Welcome to the 2023 edition of Destination Golf Scotland .
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 .
In our 2023 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 .
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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 .
Play Scotland ’ s finest courses on a tailor made tour to the home of golf .
Wilkinson Golf are a specialist provider of tailor made golf tours around the UK and Ireland . And it is very easy to book a tour with us . Just send us your ideas via a contact form and we will quote a tour that actually works for you and your group .
* 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 .
Vacations to remember and recommend !
Kevin Markham Editor Destination Golf Media Ltd .
With over thirty years of experience it will come as no surprise that we class many of our clients as friends and look forward to sharing our world class golf travel experiences with you over the coming seasons .
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