Golf in Edinburgh
Bruntsfield Links
Edinburgh
- History dating back to 1761
- Originally designed by Willie Park Jnr, later modified by Dr Alister MacKenzie and James Braid
- Open Qualifying venue for the Open Championship since 2011
Edinburgh Golf Breaks
Edinburgh is one of the world’s most famous tourist destinations, where culture and history ooze from every pore, and the city pulses with the amazing energy created by the clash of a multicultural population and an influx of international visitors. Well renowned for its lively nightlife, there is a diverse range of options, from traditional pubs to underground backstreet clubs, you will find bars and clubs around every corner.
Away from the hustle of the city centre Edinburgh is surrounded by natural beauty, much of which provide lovely backdrops for the courses in the region, head up Arthur's Seat for a breathtaking view of the city and surrounds!
Best Courses in Edinburgh
Royal Musselburgh Golf Club
Prestonpans, East Lothian
- 6th oldest course in the world
- Home to the oldest trophy still being competed for, The Old Cup dates back to 1774
- The course is parkland in style, playing 6,200 yards
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Kirknewton, Edinburgh
- Host venue to the Solheim Cup and Scottish PGA Championships in recent years
- 36 hole venue, The Championship East Course and the Resort West Course
- Luxury on site accommodation with leisure facilities
Ratho Park Golf Club
Ratho, Edinburgh
- Designed by James Braid, the course is wonderful parkland layout
- At only 6,003 yards, the par 69 has precedence on accuracy and strategy
- Clubhouse is a beautiful Grade I listed mansion house
Where to stay in Edinburgh
The Scott Hotel
University of Edinburgh
- Walking distance to Edinburgh's city centre and many attractions
- Hotel building is an 18th century baronial house
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Kirknewton, Edinburgh
- 4 star hotel
- Set within 1000 acres of parkland, with two 18- hole golf courses
- State of the art leisure and fitness facilities
Malmaison Edinburgh
Edinburgh
- 4 star hotel
- Situated on the banks of the Forth in Leith
- Rooms are all individually designed, luxurious styled
Things to do in Edinburgh off the course
Nightlife
Well renowned for its vibrant and lively nightlife, there is a great mix of bars, clubs, pubs and more!
- Monkey Barrel (Comedy Club)
- Panda & Sons (Cocktail Bar)
- Captains Bar (Live Music Bar)
- Whiski Bar & Restaurant (Whiskey Bar)
- The Jazz Bar (Live Music Bar)
Restaurants
Scotland's capital city boasts a wide array of culinary delights, eating out in Edinburgh has enough to appeal to everyone
- Number one at The Balmoral (Michelin Star Fine Dining)
- Miller & Carter Steakhouse (Steakhouse)
- @Pizza (Italian)
- Chizuru Tei (Japanese)
- The Light House (Seafood)
- Pataka (Indian)
Activities
Edinburgh has a host of things to do off the course, the city is steeped in history, Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat are ones not to be missed
- Edinburgh Castle (Local History)
- Arthur's Seat (Scenic Walk)
- Royal Yacht Britannia (Local History)
- Edinburgh Old Town (Shopping)
- The Scotch Whisky Experience (Tour)
- National Museum of Scotland (Local History)