The Ailsa Challenge

The Ailsa is one of the world’s most loved golf courses and has had the privilege of hosting The Open Championship four times, including the unforgettable 1977 Duel in the Sun.

Since acquiring the resort in 2014, The Trump Organisation and famed golf course architects Mackenzie & Ebert have completed a meticulous historic study and modern day review of the Ailsa course, creating a true masterpiece.

Named after the third Marquess of Ailsa, who owned the land on which it was built, this par-71, 6,474-yard Championship course is one of golf’s storied places – set alongside the glorious Ayrshire coastline, with Arran and Ailsa Craig as a stunning backdrop.

As part of the Trump £200million investment, a selection of inspiring changes have been implemented, including the creation of five dramatic and stunning new holes plus a range of alterations covering virtually every corner of the course. Since these changes have been made, the Ailsa has been ranked by Golf Monthly as the UK & Ireland’s number one golf course.

The Ailsa was also named ‘Redevelopment of the Year’ by Golf Inc Magazine , stating it as “an iconic property that has been restored immaculately without losing the proud history created over hundreds of years”.