Western Gailes Golf Course
Irvine, Ayrshire.
18 holes - 6763 yards - SSS73
Lord Brabazon once suggested that if you have time to play only three courses in the region, then Turnberry, Prestwick and Western Gailes should get the vote. This is an Open qualifying course which is really geared for the better golfer. With two par 5's and three par 3's the remaining par 4's are all stiff tests, which can prove to be a trial of endurance for weaker golfers.
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Gullane Golf Club
Gullane, East Lothian.
No 1 - 18 holes - 6466 yards - SSS71
No 2 - 18 holes - 6219 yards - SSS70
No 3 - 18 holes - 5128 yards - SSS65
The No.1 course is used as an Open qualifier but all three courses provide excellent tests. As the holes manoeuvre round the hill, the wind buffets you from all directions and your skills will be tested to the fullest.
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North Berwick West Golf Course
North Berwick, East Lothian.
18 holes - 6315 yards - SSS70
This is a barren links exposed to the sea winds. A course steeped in history and used for national tournaments, where you will encounter greens near stony beaches, blind shots and ridges across fairways There is even a wall across the front of the 13th green which has to be negotiated. This hole, chosen as one of the finest holes in Britain, and featured in a recent TV series, has been imitated by modern course designers, most notably by the National Golf Links of America, who have borrowed the name 'Redan'.
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Royal Aberdeen Golf Course
Aberdeen
18 hole - 6372 yards - SSS71
This old famous course has held many prestigious events over the years. One of the highest rated links in Great Britain, there are many eye catching features, most notably the quality of the opening and finishing holes.
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Crail Golf Course
Crail, Fife - just 5 miles from St Andrews.
18 holes - 5720 yards - SSS68
We highly recommend that you play on this immaculate links course. Only 5720 yards but with an imaginative and tricky layout, this course is one you will remember. Always in good condition with panoramic views of the sea, you will want to come back for more.
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Monifieth Golf Course
Monifieth, Angus
18 holes - 6657 yards - SSS72
One of the most severe links on this east coast with undulating fairways being flanked by fir trees. A course used for national championships. A good test for all golfers.
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