Welcome to the sixth edition of the Destination Golf Guide to Scotland’s Top 100 Courses for 2022.
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It was from Scotland that golf spread to the rest of the world. It was a gift that we are grateful for and today this planet of ours boasts in the region of 34,000 golf courses. Over 600 of them are here in Scotland. The greatest early designers came from here – names such as Old Tom Morris (1821-1908), Willie Park Jr (1864-1925), James Braid (1870- 1950), and Donald Ross (1872-1948) spring to mind – and their legacy can be found on every fairway you walk because their creations helped to influence the generation of designers that followed. ‘The Home of Golf’ says it all and 2022 sees the hosting of the 150th Open Championship at St. Andrews. You can be sure that Prestwick – The Birthplace of the Open – will be celebrating the occasion.
In our 2022 guide you will find 100 exceptional courses*. Some are clustered together to the point they run into each other, while others sit miles from anywhere, clinging to a peninsula or tucked away on the islands that sprinkle the coastline like confetti. Rich pickings are to be had and your toughest decision will be choosing where to start.
Scotland boasts six excellent golfing regions. I have my favourites, just like any golfer, but wherever I’ve played I have always been thrilled by the courses this country has to offer – indeed, many of them don’t even appear in this Top 100, emphasising the country’s quality in depth.
Scotland is not only about golf. It is a stunningly beautiful place to spend time and explore, and it boasts a proud and rich history… and even richer whisky. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to combine all of these on one visit and sometimes on one course, so use this guide to map out the perfect golf trip. The people of Scotland will welcome you with open arms.
* Please note that due to the exclusivity of Loch Lomond, Renaissance and Archerfield, we have decided to exclude these courses from the guide. If, however, you receive an invitation to play one, drop everything and go.
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And a special mention of thanks to SIGTOA, Belhaven Brewery and our Editors Choices for 2022:
Fife: Scotscraig GC – Panmure GC – Dukes GC – Dumbarnie GC – Hawkswood Country Estate – Wilkinson Golf.
Carnoustie Country: Carnoustie GC – Blairgowrie GC – Downfield GC.
Ayrshire: Irvine GC – Western Gailes GC – Kilmarnock Barassie GC – Troon (Old/Portland) – Prestwick GC – Southerness GC.
East Lothian: Royal Musselburgh GC – Glen GC.
Aberdeen: Newburgh-on-Ythan GC.
Highlands: Golspie GC – Muir of Ord GC – James Braid Trail – Highlands Golf Escapes.
Islay: Machrie GC.
Kevin Markham – Scotland Editor.
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