Scotland's Legendary Links Courses
Phase 1 Launch: Explore Scotland's 118 legendary links courses. From St Andrews to hidden gems, discover the true home of golf.
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Balnagask - Nigg Bay
Cruden Bay (St Olaf)
ChampionshipCruden Bay Golf Club
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70
Par
6.4k
Yards
Architect
Old Tom Morris
Established
1899
Cruden Bay was designed by Old Tom Morris and opened in 1899, built by the Great North of Scotland Railway Company to attract tourists. The course sits on magnificent linksland with towering sand dunes and dramatic elevation changes. Tom Simpson made significant changes in the 1920s. The course fell into disrepair but was restored and modernized in 1999. Today it's recognized as one of Scotland's hidden gems, offering spectacular golf in a remote and beautiful setting.
Signature Holes
The 14th "Bluidy Burn" is a short par 4 with a burn crossing the fairway and a plateau green - risk-reward at its finest. The 4th plays through a dramatic valley of dunes. The 6th climbs to the highest point with panoramic views. The 13th is a long par 3 to an elevated green surrounded by dunes. The 15th offers another drivable par 4 with danger lurking everywhere.
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Fraserburgh Golf Club
The seventh oldest golf club in the world, founded in 1777, Fraserburgh offers traditional links golf on Aberdeenshire's northeast coast with stunning sea views.
70
Par
6.3k
Yards
3.9
Rating
Architect
James Braid
Established
1777
Fraserburgh Golf Club, founded in 1777, is the seventh oldest golf club in the world, offering traditional links golf on the Aberdeenshire coast.
Signature Holes
Historic links with spectacular North Sea views and traditional characteristics.
Best Time to Play
ChampionshipGarmouth & Kingston Golf Club
WINTER MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE FOR JUST £75 FOR 6 MONTHS - SEE MEMBERSHIP PAGE Garmouth and Kingston Golf Course boasts 18 holes with two very distinct nines to challenge any golfer. The front nine is parkland whereas the back nine is links with stunning views of the Moray region. The Course runs along the west…
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71
Par
6.4k
Yards
Inverallochy Golf Club
A charming 9-hole links course on the Aberdeenshire coast offering excellent value golf with seaside views. Perfect for relaxed links golf.
64
Par
5.2k
Yards
3.2
Rating
Architect
Natural evolution
Established
1903
Inverallochy offers charming 9-hole links golf on the Aberdeenshire coast with excellent value and seaside character.
Signature Holes
Charming 9-hole links with seaside views.
Best Time to Play
ChampionshipLossiemouth Moray Golf Club
The course is open. Old course CLOSED for winter resting week. New course open. Fairway Mats in play from inside the red lines. Balls outside the red lines can be played from the turf.
71
Par
6.4k
Yards
Architect
Old Tom Morris
Established
1889
Best Time to Play
Murcar Links
A classic links course north of Aberdeen with stunning coastal views. Designed by Archie Simpson and modified by James Braid, this traditional links features rolling fairways, deep bunkers, and challenging greens. Consistently ranked among Scotland's best hidden gems.
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71
Par
6.5k
Yards
4.0
Rating
Architect
Archie Simpson and modified by James Braid
Established
1910
Murcar Links Golf Club, established in 1910, is a classic links course north of Aberdeen. Designed by Archie Simpson and modified by James Braid, this traditional links features rolling fairways, deep bunkers, and challenging greens. The course sits on magnificent linksland and is consistently ranked among Scotland's best hidden gems. It offers spectacular coastal views and authentic links golf.
Signature Holes
The course features traditional links holes with rolling terrain. Several holes offer spectacular coastal views. The deep bunkers create strategic challenges. The course rewards accuracy and course management. The natural links terrain provides excellent golf. The closing holes offer a challenging finish.
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Newburgh-on-Ythan Golf Club
A challenging links course on the Aberdeenshire coast with spectacular dunes and North Sea views. Natural linksland offering authentic golf at excellent value.
70
Par
6.4k
Yards
4.0
Rating
Architect
Natural evolution
Established
1888
Newburgh-on-Ythan offers challenging links golf on spectacular natural linksland with towering dunes and North Sea views.
Signature Holes
Dramatic dunes and natural links terrain create authentic challenges.
Best Time to Play
Peterhead Golf Club
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70
Par
6.2k
Yards
3.8
Rating
Architect
Willie Park Jr, James Braid
Established
1841
Peterhead Golf Club offers traditional links golf on the Aberdeenshire coast since 1841 with excellent value.
