DESTINATION GOLF SCOTLAND 2025
Dundonald Links
Sitting right alongside Western Gailes , Dundonald Links is a much younger creation . Kyle Phillips designed this low , weaving and modern links in 2005 , using the gentle and exposed dune land to establish ( and embellish ) the flow of holes and embrace the modern game . The elegant routing moves in every direction so you can be sure wind will be a factor throughout your round . To balance the wind you are presented with generous – even if the strategic bunkering will keep you in check . The key to playing well is to have a razor-sharp short game and to find the right part of the magnificent , swaying greens . Slide off them and you will have some interesting challenges , although your putter may be the wise option . This was home to the 2017 Scottish Open ( won by Cabrera-Bello ) and the 2024 Scottish Women ’ s Open ( won by American Lauren Coughlin ) so it is a links going from strength to strength , and its growing maturity shines through . Luxury , on site lodges are available to visiting golfers , complete with putting greens .
The 120-yard par three 11th will probably catch your eye , but beware the deep , hidden bunker off the back .
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DID YOU KNOW ?
The sparkling new clubhouse ( 2021 ) has already won awards , including ‘ Best Clubhouse ’ and ‘ Best Sustainability Project ’ at the Scottish Golf Tourism Awards . In 2025 it was again nominated in the ‘ Best Clubhouse ’ category .
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