emotions. However, the sights are likely to make it difficult for you to focus on the game. "The beauty of the site is without any doubt; the exact merits of the course may be more difficult to decide," Bernard Darwin wrote in Golf Between Two Wars. Darwin continued by stating that the race was quite lengthy even for people like J. H. Taylor and Sandy Herd since the ground used to be sluggish. The ball continued to run farther and farther as the earth hardened beneath the feet of thousands, which caused the scoring to drop.
St Andrews - Old Course
St Andrews, Fife
More than any other course on the cycle, the Old course at "The Home of Golf" in St. Andrews has hosted 29 Open Championships.
The Old course is a really special links that Mother Nature created, hence it is rarely ranked outside the top ten. There must not be much left to say about St. Andrews, the mother of golf, the most renowned links course in the world, and so on. The Old course is one of the oldest golf courses in the world, and it's possible that golf was played here as early as the 12th century.
The community may finally play golf over the links thanks to the confirmation ceremony that the Archbishop of St. Andrews performed in 1553. Ten years after the Society of St Andrews Golfers was established (1754), the course's original 22 holes were shortened to only 18. William IV granted the club royal patronage in 1834, at which point The Society changed its name to The Royal and Ancient Golf Club. The world's first female golf club was established in St Andrews in 1867, marking an important beginning for women's golf. A year later, the ladies club for Royal North Devon was established.
The St Andrews Old course is typically not a golfer's first choice; it takes time to grow to know and enjoy. Newcomers might be a little let down. Additionally, you shouldn't expect the Old Course to feel comfortable when you play it for the first time (except perhaps the 1st, 17th and 18th). When you go onto the course, the fairways' bumps, hollows, and ripples—as well as the pot bunkers—appear far deeper than they do in television images.
Carnoustie
Carnoustie, Angus
Scotland's Carnoustie Golf Links is a renowned, top-ranked golf resort and the site of "Golf's Greatest Test." The Professional Golfer's Associations of America and Australia were founded by Carnoustie residents, who have been playing golf at the Links since the 16th century.
The Carnoustie Championship Course, The Carnoustie Burnside Course, and The Carnoustie Buddon Course are three of our outstanding courses, and we eagerly await your visit to play them. The 147th Open was held on The Championship Course in 2018, and Francesco Molinari was named Champion Golfer of the Year.
One of the very few courses in the UK to have done so is the Championship Course, which has hosted eight Open Championships, two Women's Opens, and two Seniors Opens. The Old Course at St. Andrews and Kingsbarns are the other two venues for the yearly Dunhill Links, and in 2018 The Open Championship made a comeback at this venue. The Championship Course gained the title of Best Golf Course in Scotland Over £100 in 2018 for the second time in the last three years, according to the general public.
“There isn't a player who didn't find the Championship course a test and enjoyed that test. Credit to Carnoustie, it’s one of the best in the world.”
PADRAIG HARRINGTON
Kingsbarns
Kingsbarns, Fife
Since 1793, golfers have enjoyed playing on the Kingsbarns links. The Kingsbarns men gathered for their Spring and Autumn Meetings while wearing their blue jackets to compete for the Societies medals on the links and to enjoy the company of friends over dinner in the Golfers Hall. Before the Cambo Estate tenant farmer ploughed up the Links in 1850 to expand his farmable area, the Society continued to bet, drink, and eat for decades. Land set aside for golf at the time was less valuable than farmland.
The old Kingsbarns Golfing Society was revived and founded as the Kingsbarns Golf Club in 1922, and Willie Auchterlonie designed a nine-hole course on the links near Kingsbarns Bay at Lady Erskine of Cambo's prompting and inspiration. Up until the start of the Second World War, this course catered to the golfing demands of both locals and tourists. However, the Links was mined as part of the national security defence effort, and it swiftly returned to rough pasture.
Our aim is to have you join us for an unforgettable round of Scottish links golf. Kingsbarns Golf Links is located 1.8 miles along a gorgeous North Sea shoreline, seven miles from St Andrews, where each hole hugs the water. In addition to enjoying our course, which is ranked among the top 100 worldwide, we hope that your "Kingsbarns Experience" will also include lifelong memories of our cosy, welcoming, and attentive service.
Haddington
Haddington, East Lothian
A lovely parkland course called Haddington can be found in East Lothian, close to Edinburgh, in quiet, walled environs with the River Tyne nearby. The renovated clubhouse, which is located within the 130 acres of grounds, serves meals and refreshments to both golf club members and guests. Haddington Golf Course has a par of 71 and is 6335 yards long. The golf course is in excellent condition and features a range of holes that can present difficulties to both seasoned and novice players. The course now boasts a more eye-catching aesthetic thanks to the addition of numerous water features, bunkers, and new tees during the past few years.
Compared to the Links-style courses in the vicinity, the course offers a unique challenge to golfers of all skill levels. If you travel to Haddington, you can be confident that everything will go according to plan.
