Scotland — the home of golf
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Links courses
Coastal, fast-draining and open to the elements. The original form of golf, shaped by nature rather than architects. Rough is penal, wind is a factor, and no two rounds are ever the same.
Parkland courses
Lush, tree-lined fairways with manicured greens set in beautiful countryside. Inland courses offering shelter and stunning scenery, ideal for golfers of all abilities.
Heathland courses
Built on higher ground with heather, gorse and breathtaking views. A uniquely Scottish experience where the fairways are open to the elements and the wildlife is never far away.
Scotland — the birthplace of golf
The modern game of golf was born in Scotland in the High Middle Ages. The first courses, the first clubs, the first written rules, and the 18-hole format all originated here. Scotland then spread the game to the rest of the world — and remains its spiritual home to this day.
Enter a Scottish Golf Open Event
Over 2,000 open competitions across Scotland — medals, stablefords, seniors, ladies and mixed events. Find an open at a course near you and book your place today.
Browse open events →A short History of Golf in Scotland
Ask anyone where golf comes from and, if they know their stuff, they’ll tell you Scotland.
Read our short history of golf in Scotland →