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Golf Breaks in East Lothian

Why Book a Golf Break in East Lothian

East Lothian is often forgotten when many people think of the world famous regions of golf in Scotland, however it is here in East Lothian where you will find some of the very best golf in Scotland or indeed the world.

East Lothian features some of the oldest golf courses on the planet many designed by the famous Old Tom Morris and provide the dreamy image that many golfers think of when imagining pure Scottish links golf, all this is with the added bonus of only being a short drive from Edinburgh.

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East Lothian Golf Courses

Muirfield is the iconic course of the region, the 16 time Open Championship host is truly a place to check off your bucket list. Gullane is also a must-play with the famous No. 1 course and has 2 others on site. North Berwick is another world-renowned course with its holes being imitated around the world, there are so many iconic holes such as the 13th which features a wall or the 15th with the famous 'redan'.

Craigielaw is another awe-inspiring links layout that is a modern design by Donald Steel and quickly rising to the top of Scotland's course rankings. Other superb golf courses such as Dunbar, Luffness New, Kilspindie and The Glen all provide brilliant and classic Scottish links golf.

Muirfield - The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers, East Lothian
Muirfield - The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers, East Lothian
Gullane Golf Club, East Lothian
Gullane Golf Club, East Lothian
North Berwick Golf Club, East Lothian
North Berwick Golf Club, East Lothian
Dunbar Golf Club, East Lothian
Dunbar Golf Club, East Lothian
Craigielaw Golf Course & Lodge, East Lothian
Craigielaw Golf Course & Lodge, East Lothian

Best Golf Courses in East Lothian

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Muirfield - The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers, East Lothian

Muirfield Golf Club

Gullane, East Lothian

• Ranked as the 3rd best course in Scotland and the 10th best in the world
• It is the world's oldest golf club formed in 1744
• Host to 16 Open Championships, the 3rd most used Open venue
• An illustrious group of Vardon, Hagen, Player, Nicklaus, Trevino, Watson, Faldo, Els and Mickelson have all won the Open here

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Gullane Golf Club, East Lothian

Gullane Golf Club

East Lothian

  • Venue which is home to 3 courses
  • The No.1 course is the highest ranked course having being layed out in 1884
  • The course is renowned for its exquisite conditions with firm, perfect turf found even in the middle of winter
  • Hosted of the 2015 and 2018 Scottish Open's
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North Berwick Golf Club, East Lothian

North Berwick Golf Club

East Lothian

  • Ranked as the 7th best course in Scotland and within the world's top 50
  • The course was offically founded in 1832 but can be traced back until 1672
  • The course's holes have been imitated around the world, the 15th is one of the world's most famous holes and is regarded as the most copied hole in the world with its famous 'redan'
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Dunbar Golf Club, East Lothian

Dunbar Golf Club

East Lothian

  • First founded in 1856 the course was later extended and altered in 1894 by Old Tom Morris
  • A classic links built along the coast in the town of Dunbar
  • The course features tremendous views over the North Sea to Bass Rock
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Craigielaw Golf Course & Lodge, East Lothian

Craigielaw Golf Course & Lodge

Aberlady, East Lothian

  • A new design only opening in 2001 it has quickly climbed the rankings and claimed acclaim
  • The course fits in perfeclty with its surrounding older and prestigious neighbours and outdoes them in many regards
  • The greens are large and undulating which adds to the challenge of the classic rough and pot bunkers
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Luffness New Golf Club 3

Other East Lothian Golf Courses

Luffness New Golf Club
Established: 1894
Par: 70
Length: 6502 yards

Kilspindie Golf Club
Established: 1899
Par: 70
Length: 5502 yards

Longniddry Golf Club
Established: 1921
Par: 68
Length: 6260 yards

Glen Golf Club
Established: 1906
Par: 70
Length: 6275 yards

Where to stay in East Lothian

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Craigielaw Golf Course & Lodge, East Lothians

Craigielaw Golf Course & Lodge

Aberlady, East Lothian

  • The 4 star Lodge was only created at the turn of the millenium alongside the golf course
  • Many of the rooms have stunning views over the nearby golf courses and river Forth
  • The rooms are modern and comfortable, perfect for golfers
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The Ducks Inn

The Ducks Inn

Aberlady, East Lothian

  • The Ducks Inn is a renowned 4 star hotel
  • A hotel that lives and breathes golf with the bar filled with golfing games and memorabilia
  • The rooms are classic and comfortable
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Macdonald Marine Hotel and Spa

Marine Hotel and Spa

East Lothian

  • 4 star hotel
  • Overlooking North Berwick Golf Club and the Moray Firth
  • Grand Victorian property
  • Swimming pool and fitness facilities
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Greywalls Country House Hotel

Greywalls Country House Hotel

Gullane, East Lothian

  • 5 star hotel
  • Situated on the edge of the majestic Muirfield, golf course
  • Another 10 courses within 5 miles
  • Beautifully manicured gardens and grounds, with a range of activities
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The Watchman Hotel, Gullane, Scotland

The Watchman Hotel

Gullane, East Lothian

  • Centrally located in the heart of Gullane
  • Golf course views from guest rooms
  • Ideally located to explore over 20 of the best golf courses in Scotland
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Things to do in East Lothian off the course

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Nightlife

East Lothian provides a relaxed ngihtlfie perfect for sitting back in the evening talking about your earlier round in a classic pub

  • The Ducks Bar (Bar, The Ducks Inn)
  • The Ship Inn (Pub, North Berwick)
  • Golfers Rest (Pub, North Berwick)
  • The Old Clubhouse (Pub, Gullane)
  • The Auld House (Beer and Whisky Bar, North Berwick)
  • Staggs Bar (Bar, Musselburgh)

Restaurants

East Lothian has a great variety of casual options as well as higher class fine-dining options giving you plenty of options to choose from

  • Craigielaw Courtyard Restaurant (Local Cuisine, Craigielaw Golf Course & Lodge)
  • Buenos Aires Cafe and Grill (Steakhouse, Musselburgh)
  • Chez Roux Restaurant (Fine Dining, Greywalls Country House Hotel)
  • Grace of India (Indian, Aberlady)
  • Osteria (Fine Dining Italian, North Berwick)
  • The Golf Tavern (Pub, Haddington)

Activities

With a number of local distilleries and historic monuments there is plenty to keep any golfer happy

  • NB Distillery (Gin, Vodka and Rum Tour)
  • Tantallon Castle (Historic Attraction)
  • Foxlake Adventures (Watersports)
  • National Museum of Flight (Aviation Museum)
  • John Muir's Birthplace (Local History)
  • Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery (Whisky Tour)

Suggested Golf Breaks in East Lothian

Craigielaw Golf Course & Lodge, East Lothian

Customer Favourite

1 Night, 2 Rounds

Bed and Breakfast at Marine Hotel & Spa

  • 1 Round at Craigielaw Golf Course
  • 1 Round at Gullane Golf Club
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Dunbar Golf Club, East Lothian

Travel Expert Recommended

2 Nights, 3 Rounds

Bed and Breakfast at The Ducks Inn

  • 1 Round at Gullane Golf Club
  • 1 Round at Kilspindie Golf club
  • 1 Round at Longniddry Golf Club
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Dunbar Golf Club - East Lothian, Scotland

East Lothian's Illustrious Stars

3 Nights, 4 Rounds

Bed and Breakfast at the Ducks Inn

  • 1 Round at Craigielaw Golf Course
  • 1 Round at Gullane Golf Club (No 1.)
  • 1 Round at Dunbar Golf Club
  • 1 Round at Royal Musselborough Golf Club
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