Aberlady-Longniddry road (A198),
Aberlady, East Lothian EH32 0PY
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The Craigielaw Golf AcademyThe Course:
18 holes. Seaside links. Gently undulating terrain - easy to walk.
Surroundings:
Seaside, rural countryside and Kilspindie golf course.
Designer:
Donald Steel
6-hole par-18 South Links mini-course (714 yards)
56.007332
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15 miles NE of Edinburgh.
On the eastern outskirts of Edinburgh, at the junction of the A1 and A720 (Edinburgh by-pass), follow the A1 direction Berwick-upon-Tweed. After 5 miles take the Bankton Junction exit, and follow the A198 direction North Berwick. After entering Longniddry bear left and follow signs for Aberlady / Gullane. At T-junction turn right and continue on A198. After approx 2 miles Craigielaw GC is on your left (o.5 mls before Aberlady village).
Craigielaw
Craigielaw Golf Club is home to a course inspired by the great links courses of Britain, especially those established on land which is less dominated by large sand dunes. Although not overly long at 6600 yards from the back tees, its seaside location and exposure to the wind ensures it is more than capable of challenging golfers, whatever their ability.
As these impressively designed links weave their way across the open, gently undulating terrain, you will be tested by deep greenside and fairway bunkering, as well as classic links-style rough, which lies in wait on either side of the generally good-width fairways. Stone walls, originally built when this land was farmed, lend additional definition to some holes.
One of the best stretches, from the par-4 13th to the long par-4 16th, takes you right through the centre of the course with views up to the impressive, farm-like clubhouse building and down across Kilspindie to the Firth of Forth.
Water hazards are rare on this layout, mainly concentrated on the tough par-5 11th hole, although on several occasions you'll need to be mindful of out-of-bounds. The greens are usually large and undulating, guaranteed to expose any weaknesses in your putting game.
With good maintenance standards throughout and a smattering of real estate affecting only a couple of holes, Craigielaw provides a very pleasant golf outing on yet another of East Lothian's wonderfully scenic golfing treasures.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance. Handicap required.
Players generally walk this course. Golf carts available for hire. Caddies available (if pre-booked).
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Craigielaw's club emblem is a hare standing on gently undulating ground; not too surprising when you learn there are something in the region of 40 pairs of brown hares in the neighbourhood.
Craigielaw has hosted several top quality amateur and professional events, including the 2006 Scottish Amateur Championship and final qualifying for the 2007 British Seniors Open. Between Craigielaw and the sea (Firth of Forth) lies Kilspindie Golf Club, a par-69 traditional links style layout, measuring 5500 yards from the men's back tees.
Also in view from Craigielaw is Gullane Hill, with its golf courses Nos. 1, 2 and 3, and to the right of the hill, the pyramid-shaped mound which sits directly behind the town of North Berwick.
Craigielaw Golf Club, Aberlady, East Lothian EH32 0PY
+44 (0)1875 870 803
Visit websiteThe Lodge at Craigielaw offers an ideal base for exploring ‘Scotland’s Golf Coast’ and the beautiful East Lothian coastline with its stunning beaches, castles and walks. With a total of 25 bedrooms, each room can be made up as either a twin or double, with a choice of sea-view or courtyard view rooms.
Craigielaw
Kilspindie; Longniddry; Luffness New; Gullane 1, 2 & 3; Muirfield; Renaissance Club (private); Archerfield (Dirleton & Fidra Links).
Royal Musselburgh; Musselburgh Links (Old course); North Berwick; Glen; Dunbar.
Main St, Aberlady, East Lothian EH32 0RE
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Visit websiteThe award-winning The Leddie (formerly called Ducks Inn) is located just a 30-minute drive from Edinburgh, alongside the Firth of Forth in the heart of Lothian. Nestled in the picturesque village of Aberlady, this 27-room hotel and top-quality restaurant provides an ideal base for exploring one of the world's most historic and most revered collections of seaside links golf. In addition to scenic walks along Aberlady Bay, The Leddie offers secure parking, free WiFi, an excellent bar and large screen TV (with full golf coverage).
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Kilspindie (o.5 mi); Longniddry; Craigielaw; Luffness New; Gullane 1, 2 & 3; Muirfield; Renaissance Club (private); Archerfield (Dirleton & Fidra Links).
Royal Musselburgh; Musselburgh Links (Old course); North Berwick; Glen; Dunbar.
Women’s (British) Open: the last women’s major championship of the season is hosted by Royal Porthcawl GC. It’s the first time this fabulous seaside links course has hosted the event (July 31-Aug 3).
Walker Cup: the 50th playing of this prestigious men’s amateur event sees the GB&I go head-to-head against the defending USA team at Cypress Point Club, California (Sept 6-7). After that, all eyes turn to Bethpage State Park on Long Island, NY, where the American and defending European professional teams engage in the 45th Ryder Cup (Sept 27-29).
Lottie Woad: 21-year-old Woad burst onto the professional scene in July, with wins in the Women’s Irish Open (as an amateur) and three weeks later in the Women’s Scottish Open (as a professional). She nearly picked-up a major championship, placing third in The Evian in the same month.
Pádraig Harrington: the ever-likeable Irishman added the (British) Senior Open Championship title to his stellar array of tournament successes. His win came on Sunningdale’s spectacular Old Course. Harrington had already bagged the U.S. Senior Open title in June this year.
The Dutch: "It's no' just a game", as they say in Scotland, and that's certainly true at The Dutch. With 5-star services throughout, a lavishly comfortable Loch Lomond-inspired clubhouse, and a superbly designed and presented golf course, one could not ask for more from this top-end private club.
Join us at The Dutch from August 21–24 for the Festival of Golf, featuring the HotelPlanner Tour. Experience four days of top-tier sport, live music, incredible food, and unexpected surprises. Explore the grounds, connect with others, embrace new challenges, and dive into an unforgettable celebration. Click here to buy tickets.
Here at Prince’s Golf Club you'll find 27 excellent holes of links golf. Just over the fence and sharing similar terrain is Royal St George’s; but Prince’s is far from overshadowed by its venerable neighbour. The three nine-hole loops at Prince's, laid out over gently undulating terrain, are sure to bring a smile of satisfaction to all lovers of links golf.
Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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