Scotland Golf Courses & Caddy Guide

Discover the birthplace of golf with championship courses, expert caddies, and legendary golf experiences

The Home of Golf

Scotland is the undisputed birthplace of golf, with a history stretching back over 600 years. From the iconic links courses of the coast to the stunning parkland layouts inland, Scotland offers a golfing experience like no other.

What sets Scotland apart is its tradition of knowledgeable caddies - local experts who can guide you through the unique challenges of links golf. Whether you're playing the legendary Old Course at St Andrews or discovering hidden gems in the Highlands, a Scottish caddy will transform your golf experience.

550+ Courses

World's highest concentration

Expert Caddies

Centuries of local knowledge

Championship Venues

Home of The Open Championship

Scotland's Golf Regions

St Andrews & East Coast

Home to the Old Course, Carnoustie, Kingsbarns, and Muirfield. The spiritual home of golf with historic championship links.

Ayrshire & West Coast

Features Turnberry, Royal Troon, Prestwick, and Western Gailes. Stunning coastal courses with rich championship history.

Highlands & Islands

Home to Royal Dornoch, Castle Stuart, Nairn, and Askernish. Remote and spectacular courses in dramatic landscapes.

Edinburgh & Lothians

Features Gullane, North Berwick, Muirfield, and The Renaissance Club. Championship courses near Scotland's capital.

Scotland Golf Fast Facts

  • 550+ golf courses across Scotland
  • Home to 14 of Golf Digest's World Top 100 courses
  • Golf has been played here for over 600 years
  • Best months: May-September
  • Host of The Open Championship every 5 years

Featured Event

2024
Jul
The Open Championship

Royal Troon, Ayrshire

The world's oldest major championship returns to the historic Royal Troon Golf Club.

Event Details

Scotland Golf Course Map

Click on markers for course information. Click course names in the table to fly to location.

Scotland Golf Courses Directory

Browse all golf courses in Scotland with caddy information and booking details

Course Name Location & Contact Type Access Caddy Rates Website
Old Course at St Andrews St Andrews, Fife
+44 1334 466666
golf@standrews.com
Links Ballot/Advanced £70 + gratuity Visit
Royal Troon Golf Club Troon, South Ayrshire
+44 1292 311555
golf@royaltroon.co.uk
Links Members & Guests £65-75 Visit
Muirfield Gullane, East Lothian
+44 1620 842123
secretary@muirfield.org.uk
Links Members & Guests £70 + tip Visit
North Berwick Golf Club North Berwick, East Lothian
+44 1620 892135
golf@northberwickgolfclub.com
Links Visitors Welcome £55 Visit
Royal Dornoch Golf Club Dornoch, Sutherland
+44 1862 810219
golf@royaldornoch.com
Links Visitors Welcome £50-60 Visit
Prestwick Golf Club Prestwick, South Ayrshire
+44 1292 671020
golf@prestwickgc.co.uk
Links Members & Guests £60 Visit
Castle Stuart Golf Links Inverness
+44 1463 796111
info@castlestuartgolf.com
Links Public £60 Visit
The Renaissance Club North Berwick, East Lothian
+44 1620 850901
info@renaissanceclub.com
Links Members & Guests £75 Visit
Gullane Golf Club Gullane, East Lothian
+44 1620 842255
golf@gullanegolfclub.com
Links Visitors Welcome £55 Visit
Carnoustie Golf Links Carnoustie, Angus
+44 1241 802270
golf@carnoustiegolflinks.co.uk
Links Public £65 Visit
Kingsbarns Golf Links Kingsbarns, Fife
+44 1334 460860
info@kingsbarns.com
Links Public £70 Visit
Nairn Golf Club Nairn, Highlands
+44 1667 452741
golf@nairngolfclub.co.uk
Links Visitors Welcome £55 Visit
Turnberry - Ailsa Course Turnberry, South Ayrshire
+44 1655 331000
golf@turnberry.co.uk
Links Resort Guests £80 Visit
The Glen Golf Club North Berwick, East Lothian
+44 1620 892726
secretary@glengolfclub.co.uk
Links Public £45 Visit
Archerfield Links Dirleton, East Lothian
+44 1620 870088
golf@archerfieldlinks.com
Links Members & Guests £70 Visit
Luffness New Golf Club Aberlady, East Lothian
+44 1875 870300
secretary@luffness.co.uk
Links Members & Guests £50 Visit