Links Rd,
Longniddry, East Lothian EH32 0NL
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Colin Fairweather (Head PGA Professional).The Course:
18 holes. Seaside links. Gently undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Coastal duneland directly alongside the Firth of Forth.
Designer:
Original design by Harry Colt (1920), with subsequent modifications by James Braid (1926), Philip Mackenzie Ross (1945) and more recently Donald Steel.
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In Longniddry / 14 mi E of Edinburgh.
Longniddry
Longniddry Golf Club: although set back from, and at times out of sight of the neighbouring Firth of Forth, the Longniddry layout combines an intriguing mix of holes. The majority are of an open linksy character, which include the opening and closing loops played closest to the clubhouse. Furthest from the clubhouse is a stretch from the par-4 5th to the par-4 10th, a run of holes of a distinctly more tree-lined persuasion.
Occupying gently rippling terrain, Longniddry is home to a Lothian gem that will test your course management and accurate shot-making in equal measure. Classic links pot bunkering and subtly sloping greens are here in abundance.
The distinctive stone-built clubhouse, perched on a small rise, looks down on several greens and tees that wander past it during the round. The clubhouse features many historic photos, as well as providing picturesque views onto the Firth.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance.
Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2023].
Players generally walk this course. Golf carts available for hire.
Limited
Mary Queen of Scots was known play golf in the area of Longniddry in 1567 – ‘over the fields of Seton’. However, it was another 200 years before the 7th Earl of Wemyss & March bought land at Gosford ‘to be nearer the golf’ and a further 150 years before the 11th Earl invited Harry Colt to design an 18-hole course.
There have been a number of alterations to Colt’s original layout. In 1936, James Braid was invited to advise on the second hole, following which a number of changes were made to the course, although none to the second! During WW2 part of the course was ploughed up for food production, following which Philip Mackenzie Ross made good the damage and redesigned some of the layout. More recently Donald Steel advised on the course architecture, particularly the bunkering. Several of the original cross-bunkers were removed and/or relocated.
Scotland's 84th best course (Golf World, 2023).
Main St, Aberlady, East Lothian EH32 0RE
+44 (0)1875 870 682
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 family-run 26-room hotel and top-quality restaurant provides an ideal base for exploring one of the best concentrations of quality golf courses in the world. In addition to scenic walks along Aberlady Bay, The Leddie offers secure parking, free WiFi, conference rooms, an excellent bar and large screen TV (with full golf coverage).
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(May 30-June 2).
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Jim Fazio's original layout was much changed to create a modern Ryder Cup course ... now one of the Eternal City's (and Italy's) most revered.
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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