Signature Holes
Traditional links with North Sea views and authentic characteristics.
Best Time to Play
Rosehearty
ChampionshipRoyal Aberdeen Golf Club - Balgownie
Royal Aberdeen Golf Club in Aberdeen, Scotland, was founded in 1780 as the Society of Golfers at Aberdeen and became the Aberdeen Golf Club in 1815. Until 1888 members played on the Queen's Links close to the city before moving across the River Don to the links at Balgownie. The Course was originally designed by the Simpson Brothers, Archie and Robert of Carnoustie and later re-bunkered and lengthened by James Braid to ensure our classic links kept pace with the modern game.
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70
Par
6.9k
Yards
Architect
the Simpson Brothers, Archie and Robert of Carnoustie and later re-bunkered and lengthened by James Braid to ensure our classic links kept pace with the modern game
boasting a warm and welcoming ambience Scottish Aberdeen Asset Management Open 2014 Royal Aberdeen Golf Club - Host to Major National and International events Balgownie 4th Hole - VALLEY Balgownie 13th Green - BLIND The course is open
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Royal Aberdeen Golf Club - Silverburn Course
Royal Aberdeen Golf Club in Aberdeen, Scotland, was founded in 1780 as the Society of Golfers at Aberdeen and became the Aberdeen Golf Club in 1815. Until 1888 members played on the Queen's Links close to the city before moving across the River Don to the links at Balgownie. The Course was originally designed by the Simpson Brothers, Archie and Robert of Carnoustie and later re-bunkered and lengthened by James Braid to ensure our classic links kept pace with the modern game.
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64
Par
4k
Yards
3.7
Rating
Architect
Robert Simpson, Archie Simpson
Established
1897
The Silverburn Course at Royal Aberdeen provides excellent links golf alongside the championship Balgownie Links. While shorter, Silverburn offers a true test of links golf with strategic challenges and beautiful North Sea views. The course is popular for its excellent value and quality.
Signature Holes
The course features classic links holes with North Sea views. Strategic bunkering and links terrain create challenges despite shorter length.
Best Time to Play
Royal Tarlair Golf Club
A spectacular clifftop course with dramatic views over the Moray Firth. Unique clifftop location creates unforgettable golf at excellent value.
71
Par
5.9k
Yards
3.9
Rating
Architect
Natural evolution
Established
1926
Royal Tarlair offers spectacular clifftop golf with dramatic Moray Firth views, featuring unique cliffside holes.
Signature Holes
Spectacular clifftop holes with Moray Firth views.
Best Time to Play
ChampionshipTrump International Golf Links Scotland
A spectacular championship links course with towering dunes and dramatic ocean views. Designed by Dr. Martin Hawtree and opened in 2012, this modern links features some of the highest sand dunes in Scotland. The course offers a memorable experience with exceptional facilities and world-class service.
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72
Par
7.4k
Yards
4.6
Rating
Architect
Dr
Established
2012
Trump International Golf Links Scotland opened in 2012 on the Menie Estate in Aberdeenshire. Designed by Dr. Martin Hawtree, the course was built on a spectacular dunescape with some of the highest sand dunes in Scotland. Despite environmental controversies, the course quickly gained recognition for its dramatic design and world-class conditioning. The course features massive elevation changes and stunning views across the North Sea.
Signature Holes
The 1st hole plays from an elevated tee across massive dunes. Several holes climb to the highest points offering panoramic views. The coastal holes feature dramatic drops and carries over natural valleys. The course features some of the most dramatic elevation changes in Scottish golf. The back nine offers particularly memorable holes with sea views.
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Parkland & Heathland Courses
We're currently focused on Scotland's legendary links courses for our Phase 1 launch. Parkland and heathland courses will be available soon with full details, reviews, and booking information.
Aberdour Golf Club
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Aberfeldy Golf Club
Aberfoyle Golf Club
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Abernethy Golf Club
Aboyne Golf Club
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Aigas (9)
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Airdrie Golf Club
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Alford Golf Club
Alloa Golf Club
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Alness Golf Club
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Alva GC (9)
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Alva Golf Club
Alyth Golf Club
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Annanhill Golf Course
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Ardeer Golf Club
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Asta GC (Shetland) (9)
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Auchmill Golf Course
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Auchterarder Golf Club
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Auchterderran (9)
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Ayr Belleisle
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Ayr Dalmilling
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Ayr Seafield
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Baberton Golf Club
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Balbirnie Park
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